Active Rest Technique Practice
Students practice three types of active rest techniques during swimming to maintain movement while recovering, learning to rest without stopping completely
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Students practice three types of active rest techniques during swimming to maintain movement while recovering, learning to rest without stopping completely
Quick Info
moderate
20
25m swimming pool (or 20m)
Equipment Required
Lane ropes
Sufficient for 3-6 lanes
Stopwatch or timer
1
Visual aid poster showing rest techniques
1-2
Whistle
1
Rope
As needed
Stopwatch
As needed
Era Posters
As needed
Whistles
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Year 5
Year 9
Year 6
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Swimming
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Skills
Body Control
Coordination
Endurance
Weather
All Weather
Values
Responsibility
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Indoor/Outdoor
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