Recreation Options - Swimming

There is a lot more to swimming than doing lengths and lengths of freestyle. Try different strokes and don't forget water play e.g. diving to the bottom of the pool or floating on your back.

Benefits

• relaxing
• increases fitness
• releases tension
• provides freedom of movement
• builds up strength in arms and shoulders

Comments

"Being in the water is relaxing as you don't have to hold yourself." Ann.

"Probably the main benefit was really strengthening the arms and helping me relax." Cam.

"I used to swim with a mask and snorkel as I couldn't turn my head sufficiently to the side to breathe." Janine.

Related Links

• Swimming Pools
• Swimming and Beaches - Feeling Great website

Department Details:
Recreation Wellington