What do Stage 1 swimmers learn?

What do Stage 1 swimmers learn?

Stage 1: Developing basic safety awareness, the ‘class’ scenario, basic movement skills and water confidence skills. Stage 2: Developing safe entries to the water, including jumping in, basic floating, travel and rotation unaided to regain upright positions. Swimmers may use aids, e.g. arm bands, floats etc.

What should a beginner swimmer learn?

How to Teach Beginner Swim Lessons

1. Set up your equipment before class.
2. Introduce the swimmers to the water.
3. Show them how to blow bubbles, then turn their head to the side.
4. Use the kickboard to show the students how to float on their stomachs and on their backs.

What should I expect from my child’s first swim lesson?

Safety is always top priority at EVO, so the first few lessons will focus on holding their breath, finding the steps or edge of the pool, and getting in and out safely. Once they learn the basics, we’ll move on to other techniques. You’ll be surprised how quickly your child progresses to be an independent swimmer!

What is a Level 1 swimmer?

Able to swim the length of the pool without stopping, demonstrates proficient front and back stroke skills, interested in learning additional strokes. Level 1 is entry level. You are in Level 2 – Fundamental Aquatic Skills if you can: Enter and exit the water without assistance. Walk, move along the gutter or swim.

What do you have to do to pass Level 1 swimming?

By completing the Learn to Swim Stage 1 Award, swimmers will be able to:

1. Enter the water safely.
2. Move forward for a distance of 5 metres, feet may be on or off the floor.
3. Move backwards for a distance of 5 metres, feet may be on or off the floor.
4. Move sideways for a distance of 5 metres, feet may be on or off the floor.

How do I teach myself to swim?

Read on for seven simple tips on how to learn swimming as an adult.

1. #1 – Start In The Shallow End Of The Pool.
2. #2 – Buy Goggles.
3. #3 – Spend Plenty Of Time In The Water.
4. #4 – Get Comfortable Having Your Face In The Water.
5. #5 – Learn The Individual Mechanics Of Freestyle.
6. #6 – Consider Using Fins.

Can I learn swimming on my own?

It is possible to learn to swim by yourself. The shallow end of a swimming pool is a good place to learn to swim by yourself. Swimming involves breathing, kicking with your legs and stroking with your arms. Once you understand how to propel yourself across the top of the water, you can practice and learn other strokes.

What level should a 6 year old be in swimming?

Level 4 & 5 – usually 6 – 12 yrs old Swim a “good” freestyle with side breathing a full lap (2 lengths) without stopping.

At what age should a child know how do you swim?

Swimming Lessons for Kids Developmentally, most children are ready for formal swim lessons when they are about 4 years old. 2 By this age, most children can coordinate their movements in order to swim strokes and kick their feet, which are the key skills needed for successful swimming.

What is the best age for a child to start swimming lessons?

about 4 years old
Developmentally, most children are ready for formal swim lessons when they are about 4 years old. 2 By this age, most children can coordinate their movements in order to swim strokes and kick their feet, which are the key skills needed for successful swimming.

What happens in first swimming lesson?

You won’t be expected to just know the strokes associated with swimming – your instructor will explain them to you and show you how to move your arms and legs. Usually you’ll practise aspects of each stroke at the side of the pool or with a flotation board first, before putting it all together.

Do you have to teach swimming in Key Stage 1?

Swimming teachers are in the perfect position to support schools to fulfill their statutory obligation to teach swimming and water safety to all pupils during Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2. The national curriculum sets out three outcomes which all pupils must be able to demonstrate they can meet before they leave Year 6.

What are the swimming requirements for primary schools?

All primary schools must provide swimming and water safety lessons in either Key Stage 1 or 2. Each pupil is required to be able to do the following: Perform safe self-rescue in different water based situations Swim competently, confidently and proficiently over a distance of at least 25 metres

What to use in Stage 1 of Swim England?

Swimmers may use flotation equipment, such as armbands and floats, throughout this stage. Click or tap play on the video below to view a summary of Swim England Learn to Swim Stage 1.

How is swimming included in the National Curriculum?

Swimming is the only sport to be included within the national curriculum physical education programme of study. All primary schools must provide swimming and water safety lessons in either Key Stage 1 or 2. Each pupil is required to be able to do the following: Perform safe self-rescue in different water based situations.