If you love to swim in the pool, chlorine, bromine, salt and other chemicals can be harsh on your skin, hair and swim gear. Constant exposure to pool water starts to break down the material of your swim gear. It also deprives your skin and hair of its natural oils. Chlorine can trigger allergies, rashes […]
Learning how to dive can be challenging. You have to enter the water head-first, which can be intimidating for new swimmers. However, with a little bit of practice, anyone can master basic dives. Diving is fun, effective and exciting, whether you’re doing it for fun or at the competitive level! Here are AquaMobile Swim School’s […]
Drowning prevention is a top priority for anyone who owns a home pool or likes to swim. This is particularly important for those with infants or young children. Child drownings are the leading cause of death for children aged 14 and under. The Red Cross says 1 in 5 water fatalities are in children aged […]
Swimming in a lake or the ocean is exciting and beautiful! There’s plenty of space, but swimming in the open water is more difficult and dangerous than swimming in a pool. There are more hazards such as boats, recreational equipment and aquatic wildlife. You could also be a danger to the area’s biodiversity and the […]
It’s important to know that your swim instructor is the best possible choice for you and your children. Not everyone knows how to choose the best swim instructor. Follow our list of what to look for to make the right decision! Here are AquaMobile’s tips for how to choose the best swim instructor for your […]
Stewie the Duck Learns to Swim is a must read for young children five and under to help teach them how to stay safe around water. This book that teaches water safety for kids stems from a tragic accident that has led the Leonard family to dedicate their time to drowning prevention among children. In […]
What is Open Water Swim Anxiety? Fear of open water swimming is the same as open water swim anxiety. It can be defined as a fear of swimming in lakes, oceans and other bodies of water. It’s common in athletes competing in open water races and can be dangerous to experience while swimming. The panic […]
Effectively Teaching Swimming Lessons to Children with Disabilities: An Interview with AquaMobile Swim School instructor Catherine Lau Catherine Lau is a Certified Lifeguard and Swim Instructor. Catherine has over 7 years of experience teaching people who have physical or developmental disabilities how to swim. She is working on her Masters of Applied Disability Studies. In […]
Summer is on its way! Why not cool off in the pool with some fun games? Whether you’re in your backyard or at a community centre or resort, a pool is the perfect place to play. Get a head start on planning your summer fun this year. AquaMobile brings you popular swimming pool activities that […]
