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International Retreat Transforms Fear into Confidence: Non-Swimmers Become Swimmers in Just Three Days

Cartagena, Colombia August 26, 2025— The recent Back2theWaterTM has been hailed as a resounding success after guiding participants from fear of the water to confident swimming in just three days of intensive instruction.

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Published Sep 15, 2025

Back2thewater 2025 is Looking for Speakers and Sponsors

Calling all experts to build our sistahood! Back2thewater 2025 is seeking speakers and sponsors for a transformative retreat for Black women aged 55+ to address swim disparity. This retreat focuses on overcoming aquaphobia, addressing generational trauma, and promoting emotional wellness through swimming lessons, workshops, and a supportive community.

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Published Dec 21, 2024

Breaking Barriers: Senior Black Women Confront Aquaphobia

For many Black women, swimming isn’t just a skill gap; it’s entangled with deeper cultural and emotional layers. Historical segregation and systemic inequalities limited access to pools and water-based activities for Black communities. Over time, this lack of exposure evolved into a broader reluctance to swim, cemented by myths and inherited fears.

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Published Dec 21, 2024

Back2TheWater Swim Retreat Inspires BIPOC Women 55+ to Transform Their Relationship with Water

In a powerful step towards closing the swim disparity gap in the Black community, a transformative retreat is being planned for 2025, focusing specifically on Black women aged 55 and older. This unique retreat will address the generational trauma, emotional, and mental health challenges that have contributed to the longstanding swim disparity within this demographic, offering a safe space for healing and growth.

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Published Dec 21, 2024

This is more than swimming

Picture yourself feeling at ease in the water, floating effortlessly, and enjoying the freedom it brings.

This is more than swimming—it’s about discovering your strength, conquering challenges, and reconnecting with the water as a source of joy and healing.