Pool Entry and Kickboard Challenge
Safe pool entry practice followed by kickboard swimming with timed challenge
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Safe pool entry practice followed by kickboard swimming with timed challenge
Quick Info
moderate
15
Teaching pool area 10m x 15m
Equipment Required
Kickboards
1 per student
Stopwatch
1
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Swimming
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Activity Type
Warm Up
Skills
Body Control
Coordination
Endurance
Weather
All Weather
Values
Responsibility
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Indoor/Outdoor
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