Abstract:The objective of this study is to analyze and compare anthropometric data and aquatic skills of children attending swimming lessons. 29 children participated, between 3 and 12 years old, enrolled in swimming classes. It was decided to determine the percentage of body fat (%BF) and the contents analyzed were: immersion, dorsal and ventral flotation, gliding and depth control. As for the BF% of the girls, all were at an "Optimal" level. However, it is possible to find boys generally classified in a health risk z… Show more
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