20-Minute Distance Swimming Challenge
Extended distance swimming challenge where students apply pacing strategies over 20 minutes to achieve personal distance targets through smart energy management
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Extended distance swimming challenge where students apply pacing strategies over 20 minutes to achieve personal distance targets through smart energy management
Quick Info
high
20
25m swimming pool minimum (20m acceptable)
Equipment Required
Lane ropes
Sufficient for 4-6 lanes
Large visible timer/pace clock
1
Recording sheets
1 per student (class set of 30)
Whistle
1
Pool buoys or floats
10-15 (optional support)
Emergency rescue equipment
1 rescue pole, 1 throw bag minimum
Rope
As needed
Timer
As needed
Score Sheets
As needed
Whistles
As needed
Pool Buoys
As needed
PE Equipment
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Year 9
Year 10
Year 6
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Swimming
Activity Tags
Skills
Strategy
Passing
Endurance
Space
Indoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Values
Resilience
Teamwork
Perseverance
Features
Progressive
Engaging
Challenging
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Extensive Equipment
Intensity
High Intensity
Weather
Indoor Only
Teaching Focus
Self Assessment
Personal Challenge
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