What To Look For
When purchasing swimming goggles for your kids, you want the goggles to keep the water out of their eyes and to provide a comfortable fit. Read the description carefully and look for these features: anti-fog for sight safety, UV protection to keep the sun out of their eyes, and hypoallergenic material so as not to irritate their skin.
Common Pitfalls
Sometimes kids will pick a pair of goggles because they look great, and mom or dad might like them because they are cheap, but chances are they will not work properly. Tell the store associate that you would like to do a fitting test, and press the goggles against your child's face. If they have good suction, they will stick to your child's face comfortably, without needing the strap, and you have found good goggles for your child.
Where To Buy
To browse the largest inventory of kid's swimming goggles, shop at your local sporting goods store. Academy, Sport's Authority, and Dick's Sporting goods all offer many different brands and styles that are sure to meet your child's needs. If you don't have a sporting goods store near you, try a super store such as Wal Mart or Target, as they have a small section of swimming supplies.
Cost
To supply your child with a good pair of swimming goggles, you are going to spend anywhere between $10 and $30. As with many things, the more money you pay the higher quality product you will likely receive. Most stores will offer a money-back guarantee if you are not completely satisfied with the goggles.
Comparison Shopping
For a price of $30, the TYR Arc 180 Swim goggles have the most features that goggles can offer: anti-fog lenses, UV protection, and hypo-allergenic silicone material.
Available in four different colors, the Speedo Kid's Hydrospex Swim Goggles are available for around $14. Featuring hypoallergenic material, anti-fog mask, and GE Lexan polycarbonate lenses, the manufacturer guarantees that these lenses will never break, "no matter what your child put's them through."
Accessories
To enhance your child's swimming experience, purchase them a scuba mask and fins for around $50. They can practice in a swimming pool, then explore the beach or lake to look at aquatic life.
Insider Tips
If you did not purchase a pair of anti-fog goggles for your child, a small amount of saliva can be placed on the inside of the lenses just before putting them on. It may not be the most sanitary practice, but it definitely works.
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