By Demetris Chambliss, full-time swim instructor What is National Water Safety Month? Every May, we celebrate National Water Safety Month, an annual awareness campaign coordinated by the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance with support from the American Red Cross, National Drowning Prevention Alliance, National Recreation and Park Association, and World Waterpark Association. Throughout the month, aquatic
READ MOREBy Demetris Chambliss Throughout American history, it has been well-documented, although occasionally under-exaggerated, that black people have faced numerous instances of discrimination, prejudice, and racism. Diving into the depths of this pervasive issue, this blog post delves into the challenging waters surrounding the accessibility of swimming within black communities. As we navigate the historical currents
READ MOREBy Demetris Chambliss My journey as a swim instructor is deeply rooted in my family’s passion for aquatics. Long before I was born, the love for water and the importance of swimming ran in my family’s veins. My family members were all avid swimmers, and they instilled in me a profound respect for the water
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Before your next swim, take some time to try out these eight important stretches for swimmers. You will be glad you did! Great warm-up stretches loosen up the muscles and get the blood flowing throughout the body. These swimmer-specific stretches work those hard-to-reach muscles that are key to great swimming. Each stretch is designed to
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When is the right time to start swim lessons? This is a question many parents find themselves asking. At MIT Recreation, we believe that as early as 6 months of age is a good time to start introducing your child to the water and pool environment. For infants (18 months old and younger), this time
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