The forever bold and daring Ann Mercoglino of CBS News fame captures Adults taking beginner Swimming Lessons for the Very First Time with Lori Pailet of AquaSkills in New York City. Over Coming Fear of water also known as Aqua Phobia is one of Aquaskills specialty classes.
Over-Coming Fear of Water is a More Common Issue than One Thinks*
Why this happens is for a number of reasons. Perhaps the person is from a country or culture that did not see swimming skills as fundamental learning objectives. Maybe the person was from a land locked environment. Oftentimes the fear is passed on by the parents. This can become endemic to a whole group of people from generation to generation. Swimming is considered one of the best forms of exercise especially for people as they age because of the waters zero impact on the person’s joints. Summer activities will be focused on the cooling and refreshing aspects of water from pools, lakes to oceans. Water sports become alive from scuba diving, sailing water skiing and surfing. To do any of these activities it is imperative to learn to swim for Safety reasons. Over Coming fear of water and learning to swim will prevent drowning accidents. When seeking instruction one should look for a mature professional devoted instructor that will understand how to help you overcome any hidden phobias.
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Year round enrollment. Early bird Classes from 6 AM onward , weekdays evenings and Weekends.
