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By: Melissa Fugazza  Social Media Manager for Swim With Coach Dana There have been two moments in my life that forever changed the way I think about water safety. Both happened in what most people would consider safe environments. Both involved children. And both could have ended in tragedy. These experiences taught me an important […]

Summer is here, bringing sunny days, backyard cookouts, and plenty of time spent in and around the water. Whether you’re swimming laps, playing pool games with friends, or simply cooling off on a hot afternoon, swimming is one of the best ways to stay active during the warmer months. The best part? It doesn’t always […]

There’s nothing better than cooling off in the water on a hot day—except adding a few well-chosen games. With just a little structure, any pool day, lake outing, or beach trip can turn into something memorable. Here’s a streamlined list of water games, with where they work best and just enough detail to jump right […]

It Really Is About What You Wear This time of year, swimsuits start popping up in stores everywhere. With warm-weather swimming just around the corner—and kids growing out of their suits faster than ever—you may already be planning your next swimsuit purchase. ☀️🏊‍♀️ Before you toss those swimsuits into your cart (either in-store or online), […]

Coach Dana teaches her students from the beginning of her course that there is a safe place in a swimming pool: Where is it?  “The wall,” Coach Dana asserts, “The wall of the pool is the safe place, because it doesn’t move. It doesn’t sink. It is always there and all the way around.” People, […]