
Nathalie Pohl and Andy Donaldson Swim Around Ibiza
A World Record and a Powerful Message for Water Safety On October 2, 2025, extreme swimmer Nathalie Pohl and her Scottish teammate Andy Donaldson made history: together, they completed a nonstop re...

RESTUBE and the Swimmable Cities
At the first Swimmable Cities Summit in Rotterdam, over 150 organizations from 30 countries – including us – signed the Charter for clean, safe, and accessible urban waterways. Together, we work to...

From First Strokes to Flow: Your Guide to Freestyle Swimming
Freestyle isn’t just about speed, although it is called the fastest of all the swimming disciplines for a reason. It’s about freedom, flow, and the perfect balance of strength, stamina, and body co...

Back in the Seine – Paris Brings a Century-Old Dream to Life
What once felt impossible is now a Parisian dream come true: after a century of murky waters and missed chances, the Seine is opening up for swimming again – a sparkling oasis in the very heart of ...

Where Adventure Meets Safety: RESTUBE at AREA 47
At AREA 47, the ultimate outdoor playground in Tyrol’s Ötztal Valley, adrenaline is always part of the experience – whether it’s wakeboarding, cliff diving, canyoning, or splashing around in the Wa...

Swimming Season Has Begun – Safety Must Not Be an Afterthought
Temperatures are rising, outdoor pools are filling up, and lakes and rivers are finally welcoming summer again. But with all the joy of swimming, a tragic reality also returns—one that shakes famil...

Your Lifeguard Badge – Step Into the Water with Confidence and Purpose
If you're aiming to earn a lifeguard swimming badge, you're demonstrating not just exceptional swimming skills – but a true sense of responsibility in the water. Curious about what to expect, how t...