Tips To Swim

• Use a kick board, life jacket or arm floats to help stay afloat if you feel nervous about moving around the water.
• If you are nervous getting into the water, try putting your feet in first and slowly make your way in.
• Having goggles, nose and/or ear plugs may make you more comfortable.
• If possible, learn to swim under the supervision of a trained lifeguard. He or she has been taught to recognize signs that you need help, even if you're underwater or unable to call out.
• Most public pools offer swimming lessons for all ages.
• Have lots of energy and stay positive. Learning to swim can be difficult.
• You will be using muscles in new ways, and this can be tiring or make you sore the next day.
• Remember you can always put your feet down if you begin to panic.
• Using goggles can be very useful.