We all loved the sun-kissed look of summer skin, but a day in the sunshine requires extra caution to ensure your health and safety. Believe it or not, the energy that comes from the sun is actually a form of radiation. Our atmosphere blocks much of the dangerous radiation, but two types of rays make […]
This summer, many groups will be headed to pools, lakes, and beaches to escape the heat and enjoy some fun. Regardless of whether it’s a church group, summer day camp, or community organization, group outings can be a fun and potentially dangerous scenario, especially when water is involved. While group outings seem like a safer […]
The summer is officially in full swing. With the Fourth of July holiday weekend just days away, now is the perfect opportunity to freshen up on some tips for keeping your children safe during celebrations that take place around water. Inspect Your Safety Fence – With our beautiful, year-round weather, homeowners should inspect safety fences […]
Premier Aquatic Services not only offers swim lessons and lifeguard services, we also train others. Through our swim instructor training programs, participants learn the skills they need to start their careers as a swim instructor. The purpose of our American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety Program is two-fold: To learn how to help others […]
Children fall. Bumps and bruises are simply a part of the childhood experience. However, especially for young athletes, some types of falls and hits can cause a serious condition: a concussion. Concussions aren’t a newly identified condition; we’ve all heard about them for years and years. However, in more recent years, the medical community has […]
As your child progresses through his or her swim lessons, it’s natural to have questions about the skills being taught and why certain techniques seem to be so important. While children are younger, the goals for their swim lessons tend to revolve around learning to be safe in and near the water. When they have […]
With International Water Safety Day being observed across the globe this past Sunday, drowning prevention and water safety continues to be a hot topic of conversation this week. According to InternationalWaterSafetyDay.org, this special observance “is designed to help spread global awareness of the ongoing drowning pandemic, and educate the youth in becoming safer in and […]
At Premier Aquatic Services, everything we do is built around the element of teamwork. Whether it’s performing a rescue or planning our swim curriculum, we believe we are stronger and more efficient when we work together. When new team members join Premier, they quickly learn the importance of their role. After all, every decision they […]
It’s a terrifying thing to think about – your baby falling into the water in the exact moment your attention has been redirected elsewhere. According to the CDC, fatal drowning is the second-leading cause of unintentional injury-related death (behind motor vehicle accidents) for children between the ages of 1 and 14. With statistics such as […]