Swimming pools and water safety

The summer heat hasn’t quite kicked in yet here in Nashville. But the city’s outdoor public pools are opening for the season soon, so we’re diving in!

We discuss the benefits of swimming and access to public pool facilities. What if you still need to learn how to swim? What about lifeguarding? What should you look for if you’re swimming out in nature? We’ve got you covered. And host Khalil Ekulona takes a ride with a member of the city’s swift water rescue team.

Guests:

• Antwan Majors, special programs coordinator for Metro Parks
• Seriol Kumabong, swim instructor
• Ellen Crosby, aquatics coordinator at Centennial Sportsplex
• Laura Franklin, interpretation and recreation manager, Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation

This episode was produced by Steve Haruch.

Related Reading:

• Red Cross: Water Safety