It’s American Heart Month! Are you taking good care of your ticker, and encouraging your members and visitors to do so, too?

The nonprofit USA Swimming Foundation takes a grassroots approach to growing champion swimmers while encouraging everyone to learn to swim.

We tap data from our Aquatic Trends survey to examine the differences between indoor and outdoor pools when it comes to programming, amenities and more.

A new mini golf course in Door County, Wis., surrounds players with environmental education. 

Playgrounds Encourage Safe Risk-Taking
Playgrounds can encourage kids to stretch beyond their current abilities, helping them to grow physically, cognitively, socially and more—and manufacturers work to ensure those risks aren’t too risky. 
 

Addressing Aquatic Safety
Providing a safe swimming experience requires a layered approach, with lifeguards on the frontline, and audits, careful attention to design and more occurring behind the scenes. 
 

Sports Venue Safety Strategies
From athletic trainers and coaches who keep players safe, to staff and partners who ensure spectators are protected, sports venues must address a wide range of risks.
 

Be Ready for Bad Weather
Sports and recreational activities can put people at risk when the weather turns bad, with lightning and excessive heat representing the biggest dangers.