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How to prevent sore, red eyes after swimming lessons
02/09/2023 | Written by Nikos Vasilellis in Water Safety
Swimming and playing in a pool is an Australian pastime, and one of the best ways to exercise while enjoying the warm weather. However, it is common for swimmers to experience sore, red eyes after time in the pool. Red eyes are usually due to irritation caused by the chlorine and chemicals used to keep the water clean. The good news is that the irritation is usually short-lived and not dangerous, but that does not make it any more comfortable.
read moreNereids Partnership with Swimply
02/09/2023 | Written by Brigita in News
We are excited to be announcing a partnership with Swimply! Nereids and swimply are teaming up to help more Sydneysiders learn how to swim.
read moreThe tradition of Christmas swimming in Australia
12/24/2022 | Written by Nikos Kaskaras in Travel
Christmas time is very close and it’s this period we have all been waiting for. Time to relax, to meet with your relatives and close friends, have great fun and…swim. Because the tradition of swimming at Christmas time is alive and kicking!
read moreHow swimming improves mental health
12/20/2022 | Written by Nikos Kaskaras in Adults
The figures are shocking: One in five Australians experience a mental illness symptom each year. Mental health issues cost Australia around 20 billion dollars per year. This is a very serious socio-economical case. Swimming however is an activity that can improve mental health issues. Find out how.
read moreHow to prevent swimming injuries
12/13/2022 | Written by Nikos Kaskaras in Swimming Lesson Tips
Let’s start with the obvious: In all sports activities, there are injuries. Whether you play rugby or golf there will always be a chance that you might experience some form of injury. So what’s the case about swimming and how can we prevent swimming injuries?
read moreHow swimming helps people with OCD
12/08/2022 | Written by Nikos Kaskaras in Special Needs
Did you know that more than 500.000 people in Australia suffer from OCD? What’s more important: Do you know that swimming can drastically help them deal with their issue? Science and real-life prove it.
read moreThe best water sports you can enjoy
11/29/2022 | Written by Nikos Kaskaras in Fun & Games
We all know what the main event of this month is: The most controversial World Cup of all time takes place in Qatar attracting the interest of the vast majority of the global population. Surely enough though, water offers attractive options for sports activities that may not be so popular but they are undoubtedly extremely entertaining and challenging. Let’s take a look at them.
read moreThe best underwater museums for diving
11/23/2022 | Written by Nikos Kaskaras in Travel
It’s been refreshing news: the recent underwater excursion of a group of divers in the majestic Museum of Underwater Art (MOUA) near the Great Barrier Reef was rejuvenating. Not only for the divers themselves but also for all of the swimmers who were reminded of the wonderful underwater experience.
read moreWhy swimming is ideal for tackling back pain
11/14/2022 | Written by Nikos Kaskaras in Adults
Most current jobs today involve sitting for many hours on a chair without body movement. It's no surprise then why so many people have to deal with back pain. What many of them might don't know is that swimming is the ideal activity for tackling back pain.
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