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We know that swimming is an awesome life skill, but it also boasts loads of physical, social and mental health benefits. At Swimming NZ, we want to help all Kiwis have a life-long love of the water by creating and supporting positive sporting experiences. Whether you are wanting to learn to swim, be safer around the water, a weekend warrior swimming for fitness or wanting to get involved in competitions, swimming has something for you!
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So Much More Than Swimming
Whilst swimming is lots of fun in general, there are so many reasons to be active in the water.
Find Your Local Club
Join a club to get immersed in Swimming culture. Spend time with friends, improve confidence and grow your swimming skills. Our clubs can facilitate everything from learning to swim through to elite level training and competition. Reach out to your local club to get started.
It's a Life Skill
With NZ being surrounded by water and hosts stunning waterholes around the country, being able to go for a swim safely is a favourite Kiwi pastime!
It Helps You Develop Other Essential Life Skills
Being involved in swimming teaches you so much about skills that will equip you for life – such as time management, communication, perseverance and dedication
It's a Great Whole Body Workout is Low Impact
Swimming is great for getting the whole body active and has less load through the joints when swimming in water
It's a Great Way to be Social
So many people swim together in clubs, squads or local groups, and many love to catch up for a coffee and chat post-swim!
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It's Great for Your Wellbeing
Swimming is not just good for your physical health, it is great for your mood and providing balance in your life.
It's a Great Form of Rehabilitation & Recovery
Given that being in the water can reduce the load on the joints, it is a great way to stay active or help with recovery from an injury
It's Easily Accessible & Anyone Can Do It
Aotearoa has so many stunning waterways and there are pools nearby, so why not head out for a swim
