The sad truth is that children have accidents in and around water, sometimes with devastating consequences.

As a parent, one of the ways you can take steps to avoid a tragedy is to get your child water-safe from an early age.

One of the great benefits about swimming as a sport is that children of any age, size or ability can take part – and it is more accessible to children with disabilities than most other sports.

Benefits:

• It keeps your child’s heart and lungs healthy.
• Improves strength and flexibility.
• Increases stamina.
• Improves balance and posture.