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, almost 40 ...

It happens all too often: Summer fun turns to tragedy around the water. Drownings are increasing, which is why Consumer Reports explains it’s critically important to follow basic safety precautions ...

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PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - A couple of days ago, when we reported on the return of the tiki boats to the three rivers, our very own David Highfield mentioned he can't swim. That set me off in search of help ...

Summer fun in South Texas equals water. In Alice, some neighborhood swimmers attended the Spring Break Camp this week at the Alice Natatorium and Water Park. The camp’s purpose is to focus on fun and ...

One of the biggest issues in aquatics is getting adults to learn how to swim. It is much tougher to learn later in life, which deters a lot of people from attempting to learn. Fortunately, there are ...

With summer just ahead, federal safety officials are warning people about the risk of children drowning, and offering tips and precautions designed to prevent such tragedies. Summertime drowning ...

Sonoma Splash is providing swim lessons to all second-grade students in the four Sonoma Valley Unified School District ...

AIKEN — The World's Largest Swimming Lesson was held June 26 at the Smith-Hazel Recreation Center pool in Aiken with the goal to children to about water safety and to provide basic swimming skills.

(CNN) -- Warmer weather is finally here in the Northern Hemisphere, and with it, many pools and beaches are opening for the summer. That's great for families who want to spend time by the water, but ...