As Coach Jean-Paul, known on Instagram as @swimguru, and one of California’s top private swim instructors, I’ve guided thousands of children, and the FINIS Fishtail 2 Swim Fins are one of my favorite teaching tools.
I’ve purchased and recommended these fins hundreds of times because they help young swimmers build confidence fast. The fishtail blade rewards even small kicks with forward motion, which makes children feel successful and excited in the water.
They also promote better kicking technique by encouraging a natural, hip-driven kick while helping reduce bicycle kicking. The soft natural rubber, adjustable heel snaps, open heel, and open toe make them comfortable, secure, and easy to use with little swimmers.
I’ve used them with students as young as 9 months old, always with close supervision. These fins are durable, effective, child-friendly, and truly one of the best tools for helping children build confidence and joy in the water.
by Jean-Paul Pinzón