SWIMMING AND SURVIVAL
Description
It is important to understand the benefits of swimming and where it can you you in life. In this topic we’re going to look at how important it is to stay healthy and active and Swimming and Survival Strokes can help you lead a safe and active lifestyle.
By the end of this module students should be able to:
The benefits of swimming
Swimming and survival strokes
Different aquatic activities
Pathways and opportunities to use your swimming and lifesaving skills.
National Swimming and Water Safety Links
AQUISITION
Swim Continuously for 15 meters (S4)
Swim Continuously for 25 meters (S5)
Swim Continuously for 50 meters (S6)
Australian Curriculum Links
Stage 2 (Grade 3 and 4)
Examine the benefits of physical activity to health and wellbeing (ACPMP046)
Stage 3 (Grade 5 and 6)
Participate in physical activities designed to enhance fitness, and discuss the impact regular participation can have on health and wellbeing (ACPMP064)
New South Wales Syllabus Links
Stage 2 (Grade 3 and 4)
Investigates and participates in physical activities to promote the benefits of physical activity on health and wellbeing PD2-8
Stage 3 (Grade 5 and 6)
Creates and participates in physical activities to promote healthy and active lifestyles PD3-8
