Swimming Stages Swim Academy

One of the World Record’s for the longest dive without using fins was awarded to New Zealand’s William Trubridge. For the record breaking dive, William dove into the Atlantic Ocean and swam to a depth of 380 feet while holding his breath for over 4 minutes.

Infants can be introduced to the water at a fairly early age so that they become comfortable with being under water and holding their breath while under the surface of a pool.

During swimming lessons, you'll learn how to kick your legs to hold you above water. Practice kicking your legs, whether you're floating on your back or holding onto the side of the pool. A flutter kick is done with your toes pointed out and legs straight, alternating legs as you kick.

You may find that you prefer to wear goggles when learning to swim. Wearing these can help you feel more comfortable opening your eyes underwater, and might allow you to see more clearly. Find a pair with spongy circles around the yes and dip them in the water, so that they’ll stick to your skin.

If your children frequently visit friends or family who have swimming pools, it’s important to ensure they know how to swim. Since it may not always be possible for an adult to watch them at all times, swimming lessons could save their lives.