Swimstar Gestel renews swimming lessons

Swimstar Gestel renews swimming lessons

In the heart of Gestel, a borough of Eindhoven, an eye-catching initiative named SwimStar introduces a sparkling innovation in swimming education. This temporary project, led by the skilled trainer Demian, offers young swimming enthusiasts the opportunity to explore the aquatic world—an opportunity they might otherwise not have.

In a society where access to swimming pools is not self-evident for some children, SwimStar has set the ambitious goal of breaking through these barriers. In this blog post we delve deeper into the world of SwimStar and discover how this pilot, with its focus on diversity and inclusivity, is creating a wave of enthusiasm among the youth of Gestel.

A Fresh Approach to Swimming Education

Demian, the driving force behind SwimStar, is passionate about the opportunities his program offers. "We want children to not only learn to swim but also to enjoy being in the water," he explains. This perspective is what sets SwimStar apart from traditional swimming lessons, which are often seen as an obligation and followed under parental pressure. At SwimStar, children voluntarily choose to participate, attracted by a program that combines an introduction to swimming sports with fun games and activities aimed at improving swimming skills.

Participant Feedback

The feedback from the participating children is overwhelmingly positive. Many of them have already signed up for a follow-up period at SwimStar. "It's amazing to see how excited the kids are and how quickly they pick up new skills," Demian proudly shares.

I SwimStar a mix of aquatic sports is chosen, including lifesaving, water polo, competitive swimming, and survival swimming. This diversity not only helps in the development of strong swimming skills but also fosters social interaction and team spirit among participants.

Future Plans and Ambitions

Although there are currently no concrete plans to expand SwimStar to other communities outside Gestel and Eindhoven, the door remains open for future opportunities, depending on the success of the current program. "Our dream is to bring this model to other communities and let more children experience the joy of swimming," says Demian hopefully.

Conclusion

SwimStar offers not just swimming skills, but also creates a positive and inclusive environment where children can have fun and develop. With its unique approach and focus on diversity, SwimStar indeed seems to be a valuable addition to the swimming experience of the youth in Gestel and potentially beyond. Demian hopes that all participants will remember that moving and swimming can be fun and enjoyable, not just beneficial.

The SwimStar Gestel project is a project that is part of the pillar: “Swimming Lessons of the Future” of InnoSportLab de Tongelreep. InnoSportLab de Tongelreep has the ambition to make swimming lessons more fun and to increase the participation in various aquatic sports

The project SwimStar Gestel is financially supported by "Provincie Noord-Brabant"