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NZ Life Jacket Legislation Changes: What You Need to Know
NZ Life Jacket Legislation Changes: What You Need to Know
New Zealand has a new national rule for life jackets on watercraft 6 metres and under. It's important that you know your requirements if you're heading out on a boat,... Read more...
Keeping Kids Safe in the Water: A Guide for NZ Parents
Keeping Kids Safe in the Water: A Guide for NZ Parents
Kiwi kids grow up around water. Beaches, pools, rivers and lakes are part of everyday life here, and that connection to the water is something worth nurturing. Learning to swim,... Read more...
Open Water Swimming in NZ: A Beginner's Guide
Open Water Swimming in NZ: A Beginner's Guide
New Zealand is one of the best places in the world to swim outdoors. Hundreds of beaches, harbours, lakes and rivers sit within easy reach of most of the country,... Read more...
How to Use Swimming Training Aids to Improve Your Technique
How to Use Swimming Training Aids to Improve Your Technique
Walk onto any pool deck at a squad session and you'll see swimmers surrounded by a collection of foam, rubber and plastic that can look bewildering if you haven't used... Read more...
Choosing the Best Swim Bag or Backpack for NZ Swimmers
Choosing the Best Swim Bag or Backpack for NZ Swimmers
Most swimmers don't think much about their swim bag until it lets them down. A zip that breaks mid-season. A soaked change of clothes because wet gear wasn't separated properly.... Read more...
Arena vs TYR Swimwear: Which Brand is Right for You?
Arena vs TYR Swimwear: Which Brand is Right for You?
If you've spent any time shopping for quality swimwear, you've come across Arena and TYR. Both are trusted names in competitive and recreational swimming. Both are worn at Olympic level.... Read more...
Woman in life vest paddleboarding in calm water
NZ Water Safety Code Explained: Five Ways to Survive
New Zealand is one of the most water-connected countries in the world. We live near it, work near it, and spend our weekends in it. It's part of who we... Read more...
How to Choose the Right Swimming Goggles
How to Choose the Right Swimming Goggles
A good pair of goggles can make or break a swim session. Get the right fit and you barely notice them. Get the wrong pair and you'll spend half your... Read more...
Life Jackets & Buoyancy Aids: What's the difference?
Life Jackets & Buoyancy Aids: What's the difference?
You've probably heard the terms "life jacket," "PFD" and "buoyancy aid" used interchangeably, and it's easy to see why. They all do the same basic job of keeping you afloat.... Read more...
Water Safety Tips for Beginner Swimmers
Water Safety Tips for Beginner Swimmers
If you're just dipping your toes into swimming or water activities for the first time, congratulations, you're about to embark on a refreshing journey that can lead to lifelong enjoyment... Read more...