Description
SWIMMER 7: ROOKIE PATROL
Swimmers continue stroke development with 50 m swims of front crawl, back crawl and
breaststroke. Lifesaving Sport skills include a 25 m obstacle swim and 15 m object carry. First aid
focuses on assessment of conscious victims, contacting EMS and treatment for bleeding. Fitness
improves in 350 m workouts and 100 m timed swims.
SWIMMER 8: RANGER PATROL
Swimmers develop better strokes over 75 m swims of each stroke. They tackle Lifesaving
Sport skills in a lifesaving medley, timed object support and rescue with a buoyant aid.
First aid focuses on assessment of unconscious victims, treatment of victims in shock and
obstructed airway procedures. Skill drills develop a strong lifesaving foundation.
SWIMMER 9: STAR PATROL
Swimmers are challenged with 600 m workouts; 300 m timed swims and a 25 m object
carry. Strokes are refined over 100 m swims. First aid focuses on treatment of bone or joint
injuries and respiratory emergencies including asthma and allergic reactions. Lifesaving
skills include defence methods, victim removals and rolling over and supporting a victim
face up in shallow water.