Poolside Kicking and Breathing Practice
Students practice kicking action while holding pool edge and coordinate with breathing techniques
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About This Activity
Students practice kicking action while holding pool edge and coordinate with breathing techniques
Quick Info
moderate
16
Swimming pool with accessible edge
Equipment Required
Swimming pool with edge access
1
Swimming Pool
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Suitable Sports
Swimming
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Skill Progression
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Progressive
Engaging
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Kicking
Body Control
Coordination
Values
Discipline
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
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