I DON'T KNOW HOW TO SWIM IM 16.?

Question

Hi, I just turned 16 and this summer my friends have been constantly asking me to go over and swim at their pools and cottages (lakes and etc..) Little do they know i can't swim. Growing up my doctors wouldn't let me take swimming classes because i had numerous health issues. I started taking a few private classes at the age of 12, mind you at that age most of my friends were still pretty strong swimmers... I would love to learn how to swim but i'm so shy tall and awkward I feel like i'd standout amongst all the other little midgets... Someone please give me advice it really sucks that i can't swim, and i really want to :(

Answer 1

Not knowing what your health problems were its difficult to give relevant advice but I was self taught at swimming at 19 and I went on to teach a pupil.

16 is not old for a learner but you have to find out what problems you have i.e. can you float easily,do you have a problem with going underwater and holding your breath etc

If it was me and I was invited to private pools I would go but you should tell your friends exactly what your problems with swimming are .You may get your swimming help and a private pool is the best place to learn.

Answer 2

Just go get the damned class, it's not like lessons take long.

Answer 3

go in the swimming pool and ask for the instructer or teacher to help u to learn swimming .and if there arenot any teacher take the life jacket and go in the swimming pool and try to swim

Answer 4

I'm 38 and can't swim! Don't feel bad bud....

Answer 5

I don't know how to swim either, no need to feel awkward! :) Not much advice but you're not alone

Answer 6

Some adults have to take classes to learn should why should you be embarrassed? As you are keen you will learn quickly. Just do it.

Answer 7

you just dont be afraid and learn at 4 to 5 feet

Answer 8

Get over it: LEARN to swim. GO!