Name
Core Skill
This game focuses on building confidence and improving underwater swimming skills, including breath control and comfort with submersion.
Who
Suitable for Level 1 and Level 2 swimmers who are comfortable submerging their heads underwater.
What
Participants will need a few small waterproof toys or objects to serve as “treasures.” These can be placed at the bottom of the pool.
How
Bonus Challenges
To increase difficulty:
- Increase the depth at which treasures are placed.
- Add more obstacles, such as floating rings or hoops that swimmers must swim through to reach the treasures.
- Ask swimmers to perform a specific underwater skill, like swimming a short distance on their back, before retrieving the treasure.
Super Bonus
For an extra challenge, have swimmers perform a quick underwater somersault before surfacing with the treasure.
Difficulties Instructors Might Face
This game is not only fun but also helps swimmers build essential underwater skills in a playful and engaging way.