ON THE ISSUE OF THE NEED FOR SWIMMING CLASSES AT A HIGHER EDUCA-TIONAL INSTITUTION

Abstract

This article is devoted to the study of the need for swimming classes in higher educational institutions. The article substantiates the idea that swimming as a type of physical activity helps to improve the physical condition of students. The personal experience and knowledge of the authors in this topic are summarized. The article will explore the benefits of swimming, such as reducing stress, increasing muscle strength and endurance, and improving flexibility and mobility. We strive to find out whether swimming classes should really be integrated into university curricula, based on student opinions, research, and the experience of sports programs. The article contains facts that will help to come to a conclusion about the need for classes in the pool.