Swim a distance of 200 metres. Learners should use survival strokes such as long arm front paddle/head up front crawl, head up breaststroke, side stroke and survival backstroke (breaststroke kick on the back, whilst sculling the hands by the sides).
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.
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Water Safety Award 3 Outcome 6
Swim 50 metres using a recognisable stroke to a floating object then stop in deep water and signal for help. The Stroke should be a survival stroke, such as long arm front paddle/head up front crawl, head up breaststroke, sidestroke or survival backstroke; the floating object can be an item such ...
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Water Safety Award 3 Outcome 7
Perform the Heat Escape Lessening Position (HELP) for three minutes with a lifejacket/Personal Floatation Device (PFD). Wearing a lifejacket/Personal Floatation Device (PFD), learners make a tuck shape, bringing the legs together, knees up, and the arms across the chest, floating on the back, PFD...
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Water Safety Award 3 Outcome 8
Perform the huddle position with at least three other participants. This may be completed using floating equipment. The group should rotate and signal for help.
Swim England recognises that some learners may not be able to perform these outcomes identically to what is shown in the video. Swimmin...
