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Teaching Kids to Swim Before It’s Too Late | Texas News
Kids drowning isn’t just a statistic—it’s a crisis, and the Fort Bend Family YMCA is diving in to fix it. With 18 child drownings last year and 7 already this year, instructor Jeff Ives is teaching toddlers to float, face the water, and trust their buoyancy before they even hit puberty. Start in the tub—no soap, just water play—to break the fear cycle. And yes, many adults can’t swim, so the YMCA’s mission is community-wide: teach kids, empower parents, and keep them practicing—even if they’re on a swim team. Safety isn’t optional; it’s a lifeline. Support the show:Get a discount at…
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