It’s Never Too Late to Learn to Swim - Annabel Acott, LPGS

Swimming is an incredibly popular activity. In the past twelve months, it is estimated that 14 million people have been swimming. It is proven that swimming is the most effective way to burn calories, so why aren’t there more people swimming? According to new statistics, 14.2 million people in the UK are unable to swim just one length of a 25m pool. These statistics are quite concerning, as swimming is an essential life skill that is much needed. Worldwide, roughly 235,000 people drown eve