Name
Superhero Glides
Core Skill
Gliding on the front and back
Who
One instructor and one swimmer
What
A superhero toy or picture that floats or can be attached to a float. A superhero figure can also be held in the instructor's hands.
How
The instructor stands in the water near the wall and holds a superhero toy or picture. The swimmer stands on the bench and waits for the instructor to show the superhero. The swimmer then leans into the instructor's support and glides on their front or back, depending on the superhero.
For example, if the instructor shows Superman, the swimmer glides on their front with arms stretched out. If the instructor shows Spider-Man, the swimmer glides on their back with hands and feet moving like a spider crawling up a wall. Have fun with it and try different glides based on different superheroes.
The swimmer returns to the wall and gets ready for the next superhero. Repeat with different superheroes or other characters.
Difficulties Instructors Might Face
- The instructor needs to make sure the swimmer can see the superhero clearly before jumping in.
- The swimmer needs to be comfortable with jumping into the water and gliding on their front and back.
- The swimmer needs to be able to control their speed and direction while gliding.