Holly Sanders
Coverage of Holly Sanders in the Nexus archive.
- Keeping an eye on the water, new YMCA technology can help swimmers in distress
The YMCA of Middle Tennessee is implementing the Angel Eye drowning detection system in its 12 indoor pools to alert lifeguards to swimmers in distress. The system uses sensors to detect unusual swimming patterns or incapacitated individuals, sending alerts to lifeguards' watches with the location in the pool. The program, which began as a pilot in late 2025, will be fully rolled out by year-end and is intended to complement, not replace, lifeguards.
- YMCA of Middle Tennessee adds AI drowning detection system to pools: ‘Extra layer of insurance and safety’
The YMCA of Middle Tennessee has become the first in the U.S. to implement the AngelEye AI drowning detection system, which uses motion-activated cameras and underwater sensors to alert lifeguards in real-time. The system aims to enhance safety for all swimmers, including adults, by detecting distress patterns and providing an additional layer of security without altering the swimmer experience.