Swimming is a great all-round activity because it ......

• keeps your heart rate up but takes some of the impact stress off your body; 

• builds endurance, muscle strength and cardiovascular fitness;

• helps maintain a healthy weight, healthy heart and lungs;

• provides an all-over body workout;

• alleviates stress and - by swimming with like-minded others - is good for your mental health;

• improves coordination, balance, posture and flexibility; and

• provides good low-impact therapy for some injuries and conditions:

• can be done all seasons, all year:

• suits any age, body type, and ability, and....

• swimming with a group helps you keep motivated, build friendships, and receive reward for effort.