Project

Goal

I KNOW how to identify risks associated with a fall.
I FEEL that I can control my chances of falling.

Success criteria

-  The student knows how to explain the risks experienced during the exercise;
-  The student regularly applies strategies to avoid possible risks in the event of a fall (e.g.: do not fall backwards, protect the head, bend the legs).

Environment/Space/Equipment

Deep water pool. 12.5 meters space. You can use hoops and noodles

Group management

Practice by pairs. Teacher outside the pool. 

Time/Duration/Schedule

10 minutes. In the lesson end. 

Pre-requisite

Moves autonomously in aquatic environments.

Description

Organized in pairs, one student stands on the edge of the pool and the other is behind him. The one behind him pushes in the direction he wants (puts his hands on the shoulders or back of his colleague) and the student who falls into the water must fall safely, being aware of the risk of falling. He must be able to act quickly, maintaining body control, making a safe entry into the water, returning to the surface and swimming to the edge of the pool.
 
Advices:
Teachers should instruct students on body posture when falling.
-  The student pushing should not apply force, pushing in a gentle and controlled manner, only to indicate the direction.
The teacher should be nearby.

Safety:
•  Pushing should be gentle and controlled.
•  The teacher should be nearby, especially during the first repetitions.
•  A demonstration with the teacher can be done beforehand (as in video).
Encourage students to let you know if they are afraid or uncomfortable before doing it.

Variations and Progressions:
1.  Being pushed with eyes closed;
2.  Pushing without warning;
3.  Jumping in (reacting to the push by jumping);
Using objects in the water (shows the student where they should try to land