Going to the pool is a great way to spend your summer break. Swimming is a fun exercise that allows you to spend quality time with friends and family. Below are a few great tips to follow that will make summer at the pool safe and enjoyable!
Lifeguards have a very important role at the pool. They are there to supervise and assist you in case of an emergency. If a lifeguard is not on duty, you should wait until he or she returns to get back in the pool. Lifeguards help enforce the pool rules. When they ask you to not swim in a specific area, it isn’t because they mean to hurt your feelings, but because they are trying to keep you safe. You should always listen to the lifeguard on duty. If a lifeguard is not on duty, children should not be allowed in the pool, unless an adult who can swim is present.
You should always swim with a partner. Having a buddy not only makes swimming more fun, but also keeps you safer. In case of an emergency, your friend can quickly ask for help. However, if you are swimming alone, assistance might not arrive as quickly, because lifeguards watch more than one person at a time.
Even if you went to the pool every day last year, it is still smart to take the swimming test each year. By taking the swimming test, you reaffirm your ability to swim safely. If you are unable to swim well in certain areas, you should stick to the areas you’re most comfortable in. Swimming lessons are a great way to strengthen your ability to swim!
To further prevent any swimming injuries, you should: listen to the lifeguards, not run around the pool, and swim where you feel comfortable. Practice safety first, and the fun will come naturally.
