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Newcomers and undocumented people get swimming lessons here: 'Once that doubt is gone, it's wonderful'

Newcomers and undocumented people get swimming lessons here: 'Once that doubt is gone, it's wonderful'

The initiative Swimpact offers swimming lessons to newcomers and undocumented individuals at the Marnixbad in Amsterdam. These sessions focus on teaching essential water safety and swimming techniques to help participants overcome their fears and gain confidence.

Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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