DC Dolphin swim. Are they really strict about the 6 and up restriction?

[nhpm]

We're going to Discovery Cove in May with our 2 boys . One of them won't be 6 until August. Would they still let him do the swim?

 

[aprincessmom]

I don't know...I would imagine they'd be pretty strict about it. DD was 9 at the time, a strong swimmer with snorkel and minimal scuba experience and even she was a little overwhelmed by the power of the dolphin during her swim.

 

[maine_jennifer]

Not 100% sure, but I think it is more of an insurance requirement. And if so, then yes, they'd be pretty strict about it. Good Luck!

Cheers!

 

[dreamscometrue47]

You have no idea how powerful these dolphins are...I remember when our trainer said to me "now, hang on" and that dolphin took off like a bat out of he double hockey sticks!!!

You also spend a good amount of time treading water while the trainer is explaining things to you. I kept drifting away, and it turned out to be a big joke between my husband and the trainer, but it just made me more nervous!

This is a great experience, but I wouldn't expose my child unless they definitely met the requirements. Those dolphins may be adorable, but they are STRONG. My kids were 8 and 12.

 

[nhpm]

The insurance issue makes sense. Also, he's not very strong so it might be a good thing if they're strict about it.

Thank you all