Sports and physical activities like swimming are great for building confidence in children! It teaches them about success and failure and gives them a passion for a new skill. Swimming is a solo activity and is easy for kids to learn young. Floating, diving and treading water independently show them that they can accomplish anything […]
How to Teach Autistic Children to Swim
Teaching a child with autism how to swim can be tricky. Through consistency, patience and qualified swimming instruction, swimming can be fun. Having a properly trained instructor is key for children with autism. According to the National Autism Association, between 2009 and 2011, 91% of drowning incidents in the US involved children with autism. 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 […]
AquaMobile Athlete Spotlight: Competitive Swimmer – Melvyn Wong
This issue of AquaMobile’s Athlete Spotlight is all about Melvyn Wong. He is an accomplished competitive swimmer and coach. He has won multiple Provincial and National medals and even won a silver medal at a Lifeguard Pool National meet in 2014! Read on to learn more about his journey! Name: Melvyn Wong Age: 25 Sport: […]
A New Journey: Preparing Your Child With Autism For Their First Swim Lesson
Preparing your child to try something new can be hard, even more so if your child has a special need. Children with Autism are naturally curious about their surroundings and wander off, which can make bodies of water such as lakes and pools dangerous. However, swimming can also be an enjoyable and therapeutic experience. Rachel […]
Plan The Best Pool Party!
Kids are home for the summer, the weather is perfect and the pool is waiting for you to dive in! Do you know what that means? Time for a pool party! AquaMobile loves pool parties and we would like to share some tips to make yours the best one yet! 1. Your Pool Party Theme […]