The usage and benefits of the Jr. Swimmer's Snorkel are equivalent to those of the regular Swimmer's Snorkel. The only distinction is the length of the tube. The Jr. Swimmer's Snorkel is ideal for younger athletes as it measures 2 shorter in length. This snorkel was specifically designed to account for the smaller lung capacity of younger swimmers 14 and under At it's most basic level the Swimmer's Snorkel allows athletes of any ability to swim at normal and much slower speeds with perfect stability and a full range of motion. These skills are the most critical aspect for novice level swimmers to master and for advanced swimmers to perfect. The Swimmer's Snorkel places greater emphasis on proper body alignment as it is specifically designed to allow athletes to relax in the water and maintain a completely laid out horizontal position. Swimming smart allows the athlete to adjust his or her stroke to the maximum efficiency. The patented center-mount design of the Swimmer's Snorkel allows it to be worn with any standard swimming goggle!