山形市の幼稚園では早くもプール開き

Swimming lessons have already begun at kindergartens in Yamagata City. "Children are playing in the water using their whole bodies. Today is an early opening of the pool." At Kanai Gakuen in Yamagata City, swimming lessons have been incorporated for 34 years to help children become familiar with water and grow both physically and mentally. On the 28th, 36 senior class children from Kanai Kindergarten enjoyed playing in the water under the guidance of a swimming instructor. The indoor pool had a water temperature of approximately 30 degrees Celsius and a depth of 0.7 meters. The children seemed comfortable, kicking their legs and playing tag with the rule of putting their faces in the water, enjoying their time in the pool. "Go for it!" The kickboard race, played in teams of three, was exciting, with cheers flying everywhere. "That flailing around earlier was fun!" "It feels good, and I'm happy and having fun! (Q: Do you like swimming?) I love it! (Q: Are you looking forward to the next lesson?) Yes!" [Naoya Hosokawa, Principal of Kanai Kindergarten] "They aren't afraid of water. But they also understand how to handle it safely. I hope they will grow up to be children who can have a good relationship with water and enjoy it." Water play is scheduled to take place about twice a month throughout this school year. [Yamagata Television News] https://www.yts.co.jp/news/