Learn to Swim in Toronto and Mississauga
Posted February 24, 2023 | by Compten Management Inc.
Swimming is a type of exercise that works the whole body without putting stress on joints and bones. With several amazing benefits, learning to swim is one of the best things to do for anyone can do to help them stay healthy.
Because swimming works your whole body, a 30 minute swim is equivalent to 45 minutes of any activity on land. So instead of sweating it out with exercise equipment, swim laps to increase your workout results.
Never learned to swim or have children that need lessons? The city of Toronto offers swimming lessons for everyone 6 months and older. Through the Efun website, the city offers several swimming lessons based on age and skill level. If you’ve never learned to swim, they have designated programs designed for young children, teens, and adults. Additionally, they have swimming lessons for all disabled children, youth, and adults.
It's important to teach water safety at a young age. Swimming lessons are a perfect way to instill water safety skills in young children while also teaching them how to swim. In Mississauga, you’ll find different levels of swimming lessons for all ages and abilities. Children 6 months to 3 years swim with a parent or guardian, then move up to swimming with kids of similar age.
Looking for specialized training? Lifeguard training programs offer specific training for life saving techniques Davina’s Swim House, just a few minutes from our Toronto apartments, offers leadership programs designed to develop problem solving and decision making skills along with CPR and other lifesaving skills.
At Felix’s Swim Schools, with locations in Downtown Toronto and North York, you and your children can learn to swim and a welcoming and safe environment. This swim school offers programs for children, teens, and adults that develop swimming skills and techniques needed to stay safe in the water. They also offer specialized swim team instruction for those who aspire to swim competitively. Other programs include lifeguard certification, first aid training, and both assistant and instructor certification.
Whether you’re looking to introduce your child to the water or would like to improve your swimming, Toronto and Mississauga have a variety of programs for all ages and abilities.