Learning to swim the right way

by Sandy Reynolds

Thinking about teaching your child to swim? Need swimming lessons yourself? Why not make it easy, and learn to swim from a trained, certified professional?

If you think you can't swim, think again. There are great swimming classes available that work with a small group or even on a one-on-one basis. Large classes are not always the best way to learn, and swimming lessons can help you overcome your fear of the water. A patient, confident instructor will stay with you every inch of the way.

Here are some questions to ask when you're trying to choose a swimming class:

Do they have friendly, professional and certified swim teachers?
Will I learn individually or in a small group?
How can I learn to swim in the shortest time?
How big is their pool?
Will I learn to tread water, dive, plunge and float?
Are they flexible with your lesson timing?
Do they offer intensive or advanced swimming lessons?
Finding the best swimming lesson times and location

Teaching your child, other relative or friend to swim by yourself can be stressful and sometimes even dangerous. With professional swimming lessons, you don't need to worry if you have no experience or have water phobia. Professional swimming coaches are well-trained in handling your fears and uncertainty. With a good teacher, you will lose all your stress after the first lesson.

There's a whole new world of fun and relaxation waiting for you at your local swimming pool!