Jacob Siegel
Swim Instructor
Certifications & Organizations
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Certified
- USSSA Fundamental Swim Instructor Certified
- Scuba Certified
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Co-authored Articles (8)
How to Properly Use a Snorkel
Learn how to breathe and swim while wearing a snorkel Snorkeling is a fun and relaxing way to view the colorful and fascinating world just beneath the ocean's surface. Snorkelers use a clear plastic mask and a short tube...
How to
Boogie Board
Boogie boarding is a fun and simple way to enjoy a day at the beach. Boogie boarding, also called bodyboarding, is a form of wave riding that can be practiced as a casual recreational activity or as a serious sport. Choo...
How to
Bodyboard
Some say that bodyboarding is the earliest form of surfing. Most people ride their first wave on an exotic holiday, while the more advanced bodyboarders regard it as a serious sport, in which you treat the wave as a ramp...
How to
Clean Swimming Goggles
When you go swimming, it is important to wear goggles to prevent chlorine and other chemicals from damaging the surface of your eyes. However, the same chemicals that are hard on your eyes can be rough on your swimming g...
How to Stop Goggles from Fogging Up: DIY & Commercial Options
Keep your swimming or lab goggles from fogging up It can be frustrating to deal with constantly foggy goggles when you're trying to work or swim. Luckily, though, there are some simple ways to get rid of the fog quickly....
How to Tread Water Eggbeater Style: With Expert Tips!
Simple steps to learn or teach the eggbeater kickWant to become a strong swimmer in lakes, oceans, or just the deep end of the pool? Treading water is an essential skill to swim in deeper waters, and the eggbeater kick i...
How to
Wear a Nose Clip for Swimming
A nose clip is a simple device that you wear to keep water out of your nose while swimming. The frame is typically made of wire and nylon and is shaped to fit around the bridge of your nose. The padded ends of the clip p...
How to
Wear a Speedo Nose Clip
Nose clips are a very useful tool to have while swimming. Although they were originally designed to help beginners control their breathing, many professional swimmers use them now. Speedo makes clips that are both effect...