Swimming in clothes and self-rescue
Ready when: Water-safety knowledge (b4) done and a competent swimmer.
What the coach teaches
Swimming in clothes, the HELP and huddle positions, survival strokes swum head up and slowly, treading water with palms down, floating for 2 minutes, signalling for help.
At home, safe only
Water-safety knowledge (b4).
Ask the club
Whether a water-safety or lifesaving award is offered.
What you can see from the side
The swimmer stays calm in clothes.
Self-check what the coach confirms
The instructor checks a feet-first entry into deep water, 1 minute afloat on the spot, 50 m and climbing out.
Stop and get a coach when
The child is cold or tired.
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