Swim then Coach – Peer Coaching Challenge for Levels 3 & 4

Name

One-Liner

Swimmers perform a technical swimming activity, then immediately coach the next swimmer through the same task.

Success Criteria

Each swimmer correctly executes the assigned activity and provides at least one piece of constructive feedback to a peer.

Failure Criteria

A swimmer cannot complete the activity sequence or refuses to give any feedback to another swimmer.

Core Skill

Who

This challenge is tailored for swimmers at levels 3, 4, and those in developmental swim teams, aiming to enhance their technical execution and peer coaching skills.

What

Swimmers take turns performing a technical swimming activity and then coaching the next swimmer through the same activity.

How

Difficulties Instructors Might Face

Participants may encounter challenges with memorizing the sequence, executing the technical aspects of the swim and flip turn, and providing constructive feedback if they are inexperienced in coaching. Instructors should be prepared to offer prompts and model effective coaching language.