The noodle is very versatile and as it is not a fixed aid, it can be used and removed with ease. It can also add a sense of fun to swimming as it can be tucked under the arms on the front and the back as well as placed between the legs and used as a ‘horse’.

The noodle is ideal for beginners learning breaststroke technique.

Advantages and Disadvantages of a Swimming Noodle
Advantages:

Provides a high level of support for children of all sizes.
Gives a sense of independence in the water with the minimum of support.
Allows freedom of movement.
Boosts confidence in the nervous beginner.
Able to support adult beginners
Easy to fit and remove, so ideal for using in group swimming lessons.
Allows freedom of movement.
Disadvantages:

Limited or no use for advanced swimmers.
Nervous swimmers can ‘clamp’ it between their body and their arms, restricting their arm action.
Can cause very buoyant swimmers to tip forwards.
Tricky to pack into a suitcase, so not travel or vacation friendly.