Teaching children how to be safe around water is not a luxury; it's a necessity.

Drowning can happen nearly anywhere with standing water. But, as a parent or caregiver, you can’t keep your children sidelined.

You need to equip them with the tools they need to be confident in and around water so they don’t lose out on the health benefits of exercise and the opportunities to bond with family and friends.

 

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For children ages 1-14, drowning is the second-leading cause of unintentional death after motor vehicle crashes.

 

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Water Safety Tips

Check out our blog with the top Water Safety Tips you need to know this summer!

Water Safety Tips

Safety Around Water Starts With the Whole Family

At the Y, one of our priorities is to make sure that everyone – regardless of age, income or background – has the opportunity to enroll in swim lessons and learn essential water safety skills. YMCA Swim Lessons are offered for ages 6 months through adulthood, making sure the entire family learns essential water safety skills opening up a world of possibilities.
 

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