Treading Water Endurance Challenge
Progressive treading water practice building endurance and technique for water safety
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Progressive treading water practice building endurance and technique for water safety
Quick Info
moderate
12
Deep water area minimum 8m x 8m
Equipment Required
Swimming pool with deep water access
1
Rescue equipment
Multiple items
Stopwatch or timer
1
Suitable For
Year 9
Suitable Sports
Water Safety
Activity Tags
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Progressive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Indoor Equipment
Safety Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Responsibility
Respect
Activity Type
Warm Up
Skills
Body Control
Coordination
Endurance
Weather
All Weather
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