If deep water sparks panic, you’re not alone—one in five Dutch adults avoid pools altogether. This category offers gentle, therapist-backed aquaphobia exercises for adults that rebuild trust in the water step by step. Read success stories from swimmers who moved from ankle-deep hesitation to joyful laps, explore breathing and mindfulness drills you can practice on land, and learn how our specialized Fear-Free Bootcamp structures progressions in a zero-pressure environment.
Many adults experience anxiety or fear when it comes to water and swimming. If you feel nervous or fearful around water, you’re not alone—especially among expats living in Amsterdam. However, overcoming your fear of water and learning how to swim…
