Petržalka has launched free swimming courses for primary school children through a partnership between the Bratislava-Petržalka district, SportInstitute NGO, and Lucron. The project aims to provide free swimming instruction during physical education classes to 1,560 children.
Swimming is an invaluable skill that not only teaches children to move safely in the water, but also supports their physical, mental and emotional development. This project is an example of how we can work together to contribute to the healthy development and well-being of our children.
“Our goal is to ensure all 3rd and 4th-grade public school students in Petržalka learn swimming basics and improve their abilities. Through this project and Lucron’s support, every Petržalka child will receive high quality swimming instruction,” said Iveta Jančoková, First Deputy to Petržalka Mayor Ján Hrčka.
High Quality Swimming Instruction with Professionals
SportInstitute, a Slovak Swimming Federation member, uses its own methodology approved by Comenius University’s Faculty of Physical Education and Sports. They have already taught over 12,000 Bratislava primary school students to swim.
“At SportInstitute, we know regular exercise makes people healthier. Our Future Champions initiative uses free swimming lessons to develop discipline, perseverance, passion, appreciation for exceptional moments, and cooperation in children,” said SportInstitute Chairman Ivan Krištof.
Slavomír Habánik, Lucron’s Development Director, added: “In our Nesto scheme, we’re working to create an environment with high quality sports facilities and active leisure opportunities. We believe such environments enhance quality of life and motivate residents toward healthy lifestyles. We consider swimming to be a key skill and hope this program will increase children’s water safety confidence and get involved more in sports generally.”
All Petržalka Primary Schools to Participate
The project includes all Petržalka primary schools (except Pankúchova, which has its own pool), involving 71 classes and 1,560 students. Free swimming lessons at the Petržalka swimming pool will be part of physical education until 28 March 2025. Each student will complete five swimming lessons.
Lucron is proud to contribute to creating better conditions for future generations’ development.
