Pacing Practice and Effort Self-Assessment
5-minute practice swim where students test their sustainable pace and self-assess effort level on a 1-10 scale to develop pacing awareness
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About This Activity
5-minute practice swim where students test their sustainable pace and self-assess effort level on a 1-10 scale to develop pacing awareness
Quick Info
moderate
20
25m swimming pool minimum (20m acceptable)
Equipment Required
Lane ropes
Sufficient for 3-6 lanes
Timer or stopwatch
1
Effort scale poster
1 large display
Whistle
1
Pace designation signs
3-6 (Slow, Medium, Fast)
Rope
As needed
Timer
As needed
Era Posters
As needed
Whistles
As needed
League Signs
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Year 5
Year 9
Year 10
Year 6
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Swimming
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Progressive
Engaging
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Perseverance
Responsibility
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Passing
Decision Making
Endurance
Weather
All Weather
Teaching Focus
Self Assessment
Personal Challenge
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