Swim Vest 6 Years
Safe and comfortable in the water, with both arms free to move. Our swim vest 6 years comes in the 3 to 6 years size, for 19 to 30 kg.
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Discover the swim vest 6 years by Swim Essentials
Is your child 6 years old and do they love being in or around the water? Then our swim vest 6 years gives them extra safety and plenty of swimming fun. The 3 to 6 years size covers 19 to 30 kg and is made to fit right up to this age, so your child can keep enjoying the water safely whether they are swimming, playing or joining a boat trip. Six is often a turning point: many children swim a decent stretch by now, but there is a difference between a pool with a shallow end and a lake, the sea or a day on the water. A vest gives that extra margin exactly where it matters, while the foam keeps your child stable and their arms completely free. Looking for a different size? Explore our swim vests for every age:
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Choosing the right size swim vest 6 years
Weight decides the size, not age. The 3 to 6 years vest runs from 19 to 30 kg, and at six your child is usually at the upper end of that range. Check your child's weight against the packaging before you buy, because 30 kg is the limit of this size and a vest that is too small will not give the support it should. Body shape counts as well: at the same weight, a child with a slimmer build may need a different size than a child with a broader build. Prefer a different kind of support? Our arm bands are available from 15 to 30 kg for approximately 2 to 6 years, and our Swim Jumpers combine arm bands with a chest piece across the same range. Which one suits best often depends on the setting rather than the child: a vest on the water, arm bands during a pool afternoon.
How the swim vest should fit
A good swim vest sits snugly without restricting your child. It should never feel tight, but it also should not be so loose that it rides up once your child gets into the water. Check the fit again at the start of every season, because a six-year-old can easily have outgrown last summer's vest. Close the safety zip fully, fasten the safety strap between the legs, and check everything before each water adventure. Do remember that a swim vest offers extra support but is not a life jacket. A six-year-old who swims well can still get into trouble in deep or open water, so a vest never replaces swimming skills or adult supervision. Stay close and keep watching.
Get your swim vest 6 years at Swim Essentials
Our swim vest 6 years comes in cheerful prints and stylish colours, and at this age your child will want a say in which one. There are striking designs such as the orange and green vivid clash, the multicolour abstract and the lila leopard, and lighter ones such as the multicolour summer fruits, the orange seastar, the red and blue catch of the day and the red and white crabby. Among the floral prints you will find the yellow flower market, the green florish, the red and white daisy flower and the orange and purple flower, while the brown and white softlines is the calmest of the range. Besides the design, we pay close attention to safety and comfort: the foam construction, the secure zip and the strap between the legs keep the vest in place while your child swims and plays.
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Frequently asked questions: Swim Vest 6 Years
Which swim vest fits a 6-year-old?
The largest Swim Essentials swim vest is the 3-6 years size, made for children from 19 to 30 kg. A 6-year-old who still weighs less than 30 kg and fits the vest snugly can keep wearing it. Heavier than 30 kg? Then the vest no longer fits properly and gives too little buoyancy. At this age, swimming lessons are the most important next step for swim safety.
What if my child has outgrown the swim vest 3-6 years?
Our swimming aids go up to 30 kg: the swim vest 3-6 years, the Swim Jumper and the arm bands 2-6 years all have 30 kg as their maximum. If your child weighs more, we do not have a swimming aid in a larger size. At this age, swimming lessons are the most important step. A child who can already swim a little still never swims without supervision.
What size swim vest does my child need?
Choose by weight first, as age is only a guideline. Swim Essentials swim vests come in three sizes: 1-2 years (11-15 kg), 2-3 years (15-19 kg) and 3-6 years (19-30 kg). Body shape also plays a role. The vest should fit snugly and should not ride up over the chin when your child is in the water.
From what age can a child wear a swim vest?
Swim Essentials swim vests start at the 1-2 years size, for children weighing 11 to 15 kg. For younger babies, a baby float with a built-in seat is the usual choice. Whatever you choose, an adult should always stay within arm's reach, because a swim vest supports your child but does not replace supervision.
Is there a difference between a swim vest and a life vest?
Yes. A swim vest is a swimming aid: it helps your child float and move in the pool or at the beach, under supervision. A life vest or life jacket is a rescue device for boating and open water, usually with a collar that keeps the head above water. Swim Essentials swim vests are swimming aids, not life jackets.
Does a swim vest keep a child afloat?
A swim vest gives extra buoyancy: the foam helps keep your child's upper body at the surface while they kick and paddle. It does not guarantee that your child's face stays above the water, and it is no substitute for swimming skills. Your child still needs to move actively in the water, with an adult close by at all times.
Can my child learn to swim with a swim vest?
A swim vest can help your child practise their first strokes and gain confidence, because the arms stay free. Real swimming skills, however, are learned in swimming lessons. See the vest as support while playing and practising in the water, not as a way to learn to swim on its own.
Is a swim vest safe for children?
A swim vest helps your child float and gives support with the first swimming strokes, but it is not a life jacket and never replaces supervision. Our swim vest is made of foam, so it cannot deflate. It closes with a safety zip and a safety strap between the legs, so it does not ride up. Always stay within arm's reach of your child.
How many newtons should a child's swim vest have?
A newton rating mainly applies to life jackets and buoyancy aids for open water, such as when boating. For a swim vest your child plays in at the pool, you look at the weight class instead: it makes sure the buoyancy matches your child. Our swim vests come in 11 to 15 kg, 15 to 19 kg and 19 to 30 kg. For boating, choose a life jacket.
How do you put a swim vest on correctly?
Put the vest on, close the safety zip fully and fasten the safety strap between the legs. A good fit is snug while your child can still move and play freely. The vest should never feel too tight, but it should not be so loose that it rides up when your child gets into the water. Check the fit before every water adventure and always stay within arm's reach.