ADULTS unable to swim will be able to benefit from a new scheme in Canterbury and surrounding villages.
Canterbury City Council has teamed up with Active Life to provide free swimming lessons for adults over the age of 40. The lessons are aimed to 'increase water skills and confidence for adults who would like to swim but have never learnt how to'.
Mel Lea helps organise the scheme and believes swimming should be an accessible sport to anyone regardless of their age or skill level.
“Swimming is a skill most people take for granted, but for those who have never learnt it can be disheartening. Swimming is an excellent way to improve overall fitness and these lessons will help people gain confidence in the water,” she said.
Lessons will be carried out by qualified instructors with class sizes limited to a maximum of 12 people. They will take place at Kingsmead Leisure Centre in Canterbury, Whitstable Swimming Pool and Herons swimming pool in Herne Bay.
The free lessons are also available to adults with learning disabilities. Places are limited so it is best to book early to avoid disappointment.
More information can be found at the Active Canterbury website. To book lessons call Mel Lea on 01227 812 486 or email mel.lea@activelifeltd.co.uk.
