Fact: Most people’s legs and arms droop down like jellyfish 

Myth: Floating takes work

Fact: Floating is a physics principle, not an activity.  Rubber balls float & rocks sink

Myth: When people are vertical in the water with their head out, they are floating

Fact: This is treading water and it is a pinnacle activity coordinating many different skill sets

Myth: You need to float to be a good swimmer

Fact: Olympic swimmers do not float

Myth: Floating is only a beginner skill not needed for safety 

Fact: Being able to be completely still, physically and mentally, is the key to safety in the water

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