Swimming is a great family activity – it’s affordable, accessible and equips your kids with a vital life skill. But how can you make sure that the weekly splash-a-thon develops your little ones’ swimming skills as well as honing your own speed-dressing abilities?

Try these ideas to help you keep your head above water during a family swim session…

1. Start with a splash

Ease in gently. Getting into the water and just doing some splashing is a great start – and it helps get kids used to having the water on their face, too. Ask your little one to see how much of a splash they can make with their arms or legs.