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Clarian Health Sponsors Free Swimming & Safety Program at YMCA
05/27/2009
Swimming is the Second Leading Cause of Death in Children
Outdoor pools are now open and Clarian Health and the YMCA of Greater Indianapolis are encouraging parents, lifeguards and swimmers to educate themselves about water safety. Clarian Health is sponsoring the YMCA Splash Program, a partner of Operation Water Safety, to children ages 6-12 from June 1 through June 5 from 5:15 to 6 p.m. or 6:15 to 7 p.m. at all local YMCA branches.
The Splash program is free to the community and participants will learn how to prevent accidents in pools, at the beach, while boating or around other water environments. Youth are able to attend the program for one day or all week long.
Clarian Health is proud to support the Swimming and Safety Program at the YMCA as part of the ThinkFirst Program. ThinkFirst coordinator Nena Ray says "Use your brain to protect your body… feet first, first time"
Registration is required for the Splash program. Free land presentations are also available for schools and organizations. For more information visit www.indymca.org or call 317-266-9622.
YMCA Splash will be offered at the following locations:
Baxter YMCA, 7900 S. Shelby Street, Indianapolis
317-881-9347
Benjamin Harrison YMCA, 5736 Lee Road, Indianapolis
317-547-9622
Fishers YMCA, 9012 E. 126th Street, Fishers
317-595-9622
Jordan YMCA, 8400 Westfield Blvd., Indianapolis
317-253-3206
Ransburg YMCA, 501 N. Shortridge Road, Indianapolis
317-357-8441
As summer approaches the YMCA offers the following reminders on basic swim safety:
- Parents and everyone around water activities should watch for signs of extended breath-holding practice or contests.
- Never take your eyes off children in the pool – even for a moment!
- While supervising, stay alert and avoid distractions like reading or the telephone.
- Actively supervise your children when they are in, on and around the water.
- Teach children to swim at an early age and educate them early about water safety.
- If a child cannot swim they must stay within arms reach of an adult in the water.
- Instruct children to never run, push or jump on others in and around the pool.
- Double check to make sure children are wearing appropriate personal flotation devices (no water wings or other inflatable devices).
- Appoint a designated water watcher so adults agree who is supervising children in the pool or open water.
- Become certified in infant and child CPR.
YMCA of Greater Indianapolis
The YMCA of Greater Indianapolis serves more than 185,000 people in diverse communities throughout greater Indianapolis. The YMCA brings together young and old, men and women, people of all faiths, backgrounds, and incomes. Last year, YMCA provided nearly $7 million in scholarships, subsidies, and under-written programs and community services in low income neighborhoods. Through 12 branches and in collaboration with more than 200 churches, schools, and other community groups and organizations, the YMCA is also able to extend its program opportunities throughout Central Indiana and into the heart of urban neighborhoods. For more information about YMCA programs and services visit www.indymca.org.
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