Learning to swim is one of the most important rituals of childhood. A recent National Institues of Health study concludes: Participating in formal swimming lessons was associated with an 88% reduction in the risk of drowning in children between the ages of 1 to 4.
(Arch Pediatric Med. 2009; 163(3):203-210)
Check out the "Swim School Bob" blog for more on this study.
Decatur Active Living offers swim lessons at flexible times. For more information, please e-mail Maggie Hamilton or call 404-377-7231.
Don't forget it's time to sign up for the Decatur Gators Swim Team, for city residents ages 5 through 17. For more information, please e-mail Maggie Hamilton or call 404-377-7231.
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