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{{quote-source|Before a BSA group may engage in swimming activities of any kind, a minimum of one adult leader must complete [[Safe Swim Defense]] training, have a commitment card (No. 34243) with them, and agree to use the eight defenses in this plan.| [[Guide to Safe Scouting]], II. Aquatics Safety}} | {{quote-source|Before a BSA group may engage in swimming activities of any kind, a minimum of one adult leader must complete [[Safe Swim Defense]] training, have a commitment card (No. 34243) with them, and agree to use the eight defenses in this plan.| [[Guide to Safe Scouting]], II. Aquatics Safety}} | ||
| - | While your handbook is your primary resource, the links below can help you learn | + | While your handbook is your primary resource, the links below can help you learn [[Swimming Skills]]. See the [[Swimming Skills#Disclaimers|Disclaimers]]. <span style="border: 2px outset;"><small>►</small></span> Videos show you key skills. |
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==Swimming Strokes== | ==Swimming Strokes== | ||
{{Shortcut|[[Swimming Strokes]]}} | {{Shortcut|[[Swimming Strokes]]}} | ||
| + | :''Again, the only resources recommended by the BSA are those in the BSA materials. See the [[Swimming Skills#Disclaimers|Disclaimers]]. | ||
<span style="border: 2px outset;"><small>►</small></span> [http://www.expertvillage.com/tag/swim.htm Swimming Lesson Videos] - [http://www.expertvillage.com/video-series/9305_swim.htm How to Swim]<br> | <span style="border: 2px outset;"><small>►</small></span> [http://www.expertvillage.com/tag/swim.htm Swimming Lesson Videos] - [http://www.expertvillage.com/video-series/9305_swim.htm How to Swim]<br> | ||
*[[BSA Swim Test]] | *[[BSA Swim Test]] | ||
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* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trudgen Trudgeon] | * [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trudgen Trudgeon] | ||
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==Floating== | ==Floating== | ||
{{Shortcut|[[Floating]]}} | {{Shortcut|[[Floating]]}} | ||
| + | :''Reminder: The only resources recommended by the BSA are those listed in the BSA materials. See the [[Swimming Skills#Disclaimers|Disclaimers]]. | ||
<span style="border: 2px outset;"><small>►</small></span> [http://www.expertvillage.com/video/20142_freestyle-swimming-floating.htm Float] - [http://www.expertvillage.com/video/140156_kids-swimming-lessons-float.htm Teaching kids to float] <br> | <span style="border: 2px outset;"><small>►</small></span> [http://www.expertvillage.com/video/20142_freestyle-swimming-floating.htm Float] - [http://www.expertvillage.com/video/140156_kids-swimming-lessons-float.htm Teaching kids to float] <br> | ||
* Floating: [http://www.qca.org.uk/qca_13718.aspx Floating] - [http://www.qca.org.uk/qca_13770.aspx Flotation 2] - [http://www.qca.org.uk/qca_13822.aspx Flotation 3] | * Floating: [http://www.qca.org.uk/qca_13718.aspx Floating] - [http://www.qca.org.uk/qca_13770.aspx Flotation 2] - [http://www.qca.org.uk/qca_13822.aspx Flotation 3] | ||
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{{quote-source|Properly fitted U.S. Coast Guard-approved personal flotation devices (PFDs) must be worn by all persons engaged in activity on the open water (rowing, canoeing, sailing, boardsailing, motorboating, waterskiing, rafting, tubing, and kayaking). | {{quote-source|Properly fitted U.S. Coast Guard-approved personal flotation devices (PFDs) must be worn by all persons engaged in activity on the open water (rowing, canoeing, sailing, boardsailing, motorboating, waterskiing, rafting, tubing, and kayaking). | ||
| - | Only U.S. Coast Guard-approved equipment (types I, II, or III) is acceptable for use in Scouting aquatics. Ski belts are not acceptable. Scouts and unit leaders should learn which type is appropriate for each specific circumstance and how to wear and check for proper fit.|[http://speakers.scouting.org/healthandsafety/gss/gss02.aspx#f Guide to Safe | + | Only U.S. Coast Guard-approved equipment (types I, II, or III) is acceptable for use in Scouting aquatics. Ski belts are not acceptable. Scouts and unit leaders should learn which type is appropriate for each specific circumstance and how to wear and check for proper fit.|[http://speakers.scouting.org/healthandsafety/gss/gss02.aspx#f Guide to Safe Scouting]}} |
<span style="border: 2px outset;"><small>►</small></span> [http://www.expertvillage.com/video/25736_creeking-equipment-pfd.htm How to Pick a PFD for Canoeing] | <span style="border: 2px outset;"><small>►</small></span> [http://www.expertvillage.com/video/25736_creeking-equipment-pfd.htm How to Pick a PFD for Canoeing] | ||
* [http://www.discoverboating.com/resources/pfd.aspx Types of PFDs] - [http://lifesavingsport.com/wet-clothes/swimming/survival/floating.html PFD HELP and huddle positions] - [http://www.qca.org.uk/qca_13765.aspx HELP position] - [http://www.qca.org.uk/qca_13764.aspx Huddle position] - [http://www.boatingbasicsonline.com/content/general/4_2_a.php Boating Basics: PFDs] - [http://www.uscgboating.org/SAFETY/fedreqs/equ_pfd.htm US Coast Guard Requirements] | * [http://www.discoverboating.com/resources/pfd.aspx Types of PFDs] - [http://lifesavingsport.com/wet-clothes/swimming/survival/floating.html PFD HELP and huddle positions] - [http://www.qca.org.uk/qca_13765.aspx HELP position] - [http://www.qca.org.uk/qca_13764.aspx Huddle position] - [http://www.boatingbasicsonline.com/content/general/4_2_a.php Boating Basics: PFDs] - [http://www.uscgboating.org/SAFETY/fedreqs/equ_pfd.htm US Coast Guard Requirements] | ||
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| - | == Diving== | + | ==Diving== |
{{Shortcut|[[Diving]]}} | {{Shortcut|[[Diving]]}} | ||
| + | :''Again, the only resources recommended by the BSA are those listed in the BSA materials. See the [[Swimming Skills#Disclaimers|Disclaimers]]. | ||
<span style="border: 2px outset;"><small>►</small></span> [http://www.expertvillage.com/video/112483_diving-safety-tips.htm Diving Safety] - | <span style="border: 2px outset;"><small>►</small></span> [http://www.expertvillage.com/video/112483_diving-safety-tips.htm Diving Safety] - | ||
[http://www.expertvillage.com/video/69839_competitive-freestyle-race-starts.htm Racing Dive]<br> | [http://www.expertvillage.com/video/69839_competitive-freestyle-race-starts.htm Racing Dive]<br> | ||
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==Snorkling== | ==Snorkling== | ||
| + | :''Again, the only resources recommended by the BSA are those in the BSA materials. See the [[Swimming Skills#Disclaimers|Disclaimers]]. | ||
{{quote-source|The Snorkeling BSA requirements introduce Scout-age children and adult leaders to the special skills, equipment, and safety precautions associated with snorkeling; encourage the development of aquatics skills that promote fitness and recreation; and provide a foundation for those who later will participate in more advanced underwater activity. | {{quote-source|The Snorkeling BSA requirements introduce Scout-age children and adult leaders to the special skills, equipment, and safety precautions associated with snorkeling; encourage the development of aquatics skills that promote fitness and recreation; and provide a foundation for those who later will participate in more advanced underwater activity. | ||
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== SCUBA== | == SCUBA== | ||
{{Shortcut|[[SCUBA]] - [[Scuba]]}} | {{Shortcut|[[SCUBA]] - [[Scuba]]}} | ||
| + | :''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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==Lifesaving Skills== | ==Lifesaving Skills== | ||
{{Shortcut|[[Lifesaving Skills]]}} | {{Shortcut|[[Lifesaving Skills]]}} | ||
| + | :''Again, the only resources recommended by the BSA are those listed in the BSA materials. See the [[Swimming Skills#Disclaimers|Disclaimers]]. | ||
* [[Lifesaving]] | * [[Lifesaving]] | ||
* [[BSA Lifeguard]] | * [[BSA Lifeguard]] | ||
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* From WebMD: [http://firstaid.webmd.com/drowning-treatment Lifesaving Rescues and First Aid for near drowning] | * From WebMD: [http://firstaid.webmd.com/drowning-treatment Lifesaving Rescues and First Aid for near drowning] | ||
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==Fear of the water== | ==Fear of the water== | ||
| - | {{Shortcut|[[Fear of the water]] - [[Hydrophobia]]}} Many youth and adults have | + | {{Shortcut|[[Fear of the water]] - [[Hydrophobia]]}} Many youth and adults have some fear of the water but when is a fear of the water considered to be the mental disorder Hydrophobia? |
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 of all water. Hydrophobia is a mental disorder, specifically a Specific Phobia Anxiety Disorder. The [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diagnostic_and_Statistical_Manual_of_Mental_Disorders Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)] published by the American Psychiatric Association classifies a [http://psyweb.com/Mdisord/AnxietyDis/specphobia.jsp Specific Phobia] as 300.29. | 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 of all water. Hydrophobia is a mental disorder, specifically a Specific Phobia Anxiety Disorder. The [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diagnostic_and_Statistical_Manual_of_Mental_Disorders Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)] published by the American Psychiatric Association classifies a [http://psyweb.com/Mdisord/AnxietyDis/specphobia.jsp Specific Phobia] as 300.29. | ||
If a Scout is diagnosed with Hydrophobia or other disabilities, his [[Chartered Organization]] notes this on his youth application. The Scouts [[Medical Record]] should reflect any disabilities as well. His [[local council]] reviews his [[Medical Record]], [http://www.ed.gov/parents/needs/speced/iepguide/index.html 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 the First Three Ranks|Alternate Requirements]] for this Scout. See [[Special Needs]] for details. | If a Scout is diagnosed with Hydrophobia or other disabilities, his [[Chartered Organization]] notes this on his youth application. The Scouts [[Medical Record]] should reflect any disabilities as well. His [[local council]] reviews his [[Medical Record]], [http://www.ed.gov/parents/needs/speced/iepguide/index.html 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 the First Three Ranks|Alternate Requirements]] for this Scout. See [[Special Needs]] for details. | ||
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== Related Awards == | == Related Awards == | ||
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==External links== | ==External links== | ||
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==Disclaimers== | ==Disclaimers== | ||
'''Disclaimer''': This information is not intended as a substitute for professional advice or training. | '''Disclaimer''': 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 [http://www.scoutstuff.org/BSASupply/SearchPage.aspx?page=LIST&free_text=Swimming* Swimming] or [http://www.scoutstuff.org/BSASupply/SearchPage.aspx?page=LIST&free_text=Lifesaving* Lifesaving] Merit Badge Books | + | 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 [http://www.scoutstuff.org/BSASupply/SearchPage.aspx?page=LIST&free_text=Swimming* Swimming] or [http://www.scoutstuff.org/BSASupply/SearchPage.aspx?page=LIST&free_text=Lifesaving* Lifesaving] Merit Badge Books or [[Boy Scout Handbook]]. Swimming, Lifesaving, First Aid, and CPR guidelines are constantly being revised. Neither MeritBadge.Org, nor its contributors make any recommendations. |
* MeritBadge.Org [[Disclaimer]] | * MeritBadge.Org [[Disclaimer]] | ||
Revision as of 13:35, May 12, 2009
Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Ventures!
Dozens of video links show you how to do key skills.
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| — Guide to Safe Scouting, II. Aquatics Safety |
While your handbook is your primary resource, the links below can help you learn Swimming Skills. See the Disclaimers. ► Videos show you key skills.
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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► Trudgeon
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
Snorkling
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 Rescue a Conscious Drowning Victim - How to Rescue an Unconscious Drowning Victim - 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 Hydrophobia?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 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 disabilities, his Chartered Organization notes this on his youth application. The Scouts Medical Record should reflect any disabilities as well. His local council reviews his 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 Awards
Aquatic-related awards
See also
External linksDisclaimersDisclaimer: 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. Neither MeritBadge.Org, nor its contributors make any recommendations.
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