Swim Safer Stage 6 Gold
SwimSafer Gold is an advanced swimming program designed to refine stroke technique, develop advanced swimming proficiency, and teach lifesaving and leadership skills. The program builds on the skills and knowledge acquired in the SwimSafer Gold program, emphasizing the importance of water safety and advanced rescue techniques. Participants will learn advanced swimming strokes such as butterfly and sidestroke, refining their stroke technique and developing greater efficiency in the water. The SwimSafer Gold program also focuses on the importance of water survival skills, teaching participants essential techniques to stay afloat and conserve energy in emergency situations.
One of the unique aspects of SwimSafer Gold is its emphasis on lifesaving and leadership skills. Participants will learn advanced rescue techniques and personal survival skills, empowering them to potentially save lives in emergency situations. The program also teaches leadership skills such as teamwork, communication, and decision-making, enabling participants to become effective leaders both in and out of the water. SwimSafer Gold also serves as a progression pathway for those interested in pursuing a career in aquatic safety and lifesaving. Overall, SwimSafer Gold is an excellent program for anyone looking to refine their swimming skills, develop advanced rescue skills, and become a strong leader in and out of the water.
Swim (use standing dive for FR, BR):
Perform the following sequence:
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100m front crawl (within 3:00 min)
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100m breaststroke (within 4:00 min)
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100 m backstroke (within 3:20 min)
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50m survival backstroke
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50m sidestroke
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15m butterfly
Gold Sequence (w/o goggles). Dressed in swimwear, long pants, t-shirt
Perform the following sequence:
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Enter deep water using a compact jump
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Perform a head-first surface dive to a depth of at least 1.8m (and perform ear equalization, if necessary)
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Swim through hoops on pool bottom for 5m and resurface
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Swim 45m quickly using front crawl
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Then, swim slowly for a further 50m using any preferred survival swim stroke
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Then, remove pants in deep water and make a float with it while treading water within 5 min
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Demonstrate Heat Escape Lessening Posture (H.E.L.P.) technique with the self-made float for 1 min
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Then swim 25m with the self-made float and climb out of the water