- All years
Aquatic breathing, rotations
I can perform aquatic breathing by blowing steady bubbles with a straw and use balance and control to perform a range of rotations.
- All years
Aquatic breathing, rotations
I can perform aquatic breathing by blowing steady bubbles with a straw and use balance and control to perform a range of rotations.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Move: aquatic breathing involves blowing bubbles.
- Move: a log roll requires balance and precision and can be used to rotate from front to back and back to front.
- Think: it is important to be able to rotate in water in order to change stroke or direction.
- Feel: determination is required to keep trying to master a challenging skill.
Keywords
Blowing bubbles - created by blowing out through your mouth or nose in a controlled manner
Streamlined - making your body long and straight like a rocket when you swim
Log roll - turning from your front to back or back to front in a streamline position
Common misconception
Pupils think that you need to wear a nose clip to prevent water from going up your nose when swimming or rotating in the water.
Blowing out when performing rolls in the water stops water from going up your nose.
To help you plan your all years physical education lesson on: Aquatic breathing, rotations, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your all years physical education lesson on: Aquatic breathing, rotations, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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Equipment
small ball (tennis), mats, bowls, straws, towel or mop, wet floor caution sign
Content guidance
- Additional qualification required
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
