Learn about swimming

What is swimming?

Swimming is a sport that involves swimming in various forms of water, whether in a pool or in open water such as the sea or lake. Swimming is one of the most widespread and popular sports in the world, and includes a variety of styles and techniques.

Swimming is a total body sport that aims to strengthen muscles, improve physical fitness and cardiovascular endurance, enhance respiratory health, and improve psychological well-being.

It is suitable for all ages and groups, including children, and is considered effective for losing weight and maintaining general fitness.

Swimming is a competitive sport that includes a number of world-class championships and competitions, including the Olympic Games.

Swimming styles

Freestyle : This is the most common type of swimming, in which the hands and feet are used in a coordinated manner in the water without any restrictions on style.

Backstroke: Swimming is done on the back, with the arms moving alternately, while the legs are used to generate power and direction.

Breaststroke: It is characterized by the simultaneous movement of the legs that begins with the push from the chest and ends with the return of the legs, in addition to the movement of the hands that pull the water towards the swimmer.

Butterfly: This style is characterized by simultaneous and symmetrical hand and leg movements, where the legs are pushed and the arms move at the same time.

Why swimming for our children?

Swimming is one of the most comprehensive and beneficial sports for the body and mind.

1 - Improving physical fitness: Swimmers are among the most physically fit athletes, as movement in the water strengthens muscles and improves endurance and strength.

2- Strengthening the immune system: Swimmers are less susceptible to infectious diseases due to their exposure to water, which helps strengthen the immune system.

3 - Boosting self-confidence: Learning to swim and making progress in it helps increase children's confidence in themselves and their abilities, and gives them a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction with themselves.

4 - Providing an opportunity for entertainment and fun: Swimming is a fun and exciting activity for children, and it can provide them with an opportunity to entertain and enjoy time in the water with friends and family.

5 - Learning water safety skills: Children learn basic water safety skills, such as floating and drowning safely, making them safer when swimming in pools or deep water.

6 - Learning breathing control strategies: While swimming, children learn how to control and regulate their breathing, which is a useful skill they can use in daily life to deal with stress.

Some common tools in swimming

swimming goggles

Used to protect eyes from water and help see better underwater.

Men's swimsuit

Swimwear comes in a variety of styles and sizes and is designed to provide easy movement and comfort while swimming. They are also often lightweight to facilitate movement in the water.

swimming cap

Helps protect hair from the effects of water and chemicals in swimming pools

Women's swimwear

Swimwear comes in a variety of styles and sizes and is designed to provide easy movement and comfort while swimming. They are also often lightweight to facilitate movement in the water.