Swimming Skills and Techniques Flashcards

What types of life-saving equipment should be close to any pool?

Answer: A & B

Explanation: The types of life-saving equipment that should be close to any pool are a shepherd's hook and a life preserver. A shepherd's hook is a long pole with a hook at the end, which can be used to reach and pull someone out of the water in case of an emergency. A life preserver, also known as a lifebuoy or life ring, is a flotation device that can be thrown to someone in distress to help keep them afloat until further assistance arrives. Both of these equipment are essential for ensuring the safety of individuals in and around the pool.

When teaching individuals with disabilities and considering modification you should:

Answer: Try several alternatives

Explanation: When teaching individuals with disabilities and considering modifications, it's essential to try several alternatives. Every individual is unique, so it's essential to explore various teaching methods and accommodations to find what works best for each student.

What is the cause of both knees breaking the surface of the water during the elementary backstroke?

Answer: Bending the legs at the hips (knees don't have to touch each other)

Explanation: During the elementary backstroke, the knees breaking the surface of the water is caused by bending the legs at the hips, not at the knees. It's important to maintain a wider-than-hips distance and keep the knees two fists apart to achieve proper form and efficient propulsion.

If you have a pool, which of these are appropriate barriers and should be in place around the pool?

Answer: All of the above

Explanation: All of the above options are appropriate barriers and should be in place around the pool. A 5-foot-high self-closing and self-latching fence will physically prevent unauthorized access to the pool area. A pool alarm can alert individuals if someone enters the pool without supervision. Locks on doors and windows facing the pool can prevent accidental or unauthorized entry. Exit alarms on doors can notify adults if a child or someone else tries to leave the house and access the pool area. Having all of these barriers in place ensures maximum safety and helps prevent accidents or drownings in the pool.

Teaching head-fist entries from the deck requires a water depth of at least how deep?

Answer: 9 feet

Explanation: Teaching head-fist entries from the deck indeed require a water depth of at least 9 feet.

Which swimming strokes have a glide?

Answer: All of the above.

Explanation: All three swimming strokes mentioned—Breaststroke, Elementary backstroke, and Sidestroke—incorporate a glide phase. During this phase, the swimmer extends their body forward or sideways, allowing them to move through the water with minimal resistance before initiating the next stroke. Gliding helps conserve energy and maintain momentum while swimming.

When demonstrating a skill what is always a must?

Answer: All participants must be able to see

Explanation: When demonstrating a skill, it is essential that all participants can see clearly what is being demonstrated. This ensures that they can observe the correct technique and understand the instructions, leading to effective learning and skill development.

The __________ is the part of the power phase of a swimming stroke in which the hand moves into position to begin to apply effective force.

Answer: catch

Explanation: The catch is the part of the power phase of a swimming stroke where the hand moves into position to begin applying effective force against the water. It's a crucial element in generating propulsion and moving through the water efficiently.

What does WHALE tales stand for and what is the objective of Whales Tales?

Answer: Water Habits Are Learned Early; help children learn safe behaviors in, on, and around the water

Explanation: WHALE Tales stands for Water Habits Are Learned Early. Its objective is to educate children about water safety and promote safe behaviors in, on, and around the water.

What is the most effective way to improve the efficiency of swimming strokes?

Answer: Apply hydrodynamic principles

Explanation: Applying hydrodynamic principles, such as streamlining to eliminate drag, is the most effective way to improve the efficiency of swimming strokes. This involves minimizing resistance in the water to move more efficiently and swiftly through it.

In the flutter kick, where does the leg movement start?

Answer: With the hips

Explanation: In the flutter kick, the leg movement starts with the hips. The hips initiate the movement, which then travels down through the legs, resulting in a continuous, rhythmic kicking motion that propels the swimmer through the water.