Pe04 Module 3

PE004
PHYSICAL
EDUCATION FOR
SURVIVAL AND
SAFETY
Module 3: Water Safety and Swimming
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Module 3
Water Safety and Swimming

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INTRODUCTION
Staying safe in and around the water is no accident—it takes knowledge and forethought.
Whether it is a day at the beach, boating, visiting a waterpark or going to a neighbourhood pool
party, do not let the good times distract your focus. Water safety takes deliberate action. This
unit module topics on Water Safety, Survival and Self Rescue Skills and Classification of
swimming you are to study and accomplish this unit module at your own pace on March 13,
2021- April 8, 2021.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
1. discuss personal safety in swimming;
2. demonstrate dry swimming technique of the competitive stroke;
3. create an infomercial regarding the safety in and on water
PRE- LECTURE
Write words that are
ACTIVITY
related to swimming and a WA
short description in each SAF
word.
SWIMMING
THE IMPORTANCE OF WATER SAFETY
People drown because they have little or no awareness of the dangers of water, misjudge their
own swimming ability or unintentionally fall in.
Drowning is the third most common cause of accidental death in children, so it is vital that
every child has the opportunity to learn survival and self-rescue skills.
Like swimming, water safety knowledge and the skills to survive and self-rescue don’t come
instinctively; they have to be taught.
Pupils should be taught about the dangers they may encounter around water in their home
such as paddling pools and ponds, the swimming pool and at outdoor water locations. Pupils
should be able to assess and apply the principles of water safety in these different water
environments. They should also understand that swimming in open water is very different to
swimming in heated pools and that even strong swimmers can get into difficulties when
swimming in water that is cold, unpredictable and deep.
Different water environments:
Paddling pools and garden ponds
Swimming pools
Beaches
Rivers
Canals
Reservoirs
Lakes
STAYING SAFE AROUND WATER

Stop and Think:
• Water is always moving
• The water is colder than you think
• Edges can be dangerous
• There may be dangers under water
Stay Together:
• Never swim alone - stay close to a friend or family member
• Find a safe place to go - only swim in the sea where there is a lifeguard
• Plan your activity – check weather, tide times, get local
advice and wear the right clothing for your activity
Float:
• If you fall in, float until you feel calm
• Signal for help, raising one hand in the air and shouting for help
• If you can, swim to safety or hold on to something that floats
• Keep warm if you can’t swim to safety, using the Heat
Escape Lessening Position (HELP) or huddle position
Call emergency hotlines:

• If you see someone else in trouble in the water call emergency hotline
near you
• Never enter the water to save others
• Look for something you can throw to help them
float like a life ring or even a football could help
• Keep watch until help arrives
Recognise the hazards

Swimming pools Sea and coastal areas Inland water sites
Slippery surfaces Waves and tides Speed of the water
Different depths Sudden depth changes Debris and pollution
Steps/hoists Hidden hazards- rocks, Hidden hazards- weeds,

stones, debris rocks, debris
Trip hazards Cold water Dangerous banks
Other swimmers Offshore winds Canal locks, weirs
Additional considerations
It is important to consider the following when swimming outside:
• Always look for guidance and warning signs

• Swim parallel with the shore line and in standing depth of water
• Avoid drifting in the current
• Get out as soon as you start to feel cold
• Wash hands and face in fresh clean water and if
possible, take a shower straight afterwards
Beaches
When at the beach, children should adhere to the

following water safety guidance:
• Only swim at lifeguarded beaches

• Learn the meaning of different coloured beach flags
• Read safety signs
• Check tide times to avoid being cut off by incoming tides
Falling into or swimming in cold water makes it more

difficult to swim, breathe and stay alert
COLD WATER SHOCK
Falling into or swimming in cold water makes it more

difficult to swim, breathe and stay alert
The first reactions are:

• Gasping for breath
• Heart rate will increase and become very fast
Followed by:
• The muscles in the arms and legs start to get cold
• Lose coordination of the arms and legs
• Lose the ability to swim
SURVIVAL AND SELF RESCUE SKILLS

Flotation
Floating uses the natural buoyancy of the body to hold a

stationary or near stationary position, whilst maintaining a
clear airway and minimising energy loss.
If a child unintentionally falls into the water or finds
themselves in difficulty, they should float on their back until
they catch their breath and decide what to do next.
Shouting, waving, signalling, treading water and swimming
are all options that should be considered.
Treading water
Treading water is used to maintain a
clear airway. This allows time to
consider options, look around, and
then signal or shout to attract the
attention of potential rescuers.
Signal for help

If a person is in trouble in the water, once they have calmed down and assessed the
situation they should consider signalling for help. To do this they should raise one hand
in the air while treading water and shout “HELP!” It is important only one hand is
raised in the air as it uses a large amount of energy to do so, especially if clothed. In
wavy conditions care should be taken not to inhale water while shouting, the arm
should be lowered if it makes it difficult to maintain an airway and priority given to
remaining at the surface of the water.
Heat Escape Lessening Position (HELP)

Using the Heat Escape Lessening Position (HELP) reduces heat loss in
cold water. Wearing a buoyancy aid or holding a buoyant object
such as a float, the swimmer should draw their knees up to their
chest, hugging them close to their body with both arms. The head
should stay clear of the water and legs should stay together to retain
heat.
Huddle Position
If a group of people are together in the water they can huddle
together to conserve body heat, support each other and provide a
larger target for rescuers. Using floating objects (noodles or
floats) swimmers should make a tight circle and hold the floating
object. Heads should be clear of the water and one swimmer
should raise an arm and shout for help.
Conserving energy
Personal survival stroke is an important skill to
preserve energy and body heat while moving
efficiently to safety or a buoyancy aid. It is
important the arms remain underneath the
water, especially if clothed, as this is easier
than being above the water and will help to
safe energy.
WHAT TO DO IF OTHERS GET INTO DIFFICULTIES

•Raise the alarm. Emergency Hotlines, The caller will be asked to give their location and explain
what has happened.
•Shout and signal to attract others to help and let the person in the water know they have been
seen.
•Try throwing something that floats and they can hold onto while they wait for help.
•Give clear instruction e.g. ‘kick your legs’ and ‘swim towards me’.
•Use hand signals and a loud voice to help guide the person to safety.
•Keep watching and calling to encourage them to swim to safety.
Swim Group comment:
“It is important to remember that meeting the minimum national curriculum requirements for swimming and water safety
does not guarantee the safety of a child when in, on, or near water.
Education and professional learning should be on-going, and all those responsible for young people should take every
opportunity to explain the dangers of water and provide on-going opportunities to develop and improve swimming, survival
and self-rescue skills.
Although not in the national curriculum for Key Stages 3, 4 or 5, the recommendation from the Swim Group is that by Key
Stage 5, every young person should be able to swim 400m competently. They should also know, and understand, the
individual peculiarities and characteristics of inland and coastal water so they can make informed decisions about enjoying
the water safely and responsibly.”
PERSONAL WATER SAFETY
People are terrestrial being they do not belong in the water. Their physical makeup: posture,
body temperature, breathing apparatus, shape and arrangement of arms and legs, specific gravity,
functions, and everything is different from aquatic mammal. But man's curiosity and dominant
will and marvelously adaptable brain and physical structure they learn to adapt themselves in the
water and also prompted them to develop forms of locomotion suited to their needs in the new
environment. They have found comfort, relaxation, and enjoyment in the water. They also learn
through experience that there are definite limitations or dangers they might encounter in the
aquatic environment. Man is one of the few animals-if not the only mammal- that must learn
how to swim.
Drowning is suffocation in the water. When the water closes over the mouth and nose and person
is in such a position or condition that they cannot surface to breathe, drowning occurs. Learning
how to swim, knowing when and where to swim, and being prepared for the hazards or dangers
of the aquatic environment will equip a person with the major defenses against drowning and
will enhance enjoyment of the aquatic environment.
In personal safety the first rule is to learn how to swim and to swim well.
Personal Safety:
1. Learn to swim well enough to survive in an emergency;
2. Never swim alone and swim only with a buddy who has the ability to help when necessary;
3. Swim only in a supervised area;
4. Follow the rules set up for particular pool, beach or waterfront;
5. Learn the simple and safe reaching rescues: 6. Know how to administer artificial respiration:
7. Know your limitations and do not overestimate to your ability;
8. Stay out of water when overheated or overtired;
9. Stay out of water during the electrical storms;
10. Dive only to known waters of sufficient depth;
11. Do not substitute inflated tubes, air mattresses, or other artificial supports for swimming
ability;
12. Always swim a safe distance away from a diving boards and platforms;
13. Avoid long periods of immersion and overexposure to the sun;
14. Take instructions under qualified instructor(s) before participating in any aquatic sports, such
as skin and scuba diving and water skiing;
15. Call for HELP only when really need it;
16. REMEMBER that a non-swimmer should never attempt a swimming rescue. A swimmer
untrained in lifesaving should swim to a victim in trouble only as a last resort and only when all
suggested safe rescue methods cannot be used. If it is necessary to risk swimming to a victim, the
rescuer should take a towel, a shirt, or any buoyant object to extend to the victim(s).
SWIMMING
An action consists of repeating a specific body motion or stroke involving all major body parts
for swimmers to move on the surface of water.
Swimming became organized as an amateur sport in the late 19th century in several countries.
The English are considered the first modem society to develop swimming as a sport. By 1837,
when modern competitive swimming began in London, several indoor pools already existed. Its
popularity increased with the development and improvement of the swimming pool, and
swimming was part of the first modern Olympic Games (1896).
Although people have swum since ancient times, swimming strokes have been greatly refined in
the past 100 years.
The earliest form of swimming stroke is the "human crawl" or human stroke or known as the dog
paddle. From this stroke evolve other strokes namely:
1. Side stroke
2. Side over-arm
3. Trudgen
As swimming competition increased, the swimming stroke becomes more developed and that
greater distance, could be covered in a shorter time
Classification of Swimming Strokes:

1. Competitive strokes
2. Survival/Resting strokes
Currently the strokes for competitive swimming are the American or Australian Crawl known as:
1. Freestyle
2. Back stroke
3. Breast stroke
4. Butterfly
Survival/Resting Strokes:
1. Elementary Backstroke
2. Side Stroke
3. Trudgen Stroke
THE FOUR COMPETITIVE SWIMMING STROKES:

1. Freestyle
Of all the swimming strokes, the crawl/freestyle is the most popular, the fastest, most efficient
stroke and beginners find it the easiest to learn. The technique involved in this swimming stroke
is pretty simple. Swimmers float on their belly in the water, and propel themselves by rotating
the arms in a windmill motion, and kicking the legs in a fluttering motion. The difficult part of
this swimming technique is the coordination of the breathing while performing the strokes, since
the face remains in the water all the time.
In the freestyle (crawl), one of the swimmer's arms moves through the air, the hand turning palm
downward ready to catch the water, elbow relaxed, as the other arm pulls under the water. The
legs move in what has evolved in recent years as the flutter kick, an alternating up-and-down
movement from the hips, legs relaxed, toes pointed, feet turned inward. Four to eight kick
strokes per single arm movement are used. Proper breathing is very important in this stroke. One
full breath can be taken in each arm cycle, with the swimmer inhaling through the mouth by
turning the head to the side as the arm passes, then exhaling underwater as the arm comes
forward again.
The Crawl/Freestyle Swimming Technique:

The Arm Strokes
 The arms should be moved alternatively, in a rotating windmill type of motion.
 In order to swim in a straight line, each arm should be extended to full reach and pulled
with equal through the water.
 When under the water, the arms should be move form an 'S' pattern.
 During recovery, while the hands should be cupped, the hand and the wrist should be
relaxed.
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The Leg Movements
• The legs are kicked alternatively, in a fluttering motion.
 The knees should be bent slightly.
 The ankles and feet should be relaxed.
 For maximum propulsion, the downward kicking. motion should be emphasized.
How to Breathe
• The stroke is begun by raising one arm, and as the shoulder is raised, the head should be
turned to the side to take a breath.
• The head should be turned just enough so that the nose comes off the water in order to
breathe.
• The head should not be lifted off the water since that slows down the speed of the
propulsion.
• Take a single deep breath, or several breaths, as required, and then turn the head back
into the water and exhale through the mouth and nose.
• Coordinating with the stroke of the other arm, turn the head to the opposite side, and
repeat the same process.
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2. The breaststroke
The Breaststroke is the oldest known swimming stroke. It is one of four strokes used in
competitive swimming, but it is also very popular for leisure swimming he head can be kept up
and out of the water, ion and breathing easy. The swimmer can rest because the head making
vision a momentarily between strokes.
In this stroke, the arms and legs move symmetrically. In the glide, the body is flat, prone and
streamlined with legs together and extended. Arms are extended in front of the head. Keep the
palms down 6 to 8 below the surface of the water. The head is in positioned with the water hair
line. Keep the back straight and the body near horizontal, with hips and legs just below the
surface.
In the glide position, the hands are slightly angled downward at 45 degrees to the surface of the
water. With the arms straight, press the palms directly out until hands are spread wider than the
shoulders. From this position, bend elbows and sweep out the hands downward and outward until
they pass under the elbows with the forearms vertical.
NOTE: The elbows should be higher than the hands and lower than the shoulders. Elbows should
also point outward not backward and should not pass back beyond shoulders.
Then bring hands together in a "praying fashion and extend both hands up past chin to full
extension with palms facing down.
Figure 2 – Breaststroke
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The Breaststroke Swimming Technique
• The Arm Strokes
• The arms should be kept overhead when starting the stroke.
• Then, the arms should be brought towards the chest, pulling on the water. The hands
should be kept cupped.
• Take the arms back to the starting position.
The Leg Movements
• The knees should be brought up to the chest.
• Then the legs should be thrust straight and backwards.
• The legs should be snapped together in order to push the water as well as propelling you
forward, akin to & frog kick.
How to Breathe
• A breath should be taken each time an arm-stroke is made.
3. Butterfly
In the variation of the breaststroke known as the butterfly, both arms are brought forward
together over the water and then brought backward simultaneously. The movement of the arms is
continuous and is accompanied by undulating movement of the hips. The leg kick, called dolphin
kick, is a whip-like downward motion of the separated feet.
Similar to the breaststroke, the butterfly is also difficult swimming technique, and not advocated
for a difficult swimming technique, and not advocate for beginning learners, since it involves a
fair amount of strength as well as precise timing. While performing this stroke, the legs should
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be moved together akin to the movements of a dolphin's tail, the arms should also be moved
together, pushing the water downwards and then backwards, while the torso moves forward in an
undulating manner.
The Butterfly Swimming Technique

The Arm Strokes
• The arms should be moved together, pulling through the water, while the hands are kept
cupped.
• The palms should be faced outwards and pressed m a downward as well as outward
movement.
• The stroke is completed by swinging the arms forward in a sweeping movement while
they are above the water.
The Leg Movements
• The knees should be should be kept together and slightly bent.
• Then the knees should be straightened, making a downward thrusting movement, while
the feet are whipped downwards.
• For each arm stroke two kicking movements should be performed.
How to Breathe
• A breath should be taken at the culmination of each stroke of the arms.
4. Backstroke
The backstroke is essentially the crawl stroke in its reverse form with the swimmer's head back
turned to the water. Alternately, one arm is lifted, palm facing outward, from the leg and is
brought up behind the head while the other arm pulls the body through the water. A flutter kick
is used.
Backstroke
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The backstroke is similar to the crawl, except that the swimmer floats on their back in the water.
The arms are moved in a similar alternating windmill motion, and the legs a kicked in a similarly
fluttering motion.
The two basic techniques of a correct backstroke are:1. That the arms are moved with equal
force, for swimmers swimming off towards one side;
2. That the body should be rolled from one side to the other and the arms should be extended to
their utmost reach, for swimmers to propel forward.
The Backstroke Swimming Technique
The Arm Strokes
• The arms should be moved alternatively, in windmill pattern of movement, as they are
rotated.
• The hands should be cupped, and when it comes out of the water, the thumb should be
come out first.
• When under the water, the arms should be moved to form an 'S' pattern.
The Leg Movements
• Like in the crawl, the legs are kicked in a fluttering motion, alternatively.
• The knees are bent slightly.
• The ankles and feet should be relaxed.
• However, unlike the crawl, for maximum propulsion, the upward kicking motion should
be emphasized.
How to Breathe
• The head should be kept facing up.
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• Since the head is out of the water all the time, the breathing need not be as coordinated
with the strokes of the arms or legs compared to other swimming strokes. Hence, you can
devise a pattern of breathing that you find most comfortable.
OTHER SWIMMING STROKES (Survival/Resting Strokes):

1. Side stroke
The safety stroke all lifeguards must master but also offers recreational swimmers more variety
in underwater movement and for survival and rescue.
The sidestroke is a swimming stroke, wherein the swimmer lies on one side. It is helpful as a
lifesaving technique and is often used for long-distance swimming. The sidestroke allows the
swimmer great endurance. Instead of working both arms and legs simultaneously but differently.
A swimmer tired of exercising one side can just turn over and use the other, the char helping the
limbs recover.
To start with, the swimmer may lie on the right stretching the right arm out as far as possible the
feet, keeping the fingers of the right hand quite straight and the hand itself held edgewise, so as
to cut the like a dorsal fin. The left hand is placed across the chest, its back against the right
breast.
The legs make a scissor kick, in which the legs a held straight out, knees unbent, and swung back
and forth in opposite directions (out of phase). The lower leg does greater share of the work.
Before its impetus is quite expended, the right an comes round in a broad sweep, until the palm
of the right hand almost touches the right thigh. At the same moment the left hand makes a
similar sweep, but is carried backwards as far as it can go. This completes one cycle of the
stroke, which is then repeated.
2. The Trudgen
A combination of side and free-style swimming stroke for survival swimming. It is a swimming
stroke known as the racing stroke or the East Indian stroke. It is named after the English
swimmer John Trudgen (1852-1902)
One swims mostly upon one side, making an overhand movement, lifting the arms alternately out
of the water. When the left arm is above the head, the legs spread apart for a kick; as the left arm
comes down the legs extend and are then brought together with a sharp scissor kick: The right
arm is now brought forward over the water, and as it comes down the left arm is extended again.
The scissors kick comes every second stroke; it involves spreading the legs, then bringing them
together with a sudden “snap” movement.
The swimmer's face is underwater most of the time;
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The only chance to breathe is when the hand is coming as the elbow passes the face. This stroke
has been developed into front crawl.
3. Elementary Backstroke
The elementary backstroke is a swim stroke that expends minimal energy with simple arm and
leg movements. The backstroke doesn’t require any complicated breathing technique since the
swimmers head never goes underwater. Sometimes used as a recovery or rescue stroke, the
elementary backstroke is often considered one of the most relaxing swimming stroke.
While floating on your back, raise your arms and then squeeze them down for a relaxing glide.
Letter A - Figure 5 - Elementary Backstroke
Letter B - Figure 6 - Backstroke
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Aerial View of Elementary Backstroke
Steps:
✓ Float on your back, with your arms and legs at your side.
✓ Draw your knees up toward your chest. At the same time, draw your arms up along your sides,
bending them at the elbows so that your hands are almost in your armpit.
✓ Kick your legs out and apart, then quickly squeeze them together. They should end up straight,
with your toes pointed.
✓ Extend your arms like an airplane, and then squeeze them down against your sides.
✓ Coordinate your arms and legs so that both go up, out and together all at the same time. The
result should be a burst of motion through the water.
✓ Glide and repeat.
SAFE AND BEST TIME FOR SWIMMING:

1. Favorable weather
Good swimming weather tends to fall on days that feature sunshine and air
temperatures reaching into at least the 70s. This is when weather starts getting warm enough for
most people to get into the pool.
2. Swimming in the morning
If you're a morning person, sunrise swims and early-morning dips can be just the boost you need
to start your day. Consider some benefits of swimming in the morning.
 It is peaceful: Morning swims usually mean little to no crowds at a public pool or beach,

which makes it an excellent time to get an undisturbed workout in or to watch the sunrise
from the water.
 There is a lower risk for sun
 urn: Anytime the sun is out, you're at risk for sunburn. That said, the sun's rays do not
peak until 10 a.m., so early-morning swims are an excellent way to minimize your
chances of getting burned. Remember to wear a broad-spectrum, high-SPF sunscreen,
even in the morning.
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 It can make you feel energized: If you're looking for a mental boost, morning might be
the best time to swim. An invigorating morning swim can make you feel more alert,
increase your overall energy and help you stay focused throughout the day.
 You can complete your daily workout early: If swimming is part of your training or
exercise routine, getting it done early in the morning minimizes unexpected interruptions
sabotaging your daily workout. It also frees up your evening for other things, like getting
work done or spending time with family.
3. Swimming in the afternoon
The afternoon is one of the most popular times to swim because the water is warm and most
people have finished work or school for the day. Some advantages of afternoon swimming are as
follows.
 The water is warmer: By the afternoon, outdoor water has had more time to warm in the
sun, making it more comfortable to swim. Make sure the water isn't too hot, or you
risk dehydration and early exhaustion.
 It can relieve stress: Many believe the afternoon is the best time for swimming because,
after a day of work or school, a refreshing swim can be a great way to unwind, relieve
stress and prepare yourself for the latter half of the day.
 Lifeguards are on duty: Most public pools and beaches staff lifeguards during the late
morning through the late afternoon, when the water is busiest. Swimming in an area
protected with a lifeguard can offer you peace of mind and is especially helpful if you're a
beginner or swimming with children.
4. After digestion has taken place for at least 1 hours

If you swim after eating, you could develop cramps and risk drowning.
5. Clear water, bottom transparent
It is indication that the water is safe and free from contamination.
6. with lifeguard
Lifeguard towers on the beach will have flags that indicate hazards in the water. You need to be
aware that even on a good day, there can be some hazards, but a green flag will indicate low
hazards. You still need to be in the water with young children and keep an eye open. There will
still be waves that might knock young children over, so stay right with your children - if they get
knocked over and you are on shore, by the time you get to them, it might be too late
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When the water is rough, but not life threatening, you will see yellow flags. The water might be
too rough for young children.
A red flag indicates the water is hazardous, and swimming could be life threatening. You can
still go swimming, but you should be a very strong swimmer. Two red flags indicate the water is
closed.
Blue and purple flags indicate there are hazards in the water such as jellyfish. If the water isn't
closed, you should keep a very close eye out for hazards in the water.
7. Never swim alone
The reason we never swim alone is that we might drown and no one would be there to go for
help.
Final Examination
TEST 1
Direction: Create a 3 minutes infomercial regarding the safety in and on water.
TEST 2
Direction: Choose 1 swimming stroke and demonstrate the steps and breathing
techniques in a dry swimming
 Please be guided with rubrics presented below.
 Video record yourself while doing the activities.
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Infomercial Performance Rubric
Name: ___________________ Teacher:
Date : ___________________ Title of Work: ___________________
Criteria Points
1 2 3 4
Student explained
Student had a nice all steps and how
Student explained explanation of Student explained to get product and
product or "how to" product or "how everything well kept audience
Communication
vaguely but to" but audience but explanation engaged. Student ____
of Ideas
explanation was not was left lacked charisma had great
clear. underwhelmed or and creativity. charisma and
confused. creativity within
explanation.
Presentation was
Presentation was Presentation was
Presentation was good. Student only
sloppy and thrown great! Overall the
nice. Student was dropped the ball
together. Student was presentation was
missing 1 of the 3 on the
missing 2 or more of well prepared and
Preparedness important presentation ____
the 3 important rehearsed.
components: Visual occasionally but
components: Visual Student had
Aid, Costume, or overall
Aid, Costume, or excellent
memorization. presentation was
Memorization. components.
well prepared.
Student was too

Student was too
quiet for some Student was
quiet for most
Student was too quiet portions but only always heard and
Volume portions and had to ____
to be heard. had to be asked to never had to be
be asked to speak
speak up once or asked to speak up.
up 2-3 times.
twice.
Energy Student had no energy Student had some Student had Student had ____
and put no energy into energy but seemed energy most of excellent positive
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to be lacking energy the time but lost
energy throughout
performance. more often than energy at certain
the performance.
not. points.
Performance was Performance was Performance was Performance was

Overall ____
lacking OK good outstanding.
Total----> ____
Learning References:
What's the best time of day to go swimming? (n.d.). Swimwear & Tech Suits | All American
Swim. https://allamericanswim.com/best-time-of-day-to-go-swimming
What's the best time of day to go swimming? (n.d.). Swimwear & Tech Suits | All American
Swim. https://allamericanswim.com/best-time-of-day-to-go-swimming
Swimming and Water Survival 2011 Leo Bustria, M.S., CRIS
www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-curriculum-in-england-primary-curriculum
www.swimming.org/schools.
https://nationalwatersafety.wordpress.com/category/waid/
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Module 3: Water Safety and Swimming

Water Safety and Swimming

STAYING SAFE AROUND WATER

Call emergency hotlines:

Recognise the hazards

Slippery surfaces Waves and tides Speed of the water

Different depths Sudden depth changes Debris and pollution

Steps/hoists Hidden hazards- rocks, Hidden hazards- weeds,

Trip hazards Cold water Dangerous banks

Other swimmers Offshore winds Canal locks, weirs

• Always look for guidance and warning signs

When at the beach, children should adhere to the

• Only swim at lifeguarded beaches

Falling into or swimming in cold water makes it more

COLD WATER SHOCK

Falling into or swimming in cold water makes it more

The first reactions are:

SURVIVAL AND SELF RESCUE SKILLS

Floating uses the natural buoyancy of the body to hold a

Signal for help

Heat Escape Lessening Position (HELP)

WHAT TO DO IF OTHERS GET INTO DIFFICULTIES

Swim Group comment:

Classification of Swimming Strokes:

THE FOUR COMPETITIVE SWIMMING STROKES:

The Crawl/Freestyle Swimming Technique:

The Butterfly Swimming Technique

OTHER SWIMMING STROKES (Survival/Resting Strokes):

Letter B - Figure 6 - Backstroke

✓ Glide and repeat.

SAFE AND BEST TIME FOR SWIMMING:

 It is peaceful: Morning swims usually mean little to no crowds at a public pool or beach,

3. Swimming in the afternoon

4. After digestion has taken place for at least 1 hours

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