Salem Gymnastics & Swim in Forsyth County is introducing an adaptive swim program to teach children with different needs how to swim in a sensory-friendly way.

Options include pool-based swimming programs, surfing and stand-up paddleboard camps and junior lifeguard programs.

The summer swim season is pretty much over but water safety is a year-round concern for families with children, especially those on the autism spectrum. Doctors say it's important, considering that ...

Ryker Gardner (left), 8, waits as Haylee Turner, 7, jumps in near swim instructor Alexis Fraundorfer during "Learn to Swim" lessons at Prospect Pool on Wednesday morning. Mirror photo by Linden ...