{"id":4234,"date":"2026-06-10T07:33:17","date_gmt":"2026-06-10T11:33:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nycnewsnetwork.com\/nycpolitics\/?p=4234"},"modified":"2026-06-10T07:34:50","modified_gmt":"2026-06-10T11:34:50","slug":"williams-free-swim-program","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nycnewsnetwork.com\/nycpolitics\/williams-free-swim-program\/","title":{"rendered":"Williams\u2019 Free Swim Program Expands Youth Safety Efforts in Canarsie"},"content":{"rendered":"

Williams\u2019 Free Swim Program promotes youth safety and wellness in Canarsie by offering free swim instruction for local children. The program focuses on water safety education, swimming fundamentals, and healthy activity during the summer months.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Williams\u2019 Free Swim Program Expands Youth Safety Efforts in Canarsie<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Williams\u2019 Free Swim Program is helping strengthen youth safety in Canarsie as Assemblymember Jaime Williams encourages families to enroll children in free swim instruction designed to build water safety skills and promote healthy summer activity.<\/p>\n

The program is administered by the Hebrew Educational Society (H.E.S.) in Canarsie and is available for children ages 5 to 12. It provides structured swimming lessons, safety training, and confidence-building exercises for young participants.<\/p>\n

Per official communications released via NYC Newswire<\/a>, the initiative reflects ongoing efforts to improve youth safety while expanding access to recreational and educational programs for families in Brooklyn.<\/p>\n

Free Swim Program Focuses on Water Safety and Youth Wellness<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Williams emphasized the importance of ensuring children are prepared for safe activity around pools, beaches, and other waterfront environments during the summer season.<\/p>\n

The program is designed to help children:<\/p>\n

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  1. Learn essential swimming fundamentals<\/li>\n
  2. Develop water safety awareness<\/li>\n
  3. Build confidence in aquatic environments<\/li>\n
  4. Maintain physical activity during summer months<\/li>\n
  5. Access structured recreational learning opportunities<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Williams said access to swimming education plays a critical role in reducing water-related risks while supporting healthy childhood development.<\/p>\n

    Williams Highlights Importance of Youth Access to Safety Programs<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    Assemblymember Jaime Williams said the Free Swim Program reflects broader efforts to ensure children across Canarsie have access to opportunities that promote safety, health, and personal development.<\/p>\n

    She emphasized that swimming is both a life-saving skill and a valuable form of exercise that supports long-term wellness.<\/p>\n

    Williams noted that programs like this help ensure children are better prepared for recreational activities during the summer while also building lifelong skills.<\/p>\n

    Community Investment in Canarsie Youth Programs<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    The Learn-to-Swim program is supported through funding provided by Assemblymember Jaime Williams<\/a> and Assemblymember Monique Chandler-Waterman as part of broader efforts to strengthen youth services in Brooklyn communities.<\/p>\n

    The program includes:<\/p>\n