At three years old, the real work of learning to swim begins. In lessons at this age, your preschooler is starting to tackle the core skills of swimming. They are also beginning to learn more independently, in the pool without you or other guardians for the first time (but don’t worry, you won’t be more
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When is the right time to start swim lessons? This is a question many parents find themselves asking. At MIT Recreation, we believe that as early as 6 months of age is a good time to start introducing your child to the water and pool environment. For infants (18 months old and younger), this time
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Are you hesitating about letting your kid(s) take the jump into swim lessons? You may be worrying unnecessarily. Check out the following five common concerns that parents often have before starting classes, and why you don’t have to let them stand between your kids and swim lesson fun! 1. Is My Child Too Young? Children
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Good News… Summer is here! If you love the water like we do, then this means a visit to a swimming pool (or two) is on your list of summer to-dos. Whether your visit to a pool is during a vacation to the Bahamas, in your neighborhood, or in a family member’s backyard; swimming is
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The MIT Recreation Holiday Gift (Card) Guide – Health and Wellness Holiday Gifts for anyone on your list. MIT Recreation has a variety of options for the fitness-enthusiasts on your list whether they are recreation beginners, advanced athletes, or somewhere in between. We believe that a little recreation is the perfect gift for anyone no
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