Hi-Support Upright Float with Seat

For the swimmer unable to maintain an upright position in the water for any length of time. This ring offers soft and comfortable support for the head with the added support of an adjustable saddle to prevent the swimmer slipping through the ring.

Great for swimmers with jerky movements or with little or no muscle coordination. The large pillows cushion the body for swimmers with arching movements or with forward flexion or body curling movements.

Our Fabric Floats provide the swimmer with excellent support for the neck, hips and knees. They are made from specially designed and manufactured fabric which is tough, chlorine resistant, latex free and easy to clean. This range of soft and comfortable to wear floats is Australian made and forms the basis for many aquatic techniques. Please note that these floats are to be used under the supervision of a qualified professional. Fabric floats are not to be regarded as a life preserver.

Three sizes:
Large: Inside circumference 40" (9504L). Suits chest size up to 37 inches
Medium: Inside circumference 35.5" (9504M). Suits chest size up to 33 inches
Small/Medium: Inside circumference 31.5" (9504SM). Suits chest size up to 28 inches
Small: Inside circumference 27.5" (9504S). Suits chest size up to 25 inches

Between Sizes or want more support? If there there is too much space around the swimmer, a Swim Ring Fabric Float (Item# 9397) can be positioned under the Hi-Support Upright Float with Seat to provide bulk and additional support around the swimmer.

Tips for measuring and determining size:
The person being measured should be relaxed, looking forward and standing up (or laying down) straight - don't let the person being measured hold their breath, or move around while being measured

Measurements should ideally be taken in swimming attire or undergarments. Use a flexible cloth measuring tape (Can’t find a fabric tape measure? No problem! You can instead use some string and a ruler) DO NOT make allowances for clothes, diapers, braces etc

Measure across your upper chest, armpit to armpit, and around. Make sure the tape measure at the back is level with the tape measure at the front (with no twists), to ensure an accurate reading. It's crucial to make sure the tape is snug against your skin without being too tight or too loose. It should lie flat against the body without indenting the skin.

Take multiple measurements and use the average for the most precise result. If possible, have someone assist you to ensure the soft tape measure is positioned correctly and the measurement is accurate.

By following these steps and taking accurate underarm and upper chest measurements, you'll be better equipped to select a well-fitted float that enhances your swimming experience and ensures comfort.

Tips for using the Hi-Support Upright Float with Seat:
For swimmers with a left or right leaning tendency, we recommend our Foot-Arm-Hand Buoyancy Cuffs (refer to Item 9276) which can be wrapped around the ring to create arm rests and provide extra stability while inside the float. These lateral supports still allow freedom for hands to splash and feel the water. The Foot-Arm-Hand Buoyancy Cuffs are sold as a pair.

Ankle weights can help stabilise and strengthen the legs while inside this float. (refer to Item 9528)

To transfer into the float requires two people. One person holds the swimmer under the armpits in an upright body position while the other person secures the saddle between the legs, attaches the Velcro tab to close the float and fit the Foot-Arm-Hand Buoyancy Cuffs (if needed) for lateral support.

To exit the float, one person holds the swimmer under the float while the other person opens the Velcro tab and unclips the saddle seat.

Please note that this float is made to order and ships from Australia- so please allow 2-3 weeks from time of order to delivery.



Hi Support Upright Float with seat shown here being used in tandem with the Upright Toggle Float 9501T