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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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.

Editor's note: This article was first published in 2015. Each year in the U.S., an average of 3,960 people die as a result of drowning, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and ...

(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 ...

Beginning Sept. 17, Augusta Health will offer a course for children younger than 12 years old designed to teach the four basic swim strokes. The class, offered at two ability levels, will be Mondays ...