Learn to Swim Stage 10: Stroke mastery and complex technique

Swimmers who successfully complete Stage 10 are equipped to not only be confident in the water but to excel in a wide range of aquatic activities, including competitive swimming.

Introduction: Swim England Learn To Swim Stage 10

In Stage 10, swimmers aim to demonstrate a level of mastery in the front crawl, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly that goes beyond precision and power. Stroke excellence involves not only the mechanics but also style, grace, and efficiency, setting the stage for top-tier performance in the water.

Swimmers delve into in-depth knowledge of complex water hazards, mastering advanced emergency response techniques. They acquire the ability to assess and mitigate risks in diverse aquatic environments, becoming leaders in water safety.

Swimmers also have the opportunity to master complex diving techniques from varying starting positions, showcasing their ability to execute dives with confidence, precision, and safety. These skills not only enhance swimming enjoyment but also open doors to competitive diving and synchronised swimming.

Swimmers in Stage 10 further enhance their endurance, enabling them to take on longer distances and more demanding swimming drills. This extended stamina allows them to engage in extended swimming sessions with ease and efficiency, an essential asset for recreational swimmers and those interested in competing in longer races.

Swimmers further prepare for competitive swimming with a focus on race starts, turns, and race strategies. They gain a deep understanding of competitive swimming rules and dynamics, equipping them for successful participation and performance in competitive swimming events.

Stage 10 participants showcase exceptional underwater skills, demonstrating confidence, control, and precision in navigating underwater distances. These skills are crucial for swimmers who aim to excel in synchronised swimming or other water-based performances.

Learn To Swim Stage 10 Key Outcomes

By completing the Learn to Swim Stage 10 Award, swimmers will be able to:

  1. Complete a set lasting 1600 metres (either 16 x 100 metres, 8 x 200 metres, 4 x 400 metres) on a specific timed turnaround set by the teacher or coach (e.g. 2.30 minutes for 100 metres), focus on stroke technique and consistency.

  2. Swim 1500 metres continuously using one stroke.

  3. Perform a continuous 100 metre individual medley kick (4 x 25 metres) without using a kick board.

  4. Swim a continuous 200 metre individual medley (4 x 50 metres) using recognised turns.

  5. Perform a front crawl relay take over – as an incoming swimmer.

  6. Perform a front crawl relay take over – as an outgoing swimmer.