STAGE 5

By completing the Learn to Swim Stage 5 Award, swimmers will be able to:

  • Perform a flat stationary scull on the back

  • Perform a feet first sculling action for 5 metres in a flat position on the back

  • Perform a sculling sequence with a partner for 30-45 seconds to include a rotation

  • Tread water for 30 seconds

  • Perform three different shaped jumps into deep water

  • Push and glide and swim 10 metres backstroke (performed to Swim England expected standards)

  • Push and glide and swim 10 metres front crawl (performed to Swim England expected standards)

  • Push and glide and swim 10 metres breaststroke (performed to Swim England expected standards)

  • Push and glide and swim 10 metres butterfly (performed to Swim England expected standards)

  • Perform a handstand and hold for a minimum of three seconds

  • Perform a forward somersault

  • Demonstrate an action for getting help