Swimming Skills
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[[Snorkling]]<br> | [[Snorkling]]<br> | ||
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[[Swimming Turns]]<br> | [[Swimming Turns]]<br> | ||
[[Surface Diving]]<br> | [[Surface Diving]]<br> | ||
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'''[[Lifesaving Skills]]'''<br> | '''[[Lifesaving Skills]]'''<br> | ||
[[Reach, Throw, Row, Go]]<br> | [[Reach, Throw, Row, Go]]<br> | ||
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[[Fear of the Water]] | [[Fear of the Water]] | ||
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:[http://www.scouting.org/healthandsafety/gss/gss02.aspx#l Snorkeling] | :[http://www.scouting.org/healthandsafety/gss/gss02.aspx#l Snorkeling] | ||
:''Again, the only resources recommended by the BSA are those in the BSA materials. See the [[Swimming Skills#Disclaimers|Disclaimers]]. | :''Again, the only resources recommended by the BSA are those in the BSA materials. See the [[Swimming Skills#Disclaimers|Disclaimers]]. | ||
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<span style="border: 2px outset;"><small>►</small></span> [http://www.expertvillage.com/video-series/827_snorkeling.htm Snorkeling]<br> | <span style="border: 2px outset;"><small>►</small></span> [http://www.expertvillage.com/video-series/827_snorkeling.htm Snorkeling]<br> | ||
* [[Snorkeling BSA]] | * [[Snorkeling BSA]] | ||
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== SCUBA== | == SCUBA== | ||
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:[http://www.scouting.org/healthandsafety/gss/gss02.aspx#kk Scuba BSA] - [http://www.scouting.org/healthandsafety/gss/gss02.aspx#k Scuba Policy] | :[http://www.scouting.org/healthandsafety/gss/gss02.aspx#kk Scuba BSA] - [http://www.scouting.org/healthandsafety/gss/gss02.aspx#k Scuba Policy] | ||
:''Again, the only resources recommended by the BSA are those listed in the BSA materials. See the [[Swimming Skills#Disclaimers|Disclaimers]]. | :''Again, the only resources recommended by the BSA are those listed in the BSA materials. See the [[Swimming Skills#Disclaimers|Disclaimers]]. | ||
{{quote-source|Any person possessing, displaying, or using scuba (self-contained underwater breathing apparatus) in connection with any Scouting-related activity must either be currently certified by, or enrolled in a training course authorized by the National Association of Underwater Instructors (NAUI), the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI), or Scuba Schools International (SSI). These agencies are recognized by the Boy Scouts of America for scuba training and instruction. Alternatively, if PADI, NAUI, or SSI training and instruction is not available, certification may be accepted from other agencies that comply with Recreational Scuba Training Council (RSTC) guidelines, provided that such acceptance has been expressly approved by the BSA local council in consultation with the BSA national Health and Safety Service.|[http://speakers.scouting.org/healthandsafety/gss/gss02.aspx#k Guide to Safe Scouting]}} | {{quote-source|Any person possessing, displaying, or using scuba (self-contained underwater breathing apparatus) in connection with any Scouting-related activity must either be currently certified by, or enrolled in a training course authorized by the National Association of Underwater Instructors (NAUI), the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI), or Scuba Schools International (SSI). These agencies are recognized by the Boy Scouts of America for scuba training and instruction. Alternatively, if PADI, NAUI, or SSI training and instruction is not available, certification may be accepted from other agencies that comply with Recreational Scuba Training Council (RSTC) guidelines, provided that such acceptance has been expressly approved by the BSA local council in consultation with the BSA national Health and Safety Service.|[http://speakers.scouting.org/healthandsafety/gss/gss02.aspx#k Guide to Safe Scouting]}} | ||
<span style="border: 2px outset;"><small>►</small></span> [http://www.expertvillage.com/video/1916_scuba-diving-safety.htm SCUBA Diving] | <span style="border: 2px outset;"><small>►</small></span> [http://www.expertvillage.com/video/1916_scuba-diving-safety.htm SCUBA Diving] | ||
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*[[First Aid|First Aid Merit Badge]] | *[[First Aid|First Aid Merit Badge]] | ||
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==See also== | ==See also== | ||
Current revision
Outdoor Skills, Backpacking, Cooking, Navigation, Cycling, and Wilderness Survival Skills.
While your handbook is your primary resource, the links below can help you learn Swimming Skills. See the Disclaimers. ► Videos show you key skills.
ResourcesWhile your handbook is your primary resource, the links below can help you learn Swimming Skills. The only resources recommended by the BSA are those in the BSA materials. See the Disclaimers.
Swimming Strokes
► Swimming Lesson Videos - How to Swim
Backstroke
Elementary Backstroke► Video: Elementary Backstroke Breaststroke
Butterfly
Freestyle
arm action - breathing - Step-by step Instruction SidestrokeTrudgen► Trudgen
Floating
► Float - Teaching kids to float
Survival Floating
Treading Water
Personal Flotation Device
► How to Pick a PFD for Canoeing
Kicks► Flutter Kick (or Freestyle Kick) - Frog Kick (or Breaststroke Kick) - Dolphin Kick (or Butterfly Kick)
Diving
Snorkeling
SCUBA
Swimming Underwater
Swimming Turns► Open Turns - Flip Turns
Surface Diving
Lifesaving Skills
Reach, Throw, Row, Go► Reach, Throw, Row, Go (with animation at the end) - Reach - Throw
How to Swim with an Unconscious Person - How to Use a Tired Swimmer Carry
Fear of the waterMany youth and adults have some fear of the water but when is a fear of the water considered to be the mental disorder requiring that the Scout be considered for Special Needs?Websters Dictionary states that Hydrophobia is "the mortal fear of water" literally being scared to death of water. Hydrophobia is not a fear of swimming but a fear of all water. Hydrophobia is a mental disorder, specifically a Specific Phobia Anxiety Disorder. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) published by the American Psychiatric Association classifies a Specific Phobia as 300.29. If a Scout is diagnosed with Hydrophobia or other physical or mental disabilities, his Chartered Organization notes this on his youth application. The Scout's Medical Record should reflect any disabilities as well. His local council reviews any Medical Record, Individualized Education Program (IEP), and other resources and can certify that the Scout has Special Needs. The Council Advancement Committee can then approve Alternate Requirements for this Scout. See Special Needs for details.
Related AwardsAquatic-related awards
See also
External links
DisclaimersDisclaimer: This information is not intended as a substitute for professional advice or training. Please note that the only Swimming, Lifesaving, First Aid, and CPR materials recommended by the Boy Scouts of America are those found or listed in official BSA materials such as the current Swimming or Lifesaving Merit Badge Books or Boy Scout Handbook. Swimming, Lifesaving, First Aid, and CPR guidelines are constantly being revised. See the Guide to Safe Scouting. Neither MeritBadge.Org, nor its contributors make any recommendations.
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