Name
One-Liner
Streamline, then switch to Position 11 across the pool. While kicking in Position 11, rotate your palms up and down one hand at a time to the beat of the Macarena song.
Success Criteria
Swimmers successfully complete the challenge when they maintain Position 11 with hands stretched outwards at or above the shoulders while performing the hand rotations in sync with the music for the entire distance.
Failure Criteria
A swimmer fails if they drop their hands below the shoulders, stop kicking, lose the beat, or cannot complete the distance without stopping.
Core Skill
The core skill developed in this game ismaintaining Position 11with hands stretched outwards at the surface or above the shoulders. This exercise enhanceshand coordination, body alignment, and rhythmwhile swimming.
Who
This game is suitable forswimmers of all ages and skill levels. It can be adapted for beginners who are just getting comfortable in the water, as well as more advanced swimmers looking to refine their coordination and rhythm.
What
In “Macarena Position 11,” swimmers perform the first four steps of the Macarena dance while swimming. The key focus is on keeping their hands stretched outwards at the surface or above the shoulders, rotating their palms up and down to the beat of the song. Swimmers can choose to use fins or swim without them, depending on their comfort and skill level. The challenge can be done over a short distance to the instructor or across the entire pool.
How
Difficulties Instructors Might Face
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