Level 3: Stroke Development

Purpose:
To build on the skills learned in Level 2 by providing additional guided practice in deeper water

Learning Objectives:
Enter water by jumping from the side
Head first entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions
Bobbing while moving toward safety rotary breathing
Survival float
Back float
Flutter, scissor, dolphin, and breaststroke kicks on front
Front crawl and elementary backstroke
Learn to look carefully before entering the water
Learn to perform simple non-swimming assists
Learn to recognize, prevent, and respond to cold water emergencies

Certification Requirements:
Demonstrate competency in all required skills and activities, including in-water skills.
Successfully complete the following exit skills assessment:
Jump into deep water from the side, swim front crawl for 15 yards, maintain position by treading or floating for 30 seconds, and swim elementary backstroke for 15 yards
Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back
Tread water