Survival Backstroke Swim #
Introduction #
The Survival Backstroke Swim skill primarily develops Propulsion CompetencyPropulsion CompetencyPropulsion Competency is the knowledge, skill, and experience necessary to travel through the water using the movement of limbs in a controlled and efficient manner. Physical abilities associated with this competency include being able to perform gross and fine motor control patterns necessary to swim using different techniques in more than one body position. Cognitive abilities include determining which body position and technique is best suited for the conditions and circumstances of the task at hand, and an awareness of energy expenditure to regulate pace or speed. and contributes to the development of Breath Control CompetencyBreath Control CompetencyBreath Control Competency is the knowledge, skill, and experience necessary to breathe effectively in a controlled manner without using excessive energy, interfering with other movements, or compromising body position while in the water. Physical abilities associated with this competency include the physical exchange of air and keeping the body in a position at the surface so that the exchange of air can occur. Cognitive abilities include determining when to breathe and when to hold the breath. Affective abilities include responding to stimuli and situations in a calm manner with the face both above and below the surface of the water. . Survival Backstroke (alternatively – elementary backstroke) is a method of traveling through the water in a supineSupineSituated on the back, or dorsal, surface of the body with the face and chest upward. position (i.e., positioned on the back) and is considered a survival strokeSurvival strokeA swim stroke that, for less experienced individuals, can be performed for longer period of times due to less stringent breathing and/or timing patterns and can provide unique vision opportunities relative to another stroke. Breaststroke, sidestroke, and survival backstroke (a.k.a. elementary backstroke) are categorized as “survival strokes”. . It is characterized by the use of symmetrical arm actions and symmetrical leg actions which, when coordinated, alternate between a propulsive phase and a gliding phase. Swimming on the back, in most situations, provides continuous access to air which allows for unrestricted breathing. Survival Backstroke is a low intensity stroke and categorized as a resting strokeResting strokeA swim stroke which provides an opportunity to rest during the glide phase of the stroke cycle. Breaststroke, sidestroke, and survival backstroke (a.k.a. elementary backstroke) are categorized as “resting strokes”. . It is often used when energy conservation and relaxed breathing are desired, but precise directional orientation is not required.
Description #
The Survival Backstroke Swim skill is defined by the following body posturePostureThe particular way the body is held while doing an activity. Mobility specialists define posture as the way you position your body or arrange your limbs, such as “to stand up straight with your shoulders back and your chin up.” , arm formsFormThe visible shape or configuration of something. Mobility specialists define form as an arrangement of the elements in a composition; the way something (or someone) is shaped or arranged. , leg forms, breathing, and timing characteristics and features.
Fundamental Survival Backstroke Swim Description # |
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Body
Arms
Stroke cycle
Legs
Kick cycle
Breathing
Timing
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Assessment #
Scoring #
The following scoring rubricScoring rubricA guide that includes rating scales and descriptions of one or more criteria used to evaluate the performance of a skill. lists the gradients of key requirements and deficiencies that provide an overall description of different competence levels. A single score is assigned based on the instructor’s judgment of the student’s performance.
Survival Backstroke Swim Scoring Rubric # | |
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1 |
Exhibits any of the following: Distance
Body
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2 |
Performs all of the following: Distance
Body
Arms/Legs
Exhibits any of the following: Body
Arms/Stroke
Legs/Kick
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3 |
Performs all of the following: Distance
Body
Arms/Stroke
Legs/Kick
Exhibits any of the following: Arms/Stroke
Legs/Kick
Breathing/Timing
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4 |
Performs all of the following: Distance
Body
Arms/Stroke
Legs/Kick
Breathing/Timing
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5 |
Performs score of 4 plus the following: Body
Arms/Stroke
Legs/Kick
Breathing/Timing
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6 |
Performs score of 5 plus the following: Body
Arms/Stroke
Legs/Kick
Breathing/Timing
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