April 8th Aquatics Requirements & Summer Camp Swim Test Opportunity

When: April 8 – 2pm – 5pm

Where: Springs Complex Pool (971 Tom Hall St, Fort Mill, SC 29715)

Cost: $5 (pay when you arrive at the complex)

Instructor: Russell McHenry (Troop 108 member and Registered Lifeguard)

Additional Info:  Arrive before the start time so we can begin on time.  Bring a towel and goggles (if you used them) and a change of clothes to change into following the event.

Second Class Aquatic Requirements

5a.    Tell what precautions must be taken for a safe swim.

5b.    Demonstrate your ability to pass the BSA beginner test: Jump feet-first into water over your head in depth, level off and swim 25 feet on the surface, stop, turn sharply, resume swimming, then return to your starting place.

5c.     Demonstrate water rescue methods by reaching with your arm or leg, by reaching with a suitable object, and by throwing lines and objects.

5d.    Explain why swimming rescues should not be attempted when a reaching or throwing rescue is possible. Explain why and how a rescue swimmer should avoid contact with the victim.

First Class Aquatic Requirements

6a.    Successfully complete the BSA swimmer test.

6b.    Tell what precautions must be taken for a safe trip afloat.

6c.     Identify the basic parts of a canoe, kayak, or other boat. Identify the parts of a paddle or an oar.

6d.    Describe proper body positioning in a watercraft, depending on the type and size of the vessel. Explain the importance of proper body position in the boat.

6e.    With a helper and a practice victim, show a line rescue both as tender and as rescuer. (The practice victim should be approximately 30 feet from shore in deep water.

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