Are you looking for fun things to do in Melbourne, Australia with your family this summer? Well, we have compiled a list for you! Funfields Amusement Park Head on over to this amazing destination on a hot and sunny day! The park has an extensive selection of refreshing water activities to cool down from the […]
Is it Safe to Dunk a Baby Under Water?
Swimming is an important skill that all children should learn. We have all seen videos of newborn babies swimming underwater. So when should you take your baby to the pool and when is it safe to dunk a baby underwater? Let us answer that for you! There are many different types of swimming lessons on […]
Drone Search and Rescue: The Future of Lifeguarding Equipment
Self-driving cars and artificial intelligence are becoming more and more popular. So technology making its way into the world lifeguarding and life-saving should come as no surprise. Typically, ocean rescue lifeguards throw themselves into giant coastal waves to save people. However, this might be changing soon with the introduction of drones. An unmanned aircraft is […]
Sensory Toys for Autism: Fun Toys for the Pool!
Children and adults on the autism spectrum have difficulty processing everyday sensory information. Any of the senses may be over or under-sensitive (or both) (The National Autistic Society). Using sensory toys during pool therapy is an important part of teaching children with ASD how to stay safe. All children love playing with toys in the […]
Autism and Drowning: Why Kids With Autism Are More Likely To Drown
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects roughly 52 million individuals worldwide (Autism Spectrum Australia, 2017). Interestingly, aquatic activities and hydrotherapy have been shown to increase social interaction, confidence, and independence in children with ASD (Kumar et al., 2014). Unfortunately, drowning is the leading cause of death in autism. Autism and drowning has been studied to uncover why […]
Autism and Water: Why Autistic People Are Drawn to Water
Children with autism are naturally drawn to water. The sparkling, flowing liquid captures their interest. After all, what’s better than sitting on the beach or poolside on a hot summer’s day? What we still might wonder is “why are children with autism obsessed with water?” Watching it, touching it and drinking it are even included! […]
7 Drowning Statistics You Didn’t Know About
Swimming is a fun way for kids to get active! However, water safety should be kept in mind when your little ones go for a dip. There are a variety of measures that can be taken to prevent your child from drowning. This includes enrolling children in swimming lessons and supervising them in the water. […]
Top 7 Water Sports to Try in Australia
Keep cool with some of these awesome water sports this summer! Our list of 7 Water Sports to Try in Australia is great for beginners and thrill-seekers alike. Trying some of these out with your family is a must this summer! Water Sports #1: Wakeboarding Australia is home to a variety of wakeboarding competitions including […]
Best Beaches in Sydney, Australia
What’s your favourite beach in Sydney? That’s a hard question because choosing one is a challenge. So let AquaMobile help you pick out a gem from the New South Wales coastline with our list of the best Sydney beaches! #1 Best Beaches in Sydney: Bondi Beach The convenient location, righteous waves and extensive shoreline make Bondi […]