The author says that signing her kids up for swim lessons requires a lot of money and parental involvement and that spots are taken quickly.

Kids are flocking to the pools as the Philadelphia area continues to experience a heat wave, making water safety even more important. At Nile Swim Club in Yeadon, a free swim program is underway ...

Drowning is a real risk for young kids—but teaching them to swim can save their lives while also making summer more fun.

Moore says swim lessons can be challenging for some children and parents at first. However, staying consistent will pay off for the child. “It’s really important for kids to be brought out of their ...

A 2017 study found 66% of African-American kids couldn’t swim well enough to be safe in the deep end of a pool. We Can Swim dives in to change that.

The numbers highlight an oft-overlooked dilemma: Autism makes swimming instruction all the more necessary but, often, all the more difficult to get. “It’s life-changing for kids with autism ...

Drowning is a leading cause of death for children. An alarming number of children don't know how to swim or have weak swimming ability. USA Swimming Foundation both supports up-and-coming ...

First, floaties create a false sense of security for kids and their parents. Children who regularly use the floatation aids can fall under the dangerous illusion they know how to swim.

Swim safety experts recommend designating a trusted adult as the water watcher for when kids are in and near the water.

Swim lessons aren't just for kids. According to the American Red Cross, one in five adults in the United States can't swim. In fact, while 80 percent of Americans in one survey said they could ...

Opinion: Teaching your kids to swim this summer? Steer clear of floaties. An overreliance on the inflatables appears to be a factor in the childhood drowning crisis; drowning is the leading cause ...