Skill Game Water Safety Activities for KS3

Team-based swimming activity combining distance swimming with object retrieval skills

Students practice the complete J-shape tow rescue sequence including water assessment, curved approach from behind casualty, correct towing position, and safe landing procedure

Team relay where each swimmer demonstrates a different lifesaving stroke with emphasis on technique quality over speed

Team relay race combining swimming with surface diving to retrieve objects from pool floor, emphasising technique quality under competitive pressure

Progressive treading water practice building towards 1-minute sustained performance

Team-based game where students demonstrate correct safety signals in response to emergency scenarios whilst treading water

Team-based rotation through multiple water safety skill stations with peer support and assessment