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Overcoming Fear of Swimming and Open Water

https://www.swimwell.com.au/single-post/overcoming-fear-of-swimming-and-open-water

How common is the fear of water?More common than you might think. Statistics, albeit from a decade old Gallup Poll reveal that 46% of adults are afraid in water over their heads in pools, and 64% are afraid of deep Open Water. These statistics may explain why, in terms of population and sport participation, why swimming, and in particular Open Water Swimming, is still in its early stages of development.What causes this fear of water?The most common cause of aquaphobia is a previous negative expe