The Ark is a revolutionary 3 in 1 multi-faceted swimming aid designed to teach children to learn quickly, efficiently and with confidence. Due to the encapsulating shape and the buoyancy factor, teachers can be less manually involved and allow the Ark to do the work.

It provides excellent buoyancy elevating the body into a hydrodynamic position. The unique design means the swimmer does not waste energy pulling the aid close to their sides, this allows hands free to practice strokes. It has side stabilisers, (which can be used as armbands or mini floats) and a headboard, (which converts to a kickboard). These can be easily attached and detached as required in order to practice and accomplish different skills. The multi-function Ark allows the teacher to be really creative to ensure the pupil has fun learning.
 
The rear stabilisers are mainly used for the inexperienced nervous swimmer. When positioned under the water they provide extra buoyancy at the end. They prevent the pupil from tipping backwards and stops the horrible experience of inadvertently swallowing water. When the stabilisers are positioned above the water and the swimmer is on their back, they provide hand grips for an easy secure hold. When not required, the stabilisers easily detach and convert to armbands or used as mini floats for practising leg work. The armbands can be used with 2 floats or reduced to 1 per arm.
The mini floats can be hand held via the straps and used individual kickboards, arms can be held in front or to the side for more difficult tasks. They can be used when learning to tread water.
 
When the headboard is attached it allows the pupil's head and neck to be in a relaxed position when doing backstroke / leg kick. This eliminates the need for the parent / teacher to provide manual support in the water. It also prevents head injuries as the headboard acts as a bumper providing protection when the child reaches the wall. One of the ingenious design features is that when the headboard is detached it then doubles up as a kickboard. In addition, when a pupil practises one arm swimming this kickboard provides extra security by means of a wrist strap. It stops the child losing their grip and the float drifting away, which can happen when a child becomes tired.

The Ark is suitable for age 3 to 8, although the main frame and kick board can be used by older children Armbands ideally suited to age 3 to 7.