Pool Facts, Tips, and Articles for Your Swimming Pleasure

 

Choosing a Swimmable Mermaid Tail - Neoprene Tails
03/11/2010
In my first article of this series I wrote about nylon-spandex (swimsuit fabric) mermaid tails. In this article we will look at buying and owning a neoprene tail - made from wetsuit material. First of all, neoprene is very different from swimsuit fabrics.
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Choosing a Swimmable Mermaid Tail - Spandex Tails
03/10/2010
Ready to buy a mermaid swim tail, but don't know whether to choose a swimsuit fabric tail or a neoprene or silicone rubber tail? This is the first in a series of articles discussing the differences.
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Use Life Vests and Preservers For a Safer Water Experience
03/09/2010
With summer approaching, our minds turn to water-based fun and activities. Remembering to include safety vests and life preservers, or personal flotation devices (PFD), can help keep fun from turning into tragedy.
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Fin Swimming - The "Formula One" of Swimming
03/08/2010
Anyone who was ever witness to a fin swimmer sprint 50 meters gets why fin swimming is dubbed the Formula One of swimming. The speed is undeniably impressive!
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One Weird Old Tip to Get Your Child Swimming
03/03/2010
Teaching a very young child to swim can be extremely challenging. Check out this weird old tip to help build water confidence with your child.
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Caring For Your Mermaid Swimming Tail - Swimsuit Fabric Tails
03/01/2010
Love to mermaid in your mermaid swim tail, but don't know how to care for it? This article gives an easy guide for caring for your swimsuit fabric (spandex) mermaid tail.
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Swimming - Top 5 Things to Avoid!
02/26/2010
Sometimes being told what not to do is far more important than being told what to do. Here are our 5 top tips for what you should not do when swim training.
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Children and Swimming Pools - Simple Safety Rules Means Fun and Relaxation
02/25/2010
This article gives a brief overview of some areas of safety you should consider if children are going to be around a swimming pool. They can be great fun but also of course there are dangers.
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Food, Drinks and Swimming Pools
02/25/2010
Once in a while you and your family (even your friends for that matter) schedule a get together for an afternoon fun at the pool. And what get together isn't complete without a couple of food and drinks?
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Swimming and Its Benefits
02/25/2010
Swimming is one sport that is fun for the fans. Through interaction with thousands of gallons of water, you can get a lot of positive benefits and not only touch the health problems, but also the social sector of your life.
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Swimming Pool Chemicals - Outdoor Pool Chlorine
02/24/2010
Despite their crystal clean appearance, most swimming pools are hiding a dirty secret. When used by various individuals on a daily basis, bacteria can build up in the water and it can be hazardous to humans.
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How to Swim Faster Using a Loser's Guide to Better Swimming
02/23/2010
Swimming is outrageously fun. Powering through the water with effortless speed and rhythm can be a blast. But not everyone wants that.
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Swimming - The Benefits
02/23/2010
Like many people, I learned how to swim during primary school. Other then the initial fear and the odd near drowning experience, I've always enjoyed swimming. My mother even took me to swimming lessons outside school hours, although I never wanted to compete in the sport. But also like many people, swimming wasn't something that I kept up and carried in to later life. But why was this when swimming has so many benefits?
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Why Swimming Won't Help You Lose Weight - And What to Do About It!
02/19/2010
I've swum for years and whilst it's great for fitness I've never really noticed much weight being lost. Here's why and how to ensure that your efforts in the pool translate to reclaimed inches off the waist!
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Swimming - Individual Activities
02/18/2010
Swimming can be done in a myriad of ways: from doggie paddle to butterfly, baby and me to aerobic swim classes, there is truly something for everyone. Read on for some original ideas of things you can do in the pool.
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Trade Associations

Follow the links below for more information and upcoming meetings.

Association of Pool & Spa Professionals

The Association of Pool and Spa Professionals members adhere to a code of ethics in business and technical practices that share a strong commitment to safety, health, and enjoyable use of industry related products.  To visit their Consumer Resources Member Locator engine.

FSPA

The Florida Swimming Pool Association has a wide variety of resources to help you get the most from your FSPA membership.

Broward Chapter:

No Chapter meeting for the month of December

Palm Beach Chapter:

Chapter Meeting & Holiday Happy Hour: Friday, December 4th @
Old Key Lime House, Lantana

Treasure Coast Chapter:

Chapter Meeting & Christmas Party: Wednesday, December 9th 7-9pm @ Mickey Finn's, PSL Blvd

Chapter Meeting: Thursday, January 21, 2010

ASPI

The Associated Swimming Pool Industries of Florida is a local group of swimming pool builders, service companies, wholesale distributers, manufacturers, and other related professionals.

IPSSA

The Independent Pool and Spa Service Association, Inc. exists for the mutual professional benefit and growth of its members and for the continued improvement of the pool and spa industry.