It's National Learn to Swim Day, celebrated annually on the 3rd Saturday in May.
If you're a parent, learning to swim can mean the difference between life and death for your child.
As an adult, swimming is excellent exercise and can have other health benefits too.
SwimWays Corp created National Learn to Swim Day in 2012 to raise awareness about the importance of teaching children how to swim. As a result, the day has grown tremendously and is now celebrated throughout the country.
On National Learn to Swim Day, swimming lessons for young kids are highlighted.
Experts say that the best time to learn how to swim is between six months and four years. Because, as we grow up, most people develop biases against large water bodies, which can make learning how to swim a near-impossible feat.
Take advantage of this day to spread the word about the importance of learning how to swim in young children and make sure your child is never left at risk.
