Water Safety Signal Practice
Students practice and respond to essential water safety distress signals while treading water
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About This Activity
Students practice and respond to essential water safety distress signals while treading water
Quick Info
moderate
20
Pool area minimum 15m x 10m with adequate depth for treading water (1.8m+ depth zone)
Equipment Required
Swimming pool facility
1
Rescue equipment (pole, tube, rope)
1 set
Whistle for emergency signals
1
Pool pace clock or timer
1
Swimming Pool
As needed
PE Equipment
As needed
Whistles
As needed
Pace Clock
As needed
Suitable For
Year 9
Suitable Sports
Water Safety
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Safety Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Responsibility
Respect
Activity Type
Warm Up
Skills
Body Control
Coordination
Endurance
Weather
All Weather
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