Heidi Wendt

Certified ISR Instructor

From Concerned Mom to Life-Saving Instructor:

When my daughter Abby was born, I wanted her to love the water—but more importantly, to be safe. Living on a lake in Idaho, surrounded by boating and swimming, safety was non-negotiable. At just 6 months old, I enrolled her in a “Mommy and Me Waterbabies” class, but after 1.5 years, she still couldn’t save herself if she fell in. I was heartbroken—she wasn’t safe.

That’s when everything changed. A friend sent me a video of baby Miles floating through ISR. I was blown away—this was the program I’d been searching for! The closest ISR lessons were 300 miles away, but instead of waiting, I decided to become a Certified ISR Instructor myself.

Fast forward, and our family relocated to Pensacola, FL, where I’ve been proudly teaching ISR for 14 years. Seeing babies and children master life-saving skills—holding their breath, rolling to float, and swimming to safety—is beyond rewarding.

ISR gives children the confidence and ability to save themselves in water, and being part of their journey is an absolute honor. Watching their resilience and determination inspires me every day.

I’d love the opportunity to teach your child these critical skills and help them become an aquatic problem-solver. Let’s make safety their superpower—together!

Contact at: [email protected]

Rick Wendt

Certified ISR INstructor

A Father’s Perspective:

When our daughter Abby started ISR lessons, I was the one taking her to and from class every day while Heidi trained to become an instructor. I couldn’t believe the transformation I saw in just a few weeks! Abby’s confidence around water skyrocketed, and for the first time, I felt a sense of relief as a parent. Knowing she had the skills to save herself allowed me to relax around water—I didn’t have to keep my eyes on her every second.

Over the years, I witnessed countless parents thank Heidi for saving their child’s life after a water incident. ISR truly makes a life-saving difference, but I also saw the heartbreak Heidi felt when she couldn’t meet the overwhelming demand for lessons. She worried every day about the children she couldn’t fit into her schedule.

Three years ago, I had the chance to step up and become a Certified ISR Instructor myself—and I didn’t hesitate! Now, I get to be part of the life-changing impact ISR has on families.

There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing a child master the ability to roll from face down to a beautiful back float. It’s proof that kids are capable of incredible things, and it’s an honor to teach them these life-saving skills.

I’d love the opportunity to help your child gain the confidence and abilities they need to stay safe in and around water. Let’s work together to give them the gift of self-rescue!

Contact at: [email protected]

Others you may see during your visit...

Abby

the one that started it all!

Abby is the reason our family discovered ISR. At just 3 years old, she mastered the swim-float-swim sequence during her ISR lessons, while Heidi was completing her ISR Instructor training.

Although Abby doesn’t remember the lessons, she’s always had a deep appreciation for ISR and the life-saving skills it provides. Her dream is to become a Certified ISR Instructor someday, but for now, you might catch her lending a hand in the water from time to time!

Abby’s story continues to inspire our passion for teaching and helping children gain the confidence and skills to stay safe in and around water. 💙

Callie

Mamma Cat

Callie came to us as a stray. Little did we know at the time she was pregnant with nine kittens! You may see her strolling through the yard or chasing butterflies and lizards. She is typical cat! She may or may not come up to you. It all really depends on the mood she's in that day!

Gypsea

newest addition to the family