Nasim's Story
Originally from Lebanon, Nasim had a near drowning experience while at the beach with his friends. Watch Nasim tell his story and how this experience changed him.
What can we learn from Nasim's story?
#1
Research before you leave home
Don't wait until you get to the beach to see the conditions. Use an app like Beachsafe and research the conditions before you leave home.
#2
Swim between the red & yellow flags
Pick a patrolled beach to swim at and make sure you stay between the red and yellow flags so that Lifesavers can see you and be there to help you.
#3
Observe the conditions
The ocean is a wild and uncontrolled place. It's important to always stop and take the time to observe the conditions before you jump in to make sure that it is safe to do so.
#4
Listen to your gut
It is important to pay attention to your senses. Observe the environment around you and if you have a feeling that is telling you it is not safe to swim, then don't go in.
#5
Feeling scared is normal
Don't feel embarrassed or ashamed to feel scared. Feeling scared is a way for your brain to help you avoid risky and dangerous situations.
#6
Never swim alone
Having friends around us means that if we do get into trouble there is always someone around us to help.
#7
Stay calm
If you do get into trouble in the water stay calm and try to conserve your energy by floating.
#8
Learn to swim & survive
It is never too late to learn to swim and survive. Keep yourself and your family and friends safe by learning the skills to enjoy our beautiful beaches and waterways safely.
#9
Know Your Limit
We all want to have fun and have a good time, but risking our lives and the lives of others is not worth a good time. Be aware of what you can and cannot do and know your limit.
It is never too late to learn to swim and most aquatic centres will run adults swim classes. Nasim searched online and found a local mens swimming group near him called Swim Brothers. Click below to learn more about how you can get involved.
