6 Reasons Why You Should Learn How to Swim

August 20, 2018

Swimming is one of those spare time activities that is more than just a simple sport – it’s a life skill. There are plenty of reasons why you should consider learning, even as an adult. Don’t let fear of the water stop you from learning new things! Here are 6 good reasons why you should start going to swimming lessons:

Swimming is like riding a bicycle

Swimming is one of those things which once you’ve learnt stays with you forever. And, on the plus side, you can keep doing it until a very old age because it is a form of exercise which is not so hard on your joints!

Swimming can save your life.

Going to swimming lessons can develop a very useful life skill. Swimming allows you to have fun in the pool on your holiday but it could also one day save your life or that of someone else. Learning how to swim can also make you feel more relaxed when you have young children because you can supervise them more confidently at the pool or the seaside.

Swimming is fun

Swimming is fun at any age. We all know how hard it is sometimes to get children out of the water! Being able to go for a swim on your vacation, enjoying water park attractions without having fear from the water or going jet skiing, can be really relaxing and enjoyable activities when you don’t have to worry about not being able to swim.

It’s a healthy form of exercise

Swimming is a great way to keep in good shape and burn some calories! It requires you to use all the muscles in your body and it’s a great all-round workout. It trains your cardiovascular system and, because you are supported by the water, swimming is not so hard on your joints.

Swimming is relaxing

Swimming can be a fantastic escape from your daily life and all the noise and stress. Being able to just jump in the pool and relax for half an hour or more is great way of de-stressing. Want to be less stressed? Book swimming lessons!

Swimming can help your asthma

Swimming is one of the sports that could help make asthma sufferers’ breathing more comfortable because of the humid, warm environment coupled with aerobic exercise that you can do at your own pace. Starting swimming lessons is a great way to exercise if you have asthma and are worried about going to the gym or for a run.

If you’re interested in learning to swim, or booking swimming lessons with a new provider in Oldham, Ashton or Bury, contact us today.