"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." For some, a backyard pool is the ultimate at-home amenity. However, not all pools are created equal.

Many of us have become accustomed to working from home during the pandemic but one North Yorkshire swimming coach has taken things to a whole new level by opening a public swimming pool in her back ...

“Hello, my name is Séamas Ó Snámhaí. I am a member of this fine club and I would like to go for a swim.” “A swim? Well, I would love to help you but I am afraid that is not possible.” “Why not? The ...

This story was originally published on June 27, 2023, and has been updated. Knowing how to swim can help you have fun at the pool or beach this summer. But it could also save your life. According to ...

A school has found a novel way to teach its pupils how to swim. Shirley Warren Primary in Southampton is thought to be the first in Hampshire to rent a pop-up pool which it has been put up on one of ...

Swimming in pools, lakes and the ocean is a great way to beat the summer heat − but not if the water is dirty and can make you sick. Dirty pools commonly lead to urinary tract infections, ear ...