Learning to Swim in Seattle, WA

Learning to swim is a skill that just might save your life someday. It’s also a very enjoyable, healthy activity. Swimming works almost every body muscle, and is easier on the knees and joints than running. Since swimming is so accessible in the Seattle area, there are logically several places where you can learn. Here are a few good choices:

Seattle Parks & Recreation Fitness & Swimming Classes
Not only are the courses well taught by certified professionals, they are also fairly inexpensive, at about $5/class or less. Buying a season’s worth of classes will cut that price. There are also reduced rates available for low income families (about $2.50/class.) Swimming is taught in classes typically divided by age groups, so kids, adults, and seniors will find themselves grouped accordingly. Instructors know basic life support skills like first aid and CPR. Classes are located at different pools throughout the Seattle area, so check with the Parks and recreation website map to see what’s nearest to you, and to register yourself or your child for an upcoming class.

Aqua Dive Kids & Adults Swimming Lessons; 12706 33rd Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98125
The Aqua Dive branch in Seattle will teach your kids to have fun in the water, but also to be comfortable with it. They will learn how to float on their backs, and different strokes as their skills are enhanced. Children are taught water safety measures by qualified instructors. This is a very safe learning environment for those without water experience, including adults. Lifeguards and certified staff are right on hand in case of emergency. Adults will learn to conquer their own fears, and that it’s never too late to learn how to swim. They will learn breathing techniques, floatation mechanisms, and different styles of swimming. Adults will be in classes with other adults, and kids with other kids, which makes for a more natural, easy learning environment. Individual private lessons are also available.

“Take the Plunge!” Swimming Lessons through Swedish Medical Center, Seattle WA
If you an adult, the Swedish Medical Center is a good choice for you. They offer great adult classes for first time swimmers, and for those just interested in getting some exercise. Seniors will enjoy the water aerobics classes and the aqua therapy classes, which help with circulation and reducing stiffness. Water exercises are easier on the joints, and good for arthritis. If you are a novice swimmer, group classes will teach you basic technique. You will be surrounded by your peers in a safe and modern environment. This is a good place to foster good habits.

Kidswim; 14540 Bothell Way NE, Seattle, WA 98155
Enrolling your kids at Kidswim will provide them with a fun opportunity to learn water skills, as well as the opportunity to meet children their own age. Kidswim recognizes that all comfort levels exists when it comes to water, and strives to provide the safest, most reassuring environment for children as they progress from doggy paddling to breast stroke. It is a completely non competitive environment, where children will enjoy the perks that come from swimming classes- especially in the summer. The program has a nice Bothell Facility that your children will enjoy coming to.