October 10 - December 05, 2024
PHAFC Canadian Swim Patrol Ranger & Star (Swimmer 8 & 9)
Pender Harbour Aquatic & Fitness Centre (PHAFC) • 13649 Sunshine Coast Highway Madeira Park, BC, Canada V0N 2H0 Organized by SCRD
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Description
Ranger Patrol (Swimmer 8)
Recommended: Completed Rookie Patrol (Swimmer 7)
Ranger Patrol enhances capability in the water including stride entries and underwater, forward and backward somersaults. Swimmers learn lifesaving sport skills with a lifesaving stroke medley, timed object support and a non-contact rescue with a buoyant aid. Eggbeater kick and increased fitness levels are developed to meet a 200m timed swim. First aid focuses on unconscious victims and obstructed airway procedures.
Star Patrol (Swimmer 9)
Recommended: Completed Ranger Patrol (Swimmer 8)
Star Patrol challenges swimmers with a 300m timed swim, 600m workout and a 25m object carry. Strokes are continued to be refined. Lifesaving skills include use of rescue aids, defense methods, victim removals and supporting a victim in shallow water. First aid focuses on treatment.
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Sub-Activities
Age and Gender
Ages 8-12 · Co-Ed
Location
Pender Harbour Aquatic & Fitness Centre (PHAFC)
13649 Sunshine Coast Highway Madeira Park, BC, Canada V0N 2H0