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Aqua Dreams: Surf Inspired Art Show
August 15, 2024 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Explore the many facets of the ocean’s edge and/or the ocean surfing experience.
‘World’s Largest Swimming Lesson’ Happened in Jackson, New Jersey Today
The "World Largest Swimming Lesson" happened in South Jersey today. Hurricane Harbor at Six Flags Great Adventure hosted the 16th annual event — with approximately 150 participants — on Thursday, June 26th, partnering with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Coastal + Northern NJ. Read on for more about this swimming event that happened in Jackson, New Jersey today, and how BBBSCNNJ is working to expand access to aquatics education in partnership with the amusement park.
About the Event
Hurricane Harbor, the waterpark at Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, hosted the 16th annual "World Largest Swimming Lesson" on the morning of Thursday, June 26th. The event kicked off at 9:30AM at Blue Lagoon in Hurricane Harbor, per a press release.
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The Hurricane Harbor staff was joined by approximately 150 participants from waterparks, aquatic centers and swim schools across the country for the event, including those from local non-profit and event partner Big Brothers Big Sisters of Coastal + Northern NJ. Children and their families were invited to enjoy a day at Six Flags and its 50+ attractions after the event. As a partner for the event, BBBSCNNJ is looking to expand access to aquatics education and grow the park’s charitable program.
About Big Brothers Big Sisters of Coastal + Northern New Jersey
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Coastal + Northern New Jersey (BBBSCNNJ) has been established in the Garden State for over 50 years. The organization provides professionally supported, one-to-one mentoring relationships with adult volunteers, and empowers youth to reach their full potential — helping them develop into confident, competent, and compassionate individuals. BBBSCNNJ serves 10 counties across New Jersey, including Bergen, Hunterdon, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Passaic, Somerset, Sussex, and Warren.
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