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Alternating Stroke Medley Sets

Progressive medley sets swimming 25m of each stroke in rotation with managed rest periods

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About This Activity

Progressive medley sets swimming 25m of each stroke in rotation with managed rest periods

Quick Info

high
24
25m or 50m swimming pool with minimum 3 lanes, ideally 4-6 lanes

Equipment Required

Lane ropes

Sufficient to create 4-6 lanes

Poolside clock or timing device

1-2 visible from all lanes

Whiteboard or instruction display

1

Water bottles

1 per student (class set of 30)

Fins (optional support equipment)

Class set available if needed

Rope

As needed

Pace Clock

As needed

Whiteboards

As needed

Fins

As needed

Suitable For

Year 7

Suitable Sports

Swimming

Activity Tags

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor

Teaching Focus

Cognitive Challenge
Skill Progression

Skills

Power
Stamina
Speed
Body Control
Endurance

Features

Progressive
Engaging
Challenging

Activity Type

Main Game

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork
Perseverance
Cooperation

Intensity

High Intensity

Weather

All Weather