The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson

Did you know that on Thursday, June 18th, the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson will be trying to break the Guinness World Record for most participants in an event geared toward water safety?  This is the event’s fifth anniversary and it just keeps getting bigger! Instructors and volunteers for this event can proudly call themselves Drowning Prevention Super Heroes and everyone who participates may even be able to call themselves a Guinness World Record Holder! With participants spread not only across the US but the whole world, it is likely you can find a local host facility to join in the fun and be part of a record breaking effort!  In 2014 there were 22 countries supporting the event and over 35 thousand participants. [caption id="attachment_3235" align="aligncenter" width="700"] Source: worldslargestswimminglesson.org[/caption] Swimming is not only fun but it is a lifesaving skill.  One of the leading causes of childhood injury or death is related to water incidents.  Building awareness and educating children about water safety can reduce those numbers.  Prevent drowning and find out how much fun the water can be. Facilities can register as hosts to this epic event until June 5^th with the actual event occurring on June 18^th at 10 AM. For more information, sponsors, and participating facilities visit www.worldslargestswimlesson.org