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Swimming

Being able to swim is not just fun and a great form of exercise, its an essential life skill. Did you know that the second most common cause of death in under 16’s is drowning?

Being able to swim opens doors to a whole range of other activities from a trip to the waterpark, waterpolo, synchronised swimming, diving or even Octopushy…a sort of underwater hockey!

Swimming is a whole body workout that gets your heart and lungs going. Regular swimming can burn calories. Its great for all ages and as the water takes some of your bodyweight – its great for sore joints and arthritis, or pregnant women. Some people with asthma or other breathing difficulties find the pool a good form of exercise as the moist air helps making breathing more comfortable.

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Benfield Centre for Sport