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Lifesaving Strokes Endurance Builder

Extended distance swimming using lifesaving backstroke and side stroke to build rescue endurance

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About This Activity

Extended distance swimming using lifesaving backstroke and side stroke to build rescue endurance

Quick Info

moderate
24
25m swimming pool minimum

Equipment Required

Swimming pool with lane ropes

1

Distance markers or flags

4-6

Timing equipment

2-3 stopwatches

Poolside whiteboard

1

Ropes

As needed

Markers

As needed

PE Equipment

As needed

Whiteboards

As needed

Suitable For

Year 9

Suitable Sports

Water Safety

Activity Tags

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor

Features

Inclusive
Engaging
Challenging

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect

Skills

Stamina
Body Control
Endurance

Activity Type

Warm Up

Weather

All Weather