Last summer, The Hamilton Fish Pool on the LES was the only Manhattan outdoor pool offering the Learn to Swim program for kids. ( Photo: Elijah Hurewitz-Ravitch) Lifeguard Training Rules Revised But Not Soon Enough to Avoid Shortages This Summer The city is taking measures to resolve the ongoing lifeguard shortage, but the latest measures will not be enough to avoid... News 31 May 2024 | 08:05
Too few lifeguards have forced curtailment of youth Learn to Swim programs at most city pools and all adult lap swims have been cut. Hamilton Fish pool (above) boasts the only swimming lesson program for youngsters being offered at any city owned pool in Manhattan this summer. Photo: Elijah Hurewitz-Ravitch Hamilton Fish Pool on LES is Only City Pool in Manhattan Offering Youngsters Swim Lessons New Yorkers looking to cool off in the summer months will be glad to know that 13 of Manhattan’s outdoor pools remain open.... News 14 Jul 2023 | 11:14
