Client Assessment Flashcards

When assessing a front glide, what is the key indicator of good performance?

Answer: A streamlined, horizontal body with face in the water

A horizontal, streamlined position shows good body alignment and buoyancy control.

While assessing a flutter kick, you notice a 'bicycle' motion. What fault does this indicate?

Answer: Driving the kick from the knees instead of the hips

An effective flutter kick originates at the hips with only slight knee bend.

Which observation indicates a correct back float during assessment?

Answer: Ears in the water, hips near the surface, body relaxed

Relaxed posture with ears submerged and hips up keeps the body balanced on the surface.

When assessing rotary breathing in front crawl, what should the instructor look for?

Answer: Turning the head to the side with one goggle staying in the water

Proper rotary breathing rotates the head with the body rather than lifting it.

A student meets most, but not all, exit skills for their current level. What is the best placement decision?

Answer: Keep them at the current level to master the remaining skills

Students progress once they meet all exit criteria, so remaining gaps are addressed first.

Why should assessment results be recorded on a skills checklist?

Answer: To track progress and guide future lesson planning

Documented results show progress over time and help plan targeted instruction.

Which observation shows effective treading water during an assessment?

Answer: Head stays above water with a vertical body and steady sculling and kicking

Effective treading keeps the head up using continuous sculling and kicking in a vertical position.