Float on the back for 30 seconds. Learners must adopt a star float or other floating position on the back, whilst moving as little as possible. The importance of this is to show how to survive the initial cold water shock phase of immersion/submersion.

Swim England recognises that some learners may not be able to perform these outcomes identically to what is shown in the video. Swimming teachers have the responsibility to ensure that high standards are maintained. Learners should perform the skill or stroke as close to the intended outcome as their abilities allow.