Brooklyn’s Dominique Jeannot, who has embraced swimming in her Midwood neighborhood, shares her views about what’s best for her community in a city with little access to swim lessons and pool time.

Comments from recent participants in ICW’s Sunday learn-to-swim and community swim sessions at Brooklyn College present a variety of positive experiences.

Hidden behind the imposing facade of Brooklyn’s Philip Howard Apartments complex is one of the city’s best private pools. It’s now serving the Midwood community with free learn-to-swim programs.