Disrupting Patterns

A group of mothers tackle their fear of water to prove to their children anything is possible.

The documentary follows Latino families in Oregon who have participated in the Bend Parks and Rec Family Swim Lessons in Spanish. The family swim program was created in 2018 as a collaboration between the BPRD Aquatics team and the Outreach team who focus on reaching historically underserved community members to build trust and awareness of BPRD programs and opportunities.

The film includes interviews with a group of mothers who share how cultural differences and an inherited of fear of the water contributed to their paralyzing insecurities when it comes to swimming. With the support of the Bend Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) staff and their unique swim program’s approach of teaching parents and children simultaneously, each mother gains a life-saving skill by leading by example on how to face your fears.