AquaJogger AquaJogger Classic Belt

My son is 7 and has autism. He takes swim lessons but he has motor skills and motor planning issues that make swimming a little difficult for him.We've used vests or floaties in the past but this is definitely my favorite floating device ever!We used it today at an indoor water park. It frees his arms and shoulders so he can "dog paddle" efficiently, there's no rubbing or tugging, keeps him upright and buoyant without restricting his movements, it's easy to put on and remove, it's lightweight foam so it can't deflate etc of all the floating devices we've tried, this is my favorite and he loves it too!Bonus, it doesn't look "baby-like" at all and he didn't stand out as the one kid in the group who can't swim yet.He's about 52" tall, 54lbs and it fits him great with a ton of room to grow because you can easily adjust the belt. This is not a life jacket and shouldn't be used as such but if you have a non swimmer who needs a floatation device in the pool, this is a fantastic option!

This is the BEST thing you can buy for young ones who are going to be around water. We keep several on the boat for my young son for when we are out or he is around the dock. It's not technically certified as a life vest, but my son is willing to keep in on versus a life vest that gets in the way if he sits down, etc. It also helped him to get confidence learning how to swim. Just keeps his head above water.

I purchased this for my 5 year old daughter. She took swimming lessons last summer and knows how to swim but when we went to the beach, mommy felt a lot better about her being in the ocean with this belt on. She is approximately 50 lbs. and it held her up beautifully. Since she knows how to swim this belt just allowed her to truly wear herself out swimming in the ocean and the hotel pool. It also helped build her confidence about the water since it has been several months since she was in a pool. She used it as a crutch on our trip to the beach but has since let it go. It will be part of our baggage to the beach for years to come!CON: the belt tends to loosen up in the water so we tied a knot in it close to the buckle to keep it snug on her.

I bought this for my son as he works on becoming more independent in the pool. He used it for two short swims and the fabric spell attached to the buckle frayed and unraveled on both ends substantially. I saw other people say this is happened to them but I thought I would give it a chance since other than that risk it was the perfect item but unfortunately it’s not the quality I was hoping for!

The Aqua jogger has helped me reach my son to swim. I am not the most patient dad. His 5 year old body could not force itself into a prone position on top of the water while wearing the safe but inhibiting puddle jumper that his mom bought. I gave this a shot and we are all glad I did. The buoyant piece is on his back and we were able to practice keeping his head under water while he stroked. This worked so well that after a few days he didn't need it because he had improved so much. He will still wear it at a friend's lake house but he is doing great in out above ground pool. Highly recommended.

A bit bulkier for a junior size. Otherwise, it does what its supposed to do. Thanks

My son grew up using a life vest and it always rubbed around his neck when he got in the water. This is much better for a kid that already use to being in the water. My daughter who has never used a vest and went right to the Aqua Jogger she is three and having a little more difficulty trusting the belt. Once she gets a little older I think it will be fine.

Purchased two of these for our grandsons, ages 6 and almost 4. Although the kids are required to wear life vests while on the boat, these are a fantastic option for them when playing near the water or swimming off the boat or dock. They are so much less restrictive than a life vest, but still keep them afloat. They also allow the boys to float on their front or back and use their arms freely as they develop their swimming skills. Highly recommended!!