Swimming is an aerobic, fun and very complete exercise. It is an activity that can become playful and, with it, potentially expand the general panorama of games that the child can access.
It brings a number of benefits to the human body, since the respiratory and circulatory systems are stimulated; you work out two-thirds of the muscles; strength, flexibility and motor coordination are enhanced. In young children their cardiorespiratory capacity, the alignment of their body posture and balance are all improved. They learn to have a notion of space. Their sensory and psychomotor abilities are developed. The constant movement inside the water, at a pleasant temperature, causes relaxation, stimulates your intelligence, appetite and a good quality of sleep.
Neural connections are made, the brain is oxygenated and its functions are improved. Swimming has a positive influence on neurotransmitters, which promotes changes in mood, anxiety and stress levels. Improves focus, mental clarity and cognitive development.
On the other hand, the child feels comforted and secure in perceiving the total attention of his parents. With this quality time, family ties between parents and children are reinforced. The child feels motivated to improve his communication, generates confidence in himself and induces self-care behaviors. In small children or babies, this sport is very beneficial, since they feel that they can move around in the water, even without walking in a coordinated way.
It is important to practice this sport in adequate facilities, in good conditions, where there are adequate parameters of quality, hygiene and water health, with trained instructors and staff dedicated to the whole care of children. Also, it is important to perform medical examinations before starting the practice of that activity.
On the other hand, there are places where swimming programs are structured, according to the needs of the child, with a therapeutic cause. Without a doubt, the practice of some sport, in this case swimming, will stimulate the integral development of children, in a playful and balanced way.
At Colegio Ameyali Puerto Vallarta our mission is to promote the harmonious development of children through comprehensive educational services, in a warm, inclusive and personal environment.
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