Easy Guide: How to swim – Instructions for everyone

Easy Guide: How to Swim – Instructions for everyone 

1. Getting Ready
Wear a comfortable swimsuit.
Put on goggles to protect your eyes.

2. Entering the Pool
Start in the shallow end where you can stand.
Walk slowly into the water until it's up to your chest.

3. Getting Comfortable
Splash water on your face to get used to it.
Take a deep breath and blow bubbles in the water.

4. Floating
Lie on your back with arms and legs spread out.
Keep your face above water and relax.
Lie face down with arms and legs spread out.
Hold your breath and keep your face in the water.

5. Basic Movements
Hold onto the pool edge or a float.
Keep your legs straight and kick up and down.
Move your arms in a circular motion, like a windmill.
Practice this while standing in the shallow end.

6. Learning to Swim
Use your hands and feet to paddle like a dog.
Keep your head above water.
Extend one arm forward while the other arm pulls through the water.
Kick your legs continuously.

7. Breathing
Turn your head to the side to breathe while swimming.
Take a quick breath and put your face back in the water.

8. Practice
Practice floating, kicking, and arm movements.
Always swim with an adult nearby.

Summary
1. Wear your swimsuit and goggles.
2. Enter the pool slowly from the shallow end.
3. Get comfortable with the water and practice breathing.
4. Learn to float on your back and front.
5. Practice kicking and arm movements.
6. Try the doggy paddle and freestyle stroke.
7. Practice side breathing while swimming.
8. Keep practicing and always swim with an adult around.