benefits of early years swimming

We do like to believe that early swimming is much more than safety skills, submersion and amazing photos.

Swimming in early years will have a significant impact on young children’s development. Research now shows that emotional, intellectual, language and physical experience are as important as baby’s diet.

The body mind and spirit develop most effectively through direct interaction between parent and child and between children through play.

Holding, cuddling, touching, rocking, talking and singing to your young child will stimulate his senses and help him develop harmoniously.

What better exercise will put all this together in a nicer way, than swimming it self?

Swimming is a unique form of exercise that can stimulate all your baby’s senses to help body and mind develop harmoniously.

It is a magical bonding experience for both parents and children

Swimming allows free movement a long time before a baby can actually crawl or walk. Swimming helps improve core muscle development and co-ordination

	Using word association and signals your young child will learn to respond to commands, increasing the level of awareness and understanding
	Regular swimming may improve eating and sleeping patterns.
	Parents with a fear of water may gain confidence as their babies/toddlers develops their own swimming skills.
	It is brilliant exercise for children with special needs as they benefit from free movement in a very positive and loving environment.

Swimming helps your childs personality to develop. Praise and reassurance will boost your childs self-esteem, increase independence and self confidence.