Tumble Turn Swimming Sets
Apply tumble turn technique in continuous swimming sets to develop consistency, confidence, and integration of turns into real swimming contexts
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Apply tumble turn technique in continuous swimming sets to develop consistency, confidence, and integration of turns into real swimming contexts
Quick Info
high
16
25m pool minimum (or 50m pool), multiple lanes for class distribution
Equipment Required
Swimming Pool
Access for class with lane configuration
Lane ropes
As per pool configuration (minimum 3 lanes)
Timing device or poolside clock
1 visible to all students
Whistle
1
Rope
As needed
Timer
As needed
Whistles
As needed
Suitable For
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Swimming
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Skill Progression
Skills
Tactics
Speed
Body Control
Endurance
Features
Progressive
Engaging
Challenging
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Respect
Intensity
High Intensity
Weather
All Weather
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