At age 53, Gwen Tunzini stepped into the small pool at the YMCA for her first swimming lesson. At the same time a bunch of 3- to 5-year-olds gathered for their swim class. Tunzini looked up and ...

This is part of WTOP’s continuing coverage of people making a difference in our community, reported by Stephanie Gaines-Bryant. Read more of that coverage. CLICK PHOTO TO ENLARGE: Peter Lord is among ...

Aside from being good exercise, swimming (like CPR) is a good skill to have in your back pocket. And if the class full of rambunctious kids frolicking in the lane next to us is any indication, ...

“I was afraid of the sea, especially after crossing in a boat to Lesvos. When I arrived here, I learned how to swim, which helps me relieve stress and feel more confident.” For young Fatime, the ...

Overcoming fear is essential to succeed not only in competition but in life according to BYU dive athlete Brooklyn Larson. 20 year old junior Brooklyn Larson recalled a time where she overcame fear ...