Did you know that swimming was one of the sports chosen for the first modern Olympic games in 1896? The events took place in the Bay of Zea. Hungary won the most golds, taking first in the 100-meter and 1200-meter freestyle. Our Marlins Swim Team offers a year-round USA Swimming and YMCA program for youth swimmers ages 6 years and up. Led by an experienced coaching staff with years of expertise and success, the team offers athletes a fun, exciting, and supportive environment to experience competitive swimming. The team competes in local, and national USA and YMCA meets, with many athletes advancing to top NCAA programs. We're committed to ensuring everyone in our coastal community has the skills and confidence to enjoy the water safely, but we can't do it alone! Our competitive aquatics programs, which keep kids active, teach the value of friendly competition, and promote lifelong healthy habits, are made possible because of your generous contributions. Let's continue to make a difference together! To donate today, please visit: fundraise.givesmart.com/form/5eSfkw?utm_source=embed&utm_medium=page&utm_campaign=donation&vid=1ir3rs #YMCA #YMCAofGreenwich #WaterSafety #AAUSwimming #YouthSwimTeamsGreenwichCT #YouthCompetitiveSwimming #ForYouthDevelopment (fb)

Check out these 8 fun facts about water! Water safety begins with awareness. From ocean waves to lifeguards at the pool, every part of the water has a story. The more you know, the more confident you’ll feel when you jump in. At the YMCA of Greenwich, we're committed to ensuring everyone in our coastal community has the skills and confidence to enjoy the water safely, but we can't do it alone! Youth aquatics programs like Safety Around Water, Swim School, Adaptive Swim Lessons, Non-competitive and Competitive aquatics clubs, and more are made possible because of your generous contributions. Let's continue to make a difference together! To donate today, click the link in our bio under "Support Our Mission." #YMCA #YMCAofGreenwich #WaterSafety #FunFactsFriday #ForYouthDevelopment #ForSocialResponsibility #ForHealthyLiving #ForABetterUs (fb)