Can i still be able to learn how to swim?

Question

im 19 and i dont know how to swim... i have a little bit of fear of water such as the beach, is it still possible for me to be able to learn how to swim at this age?

the reason i am wondering about this is that i want to learn surfing in the future... i just need to get this problem over with first.

Answer 1

you  will never be to old to learn!!!! you just have to have an open  mind about it. I LOVE SWIMMING and it is a very useful skill to know how to do. and if you want to learn how to surf and not know how to swim.....i am very worried for you!!!!!!!!!!! lol!!!!!

;-) Peace out!!!!!!

Answer 2

You're never too old to learn.  You can get over your fear of water by gaining confidence in it.  You should have a teacher who is patient with you to help you wade into the water and learn at your own pace.  

In time you can become so comfortable in water that you will not believe that you were ever afraid of it.

Answer 3

you can, go to a rec center close to where you live. most of them offer swim lessons for people over 18. it will help you feel more comfortable in water

Answer 4

Of course you can still learn! I didn't know how to swim until I was 11 years old and now I'm 14 and on the swim team.