According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, drowning remains the number one cause of injury-related death among children ages 1-4, and the second leading cause of death for children ages 5-14.
Swimming provides great physical exercise. It provides a great low impact cardio workout that builds strength, flexibility and balance.
Learning how to swim builds confidence. When a beginner masters swimming skills, they feel more confident around water and the knowledge of knowing what to do provides peace of mind. Knowing how to swim is an important, life-long skill.
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The YMCA has long been America’s favorite swimming instructor. Whether just learning how to swim, improving strokes, swimming competitively or taking water exercise classes, members are in safe hands with our certified swimming instructors and lifeguards.
