Pool Safety And Backyard Swimming Lessons

Having your own pool is a great way to get your family started with swimming lessons. Your home is a welcoming and familiar environment, where you will feel comfortable and relaxed.

Learning how to swim, or teaching your kids can be quite easy and fun, but it is very important to create a safe environment in order to prevent accidents or other unpleasant events. Let’s take a look at some of the most important things you should consider if you plan on teaching your children how to swim at home!

PREPARING YOUR POOL AND BACKYARD

When you get ready to start swimming lessons in your backyard pool, you could consider having a few accessories handy for practicality and safety.

Since the pool area will be probably quite busy, it is important to make sure the ground and other surfaces are clear and secured with non-slip surfaces, along with hand rails. You might also want to have floating devices handy, as many beginners might feel overwhelmed by the effort of swimming, and they might like to take a little break and hold on to something to stay afloat.

In some cases, people who aren’t expert swimmers might panic when trying to learn, so these devices could help them feel more secure. In saying that, younger swimmers may benefit from using water wings or life jackets while learning the basics of swimming.

BACKYARD SUPPLIES

There are many things that might come in handy while giving swimming lessons. If you aren’t sure where to start, some instructional material might be helpful to guide you through the techniques behind some of the most popular swimming styles.

To avoid discomfort, many beginners prefer to swim with goggles to protect their eyes, as well as to be able to see underwater and track the movements of their own body. At the beginning, it might not be so easy for them to coordinate their actions while swimming, so being able to see what they’re doing could be helpful. When buying goggles, try to find a pair that covers the eyes as well as the nose.

A swimming cap might also be great for any beginner. They can help prevent hair from bothering swimmers while they’re learning how to swim, keeping them focused on the task at hand, rather than trying to fix their hair. Another benefit? Swimming caps can contribute to keeping your pool clean and prevent hair from clogging your filters or floating in the water!

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

To stay safe and avoid issues, avoid drinking alcohol or eating before swimming. A little snack might not be a big deal, but a full meal before you swim could make youngsters feel unwell, as the physical activity and the temperature of the water might impair their digestive process.

In order to perform physical activity in the water safely, make sure you and your guests slowly immerse their bodies into the water. This way, they can comfortably adjust to the temperature. Start by submerging your feet and wrists first, then go deeper in as you get used to the temperature of the water.

You might also find it beneficial to instill a range of standard backyard rules to enhance safety. These rules could include:

• No yelling
• No running
• No diving
• Always listen
• Be respectful
• No swimming without an adult

Safety first!

SPEAK TO A PROFESSIONAL

For more information on how to set up your pool for swimming lessons, you can always consider contacting a specialist, who will surely be able to stir you in the right direction.

Feel free to get in touch with our team over at Sundance Spas of Edmonton to learn more about our pools and pool accessories for sale in Edmonton, we’d love to answer your questions!