Lesson 5: Front Crawl
Duration of Days: 1
Lesson Objective
As a result of this lesson students will be able to demonstrate the front crawl with the appropriate movement technique.
What is a streamlined position?
Why is rythmic breathing important?
Why is it important to kick throughout the stroke?
Streamline position
Rythmic Breathing
Flutter Kick
1.12.9 Demonstrates water safety skills. If a pool facility is available demonstrates water safety and basic swimming skills.
2.12.17 Demonstrates knowledge of water safety skills. Demonstrates knowledge of basic swimming skills.
DOK 2: Apply knowledge and skills
Critical Elements:
Flutter kick
Arm action
Rthymic breathing
Streamlined position
Use of Kick boards and floaties
Students will be observed using the critical elements of the front crawl.