Swimming Lesson Voucher Program

Water Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility!

Drowning is

• Fast
• Silent
• Can happen in a few minutes
• And can happen to anyone

Drowning does not discriminate! It is the leading cause of unintentional death in children ages 1-4 in Florida.

The State of Florida’s aims to decrease the number of preventable drowning deaths in children.

The purpose of the state’s Swimming Lesson Voucher Program is to increase water safety and drowning in Florida by providing free swimming lessons to eligible Florida families.

What is needed to apply for a voucher:

• Proof of income (family income of no more than 200% of the federal poverty guidelines).
• Proof of Florida residency.
• Child’s date of birth (only children ages four and younger at the time of application are eligible).

For more information: WaterSmartFL

To apply: FLDOH – SLVP Request Tracking System – Login (floridahealth.gov)

Drowning can happen quickly, take advantage of this opportunity and apply today!