Kari Bullan -Certified ISR Instructor

07/15/2026

It may look a little unusual, but there's a reason for it! ❄️

Children don't always end up in the water wearing swimsuits-they may be in jackets, sweatshirts, jeans, or boots. That's why we prepare them for unexpected emergencies.

Practicing our skills in full winter clothing is an important part of preparing for real-life situations.
ISR is about more than learning to swim. It's about building the self-rescue skills that could make all the difference when every second counts.
Because water emergencies don't wait for swimsuit season.

07/10/2026

07/10/2026

With so many new faces here, I wanted to take a moment to reintroduce myself!

Hi, I'm Kari, the owner of Shasta Self-Rescue Swim Academy, a mom of two, and a proud Shasta County local. My kids are my biggest inspiration and the reason I became so passionate about water safety.

My journey with ISR began when I enrolled my 18-month-old son in ISR Self-Rescue lessons. Watching him learn the skills to save himself gave our family an incredible sense of peace of mind and completely changed the way I viewed water safety.

That experience led me to become a Certified ISR Instructor in 2022, and now I'm on a mission to help protect as many children in our community as possible with life-saving self-rescue skills.

Outside of lessons, you'll usually find me cheering my kids on at their sporting events or spending time on our small farm with our horses and other animals. Family is at the center of everything I do.

Whether you've been here for years or are just finding my page, thank you for being here. I'm so grateful to be part of your family's water safety journey! 💙

07/08/2026

July consistently sees the highest number of drowning deaths in the United States, making it one of the most important times of year to prioritize water safety.

I'm on a mission to help protect as many children in our community as possible by teaching life-saving self-rescue swim skills. Every child deserves the chance to learn the skills that could save their life.

I only have a few ISR Self-Rescue lesson spots remaining, and once they're filled, enrollment will close.

💙 Ages 6 months and older
🏊 One-on-one, individualized instruction
⭐ Results-driven lessons that teach essential self-rescue skills

🔗 visit www.shastaselfrescue.com

Don't wait. Reach out today to reserve one of my final remaining lesson spots and give your child the gift of confidence and life-saving skills.

07/07/2026

Summer may be flying by, but there's still time to make it count.

Every day spent around the water is another reason to invest in quality swim lessons. Give your child the opportunity to learn life-saving self-rescue skills, build confidence, and safely enjoy the rest of the summer.

🌊 Only 3 days left to save 10% on ISR lessons! This is your chance to enroll in a proven, results-driven program that equips children with the skills they need to be safer in and around the water.

Don't wait until next summer. Message me today to claim your discount and reserve your child's spot! [email protected]

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07/03/2026

Happy Independence Day!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

Be safe this holiday both in and around the water!

⭐️Always stay within arms reach of your child when in the water and always be IN the water with your child

⭐️Assign a “Water Watcher” in 15 minute increments if you are around the water regardless if swimming time is planned- they must stay off their phone during their “shift”

⭐️Hire a lifeguard if you plan to have a party where a pool or other water is present

⭐️Place tables, chairs, or any other furnishings a few feet away from your pool child safety fence. Curious children can climb onto these items and find their way over the fence

⭐️Check the integrity of pool fence latches and door locks leading to the water

⭐️Remove pool floats and toys from the pool when finished swimming to not entice a little one into the water

⭐️Dress your child in a brightly colored swimsuit if at the beach or pool

⭐️ Drink lots of water and reapply sunscreen often

⭐️Use only US Coast Guard approved life jackets when on open water

⭐️Have a SAFE holiday!

07/02/2026

06/30/2026

Tiny swimmer, huge skills!
At just 2 years old, he’s confidently showing off his ISR self-rescue swim skills and making waves with courage and determination. 🌊
Children who are developmentally ready will learn the swim-float-swim sequence ...an essential life-saving skill that builds confidence and safety in the water. So proud of this little rockstar!

06/14/2026

He just celebrated his first birthday... and he's already learning how to save his own life before he can even walk. 👣

These aren't just swim lessons, they're life-saving skills that could make all the difference in an unexpected water emergency.
The sooner, the safer!

There are still spots open for Summer lessons!

[email protected]