Foam Bricks & Swim Vests

Of course! On decathlon.com.gr you will find an excellent variety of swim belts with foam floats and swim vests, which are specially designed to offer maximum safety, comfort, and buoyancy. The collection includes vests with soft padding that allow full freedom of movement for the arms, as well as adjustable belts with removable foam blocks, giving parents the ability to adapt the level of support according to the child's progress as they learn to swim and gain confidence in the pool or the sea.

Swimming float belts are a specialized learning belt consisting of independent, removable pieces of hard foam (floats) used to help children maintain a horizontal, natural swimming position in the water. The belt is fastened securely around the child's waist with a safety buckle, providing the necessary buoyancy to practice arm and leg movements. The big advantage of this accessory is that as the young swimmer becomes familiar and improves their technique, you can gradually remove the foam blocks one by one, reducing artificial buoyancy until they can swim completely independently.

To choose the right swimming vest for your child, the most important factor to consider is the child's exact weight, as vests are categorized based on weight to ensure proper buoyancy and keep the body in the correct position above the water. Additionally, make sure the vest fits perfectly and hugs the torso snugly but comfortably without riding up toward the neck when the child enters the water. Prefer models with adjustable straps and safety zippers, which offer absolute stability and freedom of movement for endless playtime.

A child can typically start using a belt with swimming foam floats from the age of 2 to 3 years old, which is when they have developed basic movement coordination. However, the choice must always be based on the child's weight and their level of familiarity with the water. Because the float belt keeps the child in a horizontal position and requires a minimum effort to keep the head out of the water, it is recommended for children who have already overcome their initial fear and want to learn how to swim. In any case, its use must always be under the direct and continuous supervision of an adult.

For swimming float belts, the selection is not made based on the weight of the accessory itself, but based on the body weight of the child using it, with classic belts designed to ideally support children at the beginning of their learning stage, typically ranging from 15 to 60 kg. For a child who is a complete beginner, the belt should initially be used with all the foam floats attached to it to provide the maximum possible buoyancy and safety in the pool. Only when they begin to feel confident and control their body can you start gradually removing the foam material to reduce the support.