Swimming fins kids

In this category, you'll find a wide selection of swimming fins for children. We're confident that we have precisely the swimming fins for kids that you're looking for, and perhaps even some that you didn't realize you needed.

Children adore water, and many fun games start here. Eventually, however, it becomes necessary to learn to swim properly, and some children may even develop a taste for competitive swimming. To excel, it's crucial to develop the right technique, and that's where swimming fins for kids come into their own.

They can significantly improve swimming technique and make learning to swim properly much more enjoyable. And of course, swimming fins for kids also need to have the right look. That's why we offer a broad range of different shapes, colours, and functions.

Swimming Fins Make Swimming Fun for Kids

If you have a little water enthusiast at home, you can greatly benefit from equipping them with a pair of swimming fins. They make it easier for them to swim in the water for longer periods, experiencing greater speed without expending too much energy.

However, it's important to consider that different types of swimming fins have their strengths. If your child loves exploring the seabed with a snorkel and diving mask, then long plastic swimming fins are the best choice.

This is because plastic is a harder material than, for example, silicone, providing more propulsion. Similarly, the long fin "moves" more water with each kick, increasing speed.

For children looking to improve their technique and learn to swim optimally, there are other factors at play.

Swimming Fins Must Be Comfortable

Swimming fins for kids in different lengths and materials have various advantages and disadvantages. It depends on what the children need them for. Long swimming fins with a long fin are best for exploring the seabed at a leisurely pace. For fun and fast swimming in the pool, silicone swimming fins with short fins are much better.

Silicone is more flexible, and short fins don't put the same pressure on leg muscles during kicks. Additionally, there are swimming fins for kids with a solid heel or a strap. But what's the difference?

Well, fins with a strap offer more mobility around the ankles, which is significant if your child moves their feet a lot when kicking in the water. This provides greater comfort for little swimmers. The downside is that the strap can chafe the ankles, potentially causing sores.

Fins with a solid heel, on the other hand, fit snugly to the foot, reducing the risk of sores but also decreasing mobility and the sense of freedom when kicking in the water.

What's the Difference Between Swimming Fins?

As already mentioned, the choice of swimming fins for children is not insignificant. It depends entirely on their intended use. The stiffer the swimming fins are, the harder it is for leg muscles to move them in water. If worn for extended periods without gentle kicking, it can be tough on little legs.

Moreover, one should also consider the length of the fins and how they are used. In short:

• Short fins are best for sprinting
• Medium-length fins are best for middle and long distances
• Long fins are best for snorkelling in the sea.

So, if you have a water enthusiast who loves splashing around in the pool and diving for, for example, diving rings, it's best to choose a pair of silicone swimming fins with short fins and a heel strap. This offers great mobility, while also not being too taxing on the small legs with varying pace.

How to Best Maintain Your Swimming Fins

Like much other swimming equipment, chlorine and saltwater, and the materials they are made of, aren't the best of friends. At least remember to rinse them with fresh water after use. If you neglect this, you'll find that the materials become stiffer and more brittle, significantly shortening their lifespan.

But maintenance is quite simple. Just rinse them in fresh water after use, and then let them dry by hanging them up - possibly on a drying line. But not in direct sunlight! That has the same effect. It's better to hang them in the shade. Swimming fins are generally quite robust, so it takes a lot for them to start "deteriorating".

Shop Confidently for Your Children's Swimming Fins at Watery.ie

Navigating the world of swimming fins for children can be a jungle. That's why our highly experienced customer service team is ready with advice and guidance to help you find exactly the swimming fins for the children you need. When you shop with us, you also enjoy several benefits:

• Free shipping on orders over 79€
• 3-5 days delivery
• Our customer service is ready all weekdays from 8 AM to 10 PM.