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Learn to Swim at Any Age With Coach Chris Confidence in Cumberland County | FOX43

Aug 24, 2023

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in Learn To Swim, Organization, Safety

FOX43 News is at Elite Sports and Wellness to try a private swim lesson for adults with Coach Chris Confidence.

“Water safety is the main thing that we teach, but when we get started, you know, we are out of breath and our heart rates are increased and it’s exercise too,” said Marybeth Quirin, an instructor of three years at CCC.

These swimming sessions are ‘one-on-one’ with a Coach Chris Confidence teacher trained to keep people safe in the water.

The classes can vary, based on the interests and skill level of the client.

“They will work with you as per your needs, you learn swimming. But again, make you comfortable that you don’t get into any other major body issues or health issues,” said Vaishali Shah, CCC Client.

Some students start because they want to get stronger in the water or learn a specific stroke, others say they want to conquer a fear.
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Are Triathlon Swims Safe Enough? | The GTN Show Ep. 315

Aug 24, 2023

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in Safety, Triathlon

This week we start by sending out our deepest sympathies to the families of the two men who passed away during the swim of Ironman Cork and debate the safety of triathlon swims. We also have a big weekend of racing to dissect, with the Paris Test Event, the PTO Asian Open, and loads more.
Former Colorado Swimmer Sues USA Swimming, Accuses Coach of Years of Sexual Abuse | KRDO

Aug 23, 2023

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in Safety

Sarah Ehekircher, a former Colorado swimmer, is suing USA Swimming and her former certified coach James Scott McFarland for sexual abuse that allegedly occurred more than 30 years ago.

In 1982, at 14 years old, Ehekircher was one of the best breaststroke swimmers in Colorado. To pursue her dreams of swimming in the Olympics, she joined a highly competitive club team — Mission Viejo, now known as Mission Aurora Colorado Swim Team.
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Swimmer Rescued From ‘Treacherous’ Waves at Night as RNLI Issue Stark Warning

Aug 23, 2023

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in Nature, Safety

A swimmer was rescued from the sea in treacherous conditions, prompting the RNLI to issue a serious warning.

The man had got into difficulties and was in distress at high tide in St Ouen’s Bay in Jersey on Sunday at around 9.15pm.

Coastguard Watch Officer, Ford Ramsden, said: “This was a difficult rescue, in the dark, at high tide, with rough sea conditions and waves breaking against the sea wall. We would advise islanders never to go swimming late in the evening, as this endangers not only the swimmers themselves, but also the emergency services who are called out to rescue them.”
Bahamas Win Goodwill Swimming Championship in Kingston | SportsMax TV

Aug 23, 2023

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in Competition

The 27th Goodwill Swimming Championship concluded on Sunday.
The Governor-General’s Bravery Decorations Recognise Everyday Heroes | 7NEWS

Aug 23, 2023

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in Life Saving, Safety

Tonight, 13 Australians are being acknowledged and rewarded for their heroic actions. Peter Moore, is among the recipients and joins us to chat about saving the lives of two swimmers in Perth.
Pedestrian Killed While Walking on Knoxville Sidewalk Was UT Swimming Director’s Son | WATE 6 On Your Side

Aug 23, 2023

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in Organization

The victim, who was hit and killed by a car that ran off the road in Knoxville on Monday, has been identified. Ben Kredich, 24, was struck and killed by an “impaired motorist” Monday in Knoxville while walking near the University of Tennessee campus according to a statement from UT. He is the son of Tennessee Director of Swimming & Diving Matt Kredich. In addition, he had participated in UT FUTURE, a college program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities which allows them to attend UT Knoxville and learn to live independently.
St. Louis Family ‘Swimming Across America’ to Honor Loved One’s Battle With Brain Cancer | Show Me St. Louis

Aug 22, 2023

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in Charity, Organization

The Traube family is swimming in 5 ‘Swim Across America’ races to honor 5 years since losing John C. Traube to brain cancer.
NSW Government and Local Council Debate Over Beach Shark Nets | 7NEWS

Aug 22, 2023

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in Nature

The NSW government and local councils are arguing over the best way to protect swimmers against shark attacks. Controversial shark nets may make a return despite calls from Scientists for more humane technologies.

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Rókur í Jákupsstovu // Production engineer and certified swim coach. Full-time IT guy, spare-time aquatics aficionado. 2 sons, 2 daughters, 1 grandson & a wife. Bureau Member of European Aquatics, liaison to Water Safety, Media & Data Management. Likes to run :-)