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Seen on Scene: At the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson

Celia Shortt Goodyear/Boulder City Review

Swim instructor Samantha Smith works with 7-month-old Stevie Speight on June 17 at Boulder City pool for the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson.

Swim instructor Colleen Fay takes participants through a kicking exercise June 17 at the Boulder City pool for the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson.

Children, swim instructors and lifeguards pack Boulder City pool on June 17 for the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson.

Katie Tyler, left, asks for answers with Alea Lehr, right, during the safety presentation at the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson on June 17 at the Boulder City pool.

By Celia Shortt Goodyear

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