International Swim & Save Program
Drowning is a leading cause of death and a serious public health problem worldwide. According to the International Life Saving Federation, about 1,200,000 people drown each year (i.e., 1 person every 30 seconds). According to the World Health Organization, several initiatives should take place at national and international level to prevent drowning and aquatic related injuries. One such initiative is Leucothea, an online International Swim & Save Program, created to raise swimming, water safety and drowning prevention awareness at no cost for everyone who has access to the internet.
The Origin of the Program’s Name
Originally a mortal named Ino, Leucothea was transformed into a sea goddess and famously saved the hero Odysseus by giving him her magic veil. Known as the "White Goddess," she is the most direct figure associated with rescuing the drowning. Like Leucothea saved Odysseus, this program teaches people to save themselves and others.
Our Modules
18 Modules • Free • Self-Paced Learning
SAFETY
- • Drowning: Prevention, Rescue, Treatment
- • Water Safety in Swimming Pools
- • Water Safety in Waterparks
- • Water Safety at Sea and Inland Water
- • Personal Survival Techniques at Sea
- • Safety in Water Sports
SWIM
- • Baby swimming Awareness for Parents & Teachers
- • Swimming Legends
SAVE
- • Lifesaving Theories and Models
- • Basic Lifesaving Skills Awareness
- • Basic Life Support Awareness
- • Pediatric Basic Life Support Awareness
- • Lifesaving Legends
LIFESAVING SPORT
- • Fair Play Awareness
- • Lifesaving as an Olympic Sport
- • Lifesaving Sport Pool Events Referee Level C
- • Lifesaving Sport Beach Events Referee Level C
- • First Aid Awareness