I started Claire when she was 18 months old. It goes by the term which lasts 10 weeks and its $11 a lesson. The instructor is fantastic with the kids and its at her house which is indoor with a heated pool. She only allows 4 kids to class which makes it very fair on the littlys. The class runs for 1/2 hour to which is fine by DD. She has a good sleep on the way home.
It may be costly but i dont care. I think its important that she know how to swim. We dont live near water (yet) but you cant avoid it.
She is doing so well with it, being nearly 2 she's had a good go. I will certainly keep going with it till she can save herself.

kerrie