Learning to swim is one of the most fun parts of childhood, but it is down to the parents to make the decision on when it is time for their kids to not just play in the pool, but actually, learn how to swim. Today we are giving you a few ideas as to when you will know your child is ready for swimming lessons.
Water Babies
Most babies have a natural love for the water and you can actually take a baby to a swimming pool. Many pools will have sessions where it is only for parents and babies. Now, of course, they will not be learning to swim as they are only infants, but getting them used to the water at this very young age can make it easier for them to learn to swim in the coming years.
Toddler Classes
If you do introduce your child to the pool at a young age, you can sign them up for swimming classes when they are toddlers. Before this though, it is a good idea for you, yourself to give them some pointers and the basics of how to float, doggy paddle and so on. Just little things that are going to give them that confidence boost when it comes to swimming.
Older Children
While some people will tell you that you should be making sure your child learns to swim from as early an age as possible. The fact of the matter is, kids can learn to swim at any age. Just because they have not been given the opportunity to spend much time in the water as babies, does not mean they will have a harder time learning to swim as they get older. Many schools will have swimming lessons, but if your kids school does not, you can always take them to the local pool where 99/100 there will be some kind of kids swimming class. You can also, of course, give them some advice and teaching yourself.
Why Do Kids Need Swimming Lessons?
We all know that one person who learned to swim by their dad chucking them in the pool! This is a terrible idea when it comes to learning to swim. But learning to swim in general is not. To start with, swimming is a ton of fun and it is also a great form of exercise. In a day and age when more and more kids just want to play Xbox. Swimming provides exercise that they will also enjoy. Also as dramatic as it sounds, swimming is a form of exercise that can actually save your child’s life!
Ask Questions About The Swimming Lessons
When you find a place that does offer swimming lessons be sure to ask a few questions. Questions like, how many kids are in the class? How many times per week are the lessons? Ask if there are any reviews. Just ask questions that are going to give you a better idea if this is the right place for your child to learn to swim. Word of mouth is a great way to find out about good swimming lessons so don’t be shy about asking friends or even getting on social media and asking people in your area where they recommend you take your child for swimming lessons.
Be In It With Your Child
If your child is very young, chances are you will be in the pool with them. But if they are a little older it will be kids in the pool only. Still, make sure you are there watching and supporting as it will give them that extra confidence boost.