Early swimmer- Age 5+ (can already swim 5m+)
Stage 3
By completing this Award, without floatation equipment or support, you will be able to: J
ump in from poolside and submerge.
Sink, push away from wall and maintain a streamlined position.
Push and glide on the front with arms extended and log roll onto the back.
Push and glide on the back with arms extended and log roll onto the front.
Travel 5 metres on the front, perform a tuck to rotate onto the back and return on the back.
Fully submerge to pick up an object.
Correctly identify three of the four key water safety messages.
Push and glide and travel 10 metres on the back.
Push and glide and travel 10 metres on the front.
Perform a tuck float and hold for three seconds.
Exit the water without using steps.
*The four key water safety messages include: 1. Always swim in a safe place. 2. Always swim with an adult. 3. If you fall in, float, breathe, relax. 4. If someone else in trouble, call 999/112.