A beginner swimmer is comfortable in the water with flotation devices, and is beginning to develop strokes with basic proficiency. Lessons will focus on key fundamentals including comfort, safety, breath control, buoyancy and movement.
Water Comfort & Adjustment
· Enters and exits pool safely
· Comfortable putting face in water
· Comfortable with water over head
· Blows bubbles (mouth/nose)
· Rubs eyes with wet hands without discomfort
Breath Control
· Inhales deeply and holds breath
· Submerges and exhales underwater
· Returns to surface and breathes calmly
Buoyancy Skills
· Floats on front with support
· Floats on back with support
· Recovers from floating to standing
Movement Skills
· Walks in shallow water
· Pushes off wall to glide (front)
· Pushes off wall to glide (back)
· Flutter kicks with support (front)
Arm Movements
· Front arm reach in water (dog paddle)
· Back arm movements (elementary backstroke)
· Pulls and pushes through water with support
Combined Skills
· Combines arm and leg movements (front) for 5m
· Combines arm and leg movements (back) for 5m
· Attempts to roll from front to back
Water Safety Skills
· Listens and follows pool rules
· Recognizes lifeguard/instructor signals
· Can call for help or identify unsafe situations
· Practices safe pool entry/exit independently