Most people start learning how to swim when they’re considerably older—at least in their teenage years. But did you know that humans have a natural tendency to swim? Scientists argue that infants, soon out of the womb, can swim if you put them into a tub of water.

In fact, infants will also hold their breath if something like this is done to them—although, of course, no one has been bold enough to try. The reason is simple enough: the mother’s womb is filled with fluid, and we all come from it.

What’s more important is that children can learn swimming with more ease compared to adults. And it isn’t just swimming—children learn everything better.

If you need more convincing before you go all in:

1. It Improves Their Motor Skills

When your body moves through water, it faces natural resistance. This resistance builds strength and sharpens your motor skills.

You learn to coordinate your hands with your feet, your arms with your legs, and you learn how to balance—all at the same time. All of these are essential building blocks that children need. But with swimming, the learning is fun.

It’s a win-win.

2. Acclimation

Many kids are afraid of water. Perhaps you faced this issue when your child refused to take a bath or go to the beach. Teaching them to swim at an early age makes them comfortable with water, and it goes a long way.

Early exposure to water in the form of swimming also teaches them survival skills, makes them physically stronger, and gives them more confidence than they would otherwise have.

1. It’s Good for Health

If the current pandemic has taught us anything, it’s the fact that immunity depends directly on our internal health. Keeping your inner functions operating perfectly comes with diet and exercise. And what better exercise than swimming?

Swimming is a physically demanding exercise that improves blood circulation, builds endurance, keeps you fit, and tones the body. It’s almost like an entire gymnasium in the water.

Need to Get Your Pool Customized for Your Children?

If you’ve decided to start teaching your children how to swim, perhaps it’s time to talk to a Sterling swimming pool contractor. If your child is very young, you might need to make a few adjustments to make it safer for them.

Talk to a professional from Perfect Pools about your concerns and requirements today. We can customize your pool for you and ensure that you have a great time teaching your child how to swim!