Programs
8 Free Swim Lessons: Learn to swim with certified instructors in a safe and encouraging environment. 2 Week Program 8 days total Monday thru Thursday.
Lifeguard Certification: Become a certified lifeguard and gain life-saving skills.
- Extension Program: $100 tax deductible donation to TASA for 6 additional swimming lessons.
- Competitive Swim Training: Coaching for athletes looking to improve their swimming technique.
- Water Safety Workshops: Community-based initiatives educating people on water safety.
Did You Know?
64%
40%
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64% of Black/African-American children cannot swim
45% of Hispanic children cannot swim
What We've Found
Here are five current statistics highlighting disparities in swimming proficiency and drowning risks among underserved youth in the United States:
High Risk Among African-American Youth: Approximately 57.5% of African-American children are classified as “at risk” in terms of swimming ability, indicating they are either unable to swim or uncomfortable in deep water.pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Elevated Drowning Rates: African-American children aged 10 to 14 drown at five times the rate of their white counterparts. en.wikipedia.org
Impact of Socioeconomic Status: Children from low-income families are at a higher risk for drowning, with studies indicating that 79% lack proficient swimming skills. accuweather.com
Parental Influence: If a parent or guardian cannot swim, there is only a 13% chance that their child will learn to swim, perpetuating a cycle of limited swimming proficiency in underserved communities. blog.myswimpro.com
Lack of Formal Swim Training: Nearly 55% of American adults have never taken a swim lesson, with 63% of Black adults and 72% of Hispanic adults reporting never having received formal swim instruction. nypost.com
These statistics underscore the critical need for accessible swim education and water safety programs in underserved communities to address these disparities.
