Curriculum Updates
Which Skill is removed from Beginner 1, and why?
Rollovers with partial submersion turning shoulders, Swimmers should be able to put their face in and blow bubbles prior to beginning rollovers.
What is the S.A.F.E.R Swimmer Promise?
An acronym that represents the skills performed in the SSPT.
What is the Dictionary of Skills and Why's?
A resource that explains the Streamline standard for all of the Skills as well as Why they are done.
Which Skill is moved from B2 to B1, and why?
Front Glides on Shoulders, this skill is helpful in teaching a relaxed body position which is important in developing comfort.
What levels does the S.A.F.E.R. Swimmer Promise take place during?
Beginner 2 through Beginner 4 group classes
Which Skill is now optional in both B3 and B4?
Bobs out and back assisted/independent.
Which Skill is removed in B3, and why?
Front Glide Independent, this skill is mastered in B2.
How does Splash-N-Tell incorporate the SSP?
It helps set the stage for parent education on the SSP, as well as understanding Combination Skills.
What is the difference between a water safe swimmer, and a safer swimmer in water?
Water safe gives false security that a swimmer is safe in and around water no matter the conditions. This is not true for anyone.
What is the new stroke count for both freestyle and backstroke, and why?
New stroke count is 12, swimmers master 6 strokes in B3, it will help swimmers not get caught in B4 for too long.
What is a Combination Skill?
A Skill in which two or more unique skills are performed consecutively.
What is the new Skill added in I1, and why?
Side glides with two floats as an option alongside “on hands”, allows swimmer to be independent while still requiring them to engage their core for proper body position.
Why are Combination Skills important?
It allows the swimmer to feel confident by giving them the ability to use multiple skills that will prepare them to be safe.