Would this work for 10 &amp; 8-year-old boys? Any other suggestions/tools for a beginners to work on freestyle swimming: kicks and arm strokes?
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I am 27, so I can't speak for younger swimmers, but I was a beginner and these really helped my stroke and also REALLY worked out my arm muscles. I have the mediums and I am very happy with them! I also have a pair of fins that help with kicking and building those leg muscles which are also helpful for beginners. With the paddles, you may want something to keep the legs afloat since pulling is normally arms only. I think Speedo sells something for between the legs!
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YES!!! That's mostly what I use it for and it's great! I don't swim laps competatively though, so I'm not sure how much it would impact your times, but the drag that is created is minimal and doesnt have a negative effect on the duration of my workout.
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I think your son will love it. I have used it with my 11 and 14yr old sons for a year now. They are both good hitters, and we have a blast. We use the faster balls and they come in at a challenging pace. they are generally strikes, but not always.
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In my experience, I wouldn't suggest this for a child so young. Look for a vest or suit that will keep them afloat or a ring that goes in the pool.
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Depends for what you are going to use them, too big paddles could hurt your shoulder Size Selection: XXS (Trans. Orange) beginning swimmers XS (Trans. Green) young age groupers (8-12 years) S (Trans. Yellow) older age groupers (12+ years)/beginning masters M (Trans. Red) older high school males/Sr. National females/mid-level masters L (Trans. Blue) collegiate swimmers/Sr. National males XL (Trans. Smoke) very strong swimmers/water aerobics http://www.tyr.com/shop/catalyst-brites-paddles.html#size-chart
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Probably. It does help hold them up but if they are not assisting/trying to swim, or someone holding them, they will tip forward. I love it for a 2.5 y/o learning to swim.
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If you are trying to train them on how to stay level in the water in preparation to learn to swim, then yes this device will help. I used this for my 8 month old daughter in conjunction with a pool noodle under the armpits to teach proper body position but only under constant and immediate supervision. (i.e. my arms were inches below her at all times). If you are looking for something to enhance safety and let them venture on their own, I agree with another commenter, puddle jumper is the right device.
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we have had 6 12-14 year olds in at one time and they had plenty of room to horseplay/swim around etc..not really good for lap type swimming....if on floats you could have about 4 rafts in and be ok.
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We bought them for a six year old and eight year old. Both have been very happy with it. A 3 year old plays on it at basketball practice. It is very sturdy. Since you can add Android apps you should be able to use it for older kids but the style might look too "little kid" for anyone over 10.
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My son is 4 and loves it, but for 10 and up, if they're used to playing the drums, you might want to go with a better quality drum than this one. Otherwise it's good up to a small 14 year old, probably.
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Go with the four step ladder. For older swimmers it provides a much easier egress. Ideally you want at least two full steps below the water line, but three is much better. Also, BUY stainless steel bolts and nuts, they include JUNK, and incorrectly assumed they were stainless, and mine have aready deteriorated and need to be replaced. Salt environment they lasted two months. Ladder itself is great.
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Yes. I bought it for my son who is a beginner. Plays now as much as you. Big difference from the standard paddles that cam with the table. We think it will suit him for a while.
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I think she may be a little small. My niece uses this at just over 2 years old, but she is probably around 25 lbs. Maybe look into "puddle jumpers". It's a floatie that wraps around a childs body and over their arms. They are still able to move around pretty good and get the feeling of learning how to swim.
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I think he'll do fine. My youngest son is 10 and small for his age. He is able to get the Rockboard up and moving but he is very timid and not as coordinated. If he was more athletic, and enthusiastic I know my son would love it. So, from what you say about your little boy, he'll have fun with it. So far, I've had some grown men try it and love it. I've used it for exercise and like it. My husband likes it. It seems it can work for almost anyone. Hope that helps! Paula :)
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I agree with Rebecca... unless your child is a confident swimmer I wouldn't buy this. They lose some control because their feet are bound together. And either way, never over their heads with this on.
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Our boys are 9 and 10 and they had not had a skateboard prior to owning one of these. In my opinion, It takes a lot of skill and balance. They were able to do it well after practicing daily for a week or so. We have the deluxe size.
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I used it with my 6 and 10 year old sons. I'd say it was pretty doable for the 10 year old, but I was doing all the gluing for the 6 year old. It's a fun craft with lots of possibilities but it comes down to being patient and steady to hold it in place, glue, and then let it dry. Seems to me like that's a skill that takes practice but I believe an 8 year old could do it and would enjoy this. Hope that helps.