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Prevention is key as drowning can happen so quickly. Year five and six students have just had two weeks of Sea Safe Sessions delivered by Ryde Beach Lifeguards
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Keith Greenfield and his daughter will be swimming across the Solent to help raise money for people living with motor neurone disease
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The challenge takes place next month in aid of Spinal Research, with a military neurosurgeon and army officer hoping to become the sixth and seventh people to successfully swim 62 miles around the Isle of Wight
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Swimming has been declining nationally (and locally) for a variety of reasons so it's never been more important for children to learn to be safe around water
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Kayakers or canoeists are needed to assist as the first line of safety craft to paddle with the swimmers between Sandown and Shanklin
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Taking place on Saturday, your chance to hear inspirational talks, see stalls, discussion and art with the overriding theme of Swimming and the Sea
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Book now for a day of inspirational talks, stalls, discussion and art with the overriding theme of Swimming and the Sea
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Sea Cafes offer people the opportunity to connect with others living close to them who share a passion and curiosity for the sea
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If you simply leap in, unprepared, you can be put off for life and expose yourself to unnecessary risks, so Swim the Wight are offering acclimatisation sessions for those who are new to cold water swimming
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Last winter, the RNLI saved the lives of five swimmers and helped a further 12 back to safety, so they are sharing details of precautions that cold water swimmers can take to ensure they have an enjoyable and safe time
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If you weren't able to attend the event on Saturday but want to help make a difference, Maria Villa Vine has this advice
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The gathering is still going ahead on the beach from 10am, but caution is advised for those planning to take a dip
