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Kickboard Power Intervals

Swimmers complete timed intervals using kickboards to isolate and develop leg strength, practicing work:rest ratios fundamental to interval training

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About This Activity

Swimmers complete timed intervals using kickboards to isolate and develop leg strength, practicing work:rest ratios fundamental to interval training

Quick Info

high
24
25-metre pool minimum, ideally with lane ropes creating 3-6 lanes

Equipment Required

Kickboards

1 per swimmer (typically 30)

Lane ropes

Sufficient to create 3-6 lanes

Pace clock or large stopwatch

1-2 for whole pool

Whistle

1 for teacher

Rope

As needed

Pace Clock

As needed

Whistles

As needed

Suitable For

Year 8

Suitable Sports

Swimming

Activity Tags

Space

Indoor
Outdoor

Competition

Non-Competitive

Features

Progressive
Engaging
Challenging

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Perseverance
Discipline
Responsibility

Skills

Team Play
Endurance
Strength

Teaching Focus

Progressive Challenge
Self Assessment

Intensity

High Intensity

Weather

All Weather

Activity Type

Fitness Activity