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| - | 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. | + | 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. See the [[Guide to Safe Scouting]]. Neither MeritBadge.Org, nor its contributors make any recommendations. |
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Revision as of 15:13, June 1, 2009
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.
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
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 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 Awards
Aquatic-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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