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
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