Learning to swim opens the doors to a number of activities, like water aerobics classes, snorkeling and lap swimming. Not to mention, it can be a lifesaver (literally) in an accident. Yet, more than ...

Plenty of people are enjoying time on the shoreline and at lakes and pools this July, and swimming safety is top of mind. Drowning is one of the top causes of death for all children, according to the ...

Learning how to swim for triathlon can be a daunting task, it is by far the most technical and challenging to learn later in life. But fear not, we’re here to help guide you through the water. As part ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio -- A novel multi-generational approach to swimming lessons is set to save lives -- and create summer fun -- across Greater Cleveland. The YMCA of Greater Cleveland is inviting all ...

Expert advice on when your child should learn how to swim, and how to tell if they're ready to wade in on their own.

PITTSBURGH — Learning to swim is a rite of passage for many kids, but for Black and Brown children, racial barriers have kept them from the pool and the result has been deadly. According to the CDC ...

Every child should learn to swim. However, there are barriers we must overcome to make that happen. They are alarming: Factors that determine children’s safety in water include economic status, ...

Dear Heloise: Sharon’s letter was about the importance of teaching one’s children to swim well and to practice excellent water safety in general. My husband and I were not only good swimmers but ...

Drowning is one of the leading causes of death for children between the ages of one and four, according to the American Red Cross. But not all families can afford swim lessons.

When I was 5 years old, I nearly drowned while visiting a Pennsylvania amusement park. I spent 30 seconds underwater not knowing what to do. Luckily, I was rescued by a lifeguard and resuscitated, but ...

While awaiting news of the fate of the Titan submersible recently, it occurred to me that the men on board were volunteers. Nobody had to be in that situation. I sure wouldn’t. Under water is not ...