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Beginning Swimming

Introduces nonswimmers to fundamental water and swimming skills. One and one-half class hours.

Subject Code: PED

Course Number: 105

Credits: 1

Lecture Hours 0.5

Lab Hours: 1

Course Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate different swim strokes that may include: freestyle, backstroke, elementary backstroke, or sidestroke.
2. Identify the key terms for swimming.
3. Identify the key terms for diving.
4. Identify safety steps to take before starting an aquatic activity.
5. Analyze the benefits of daily fitness activity specific to the sport of swimming.

Effective Term: Fall 2025

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