Learning to swim for water safety can save lives, swimming classes

Benefits of swimming

Save lives.

Water can be dangerous. It should be treated with respect and understanding. Children who know how to swim well not only can save themselves when in water, but are far more equipped to recognise the inherent dangers of water.

Childhood development.

Swimming exercises and strengthens a child's muscular and cardio vascular systems. The unique environment allows the body to move in ways it cannot on land, leading to better co-ordination and fine motor skills.

Signs of improved cognitive development have been noticed by several researchers and a world first study is currently underway at Griffith University. The research is to verify what we have believed for years, that 5 year olds who have swum for most of their lives are better prepared to leave mum and dad and begin their schooling.

Builds self esteem

There is no doubt that a child's confidence improves when they learn how to swim. In the right environment parents and teachers can create the sense of achievement that comes with performing skills that were once impossible to them. As children enter school, swimming is one of the ways kids begin to compare themselves to others.

A great way to bond

There is strong evidence that physical touching, hugging and playing is critical in a child's cognitive development. Swimming is a great way for mums and dad's to spend quality time in a unique learning environment. Many of our swimming parents comment that swimming is one way they got to know, understand and grow with their child.

Long term health and fitness.

Fitness and health trainers agree that swimming is a wonderful activity for all ages. The controlled breathing needed to swim is good for the respiratory system. Swimming uses different muscles because of the reduced gravity acting on the body. Exercising in water is also low impact, meaning that people with injuries or the elderly can exercise without the pain that comes with running or going to the gym.

A social activity

Being able to swim allows everyone to participate in activities with each other. It starts early with simply being able to go to the beach, or family BBQ as a baby or toddler. In the schooling years, swimming is necessary to compete in the school carnival, go to pool parties and get a spot on the swim team. Later on in life, many people join clubs or groups where swimming is helpful. And of course you want your kids to be able to swim with their children, your grandchildren!