Why Aquatics?

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Aquatic facilities provide far more than recreation—they support physical health, mental wellness, water safety, and community connection for residents of all ages.

The Health Benefits of Swimming and Water Exercise

Swimming and water-based exercise offer numerous physical and mental health benefits and are an excellent way for people of all ages and abilities to stay active.

Water-based exercise can improve cardiovascular fitness, strength, flexibility, and overall health while placing less stress on joints and muscles than many land-based activities.
People with arthritis can improve joint function and reduce pain through aquatic exercise without worsening symptoms.
Swimming and aquatic exercise can help reduce anxiety, improve mood, and decrease symptoms of depression.
Parents of children with developmental disabilities report that recreational activities such as swimming help strengthen family connections.
Water-based exercise can improve quality of life, reduce disability among older adults, and help maintain bone health.

Learning to Swim Saves Lives

Swimming is more than recreation—it is an essential life skill.

Drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1–4 in the United States.
For children ages 5–14, drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional injury death, behind motor vehicle crashes.
The CDC estimates approximately 4,000 fatal unintentional drownings and 8,000 nonfatal drownings occur in the United States each year.
Formal swimming lessons can significantly reduce the risk of drowning among children and young adults.

Whether or not your family regularly visits a pool, learning to swim is a critical safety skill that can save lives.

Aquatics are for Everyone

Young Children

Children can begin participating in parent-child swim programs before they can walk. These classes promote water safety, confidence, and family bonding while introducing foundational swimming skills.

Families

Swimming provides opportunities for healthy recreation, social interaction, and quality time together.

Adults

Water exercise offers a low-impact way to stay active, improve fitness, and support overall wellness.

Older Adults

Aquatic exercise can improve mobility, balance, strength, and quality of life while reducing the impact on joints.

A community aquatic facility is an investment in health, safety, recreation, and quality of life for residents of all ages.

Source: US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention