Advanced 2 Award Level 12
ASA National Swim Awards
Progress from one level to the next is based upon achievement of the skills contained in the appropriate award. Swimmers who do not meet the appropriate standard should repeat the current level.
Advanced 2 Award Level 12 (Coaching)
Skill Development
- A Front Crawl racing start, including the correct response to commands and the transition to the stroke
- A Back Crawl racing start, including the transition to the stroke
- A Breaststroke racing start, including the transition to the stroke
- Swim one length (min 20 metres) combining an alternating arm action and a simultaneous leg kick.
- Swim one length (min 20 metres) combining a simultaneous arm action and an alternating leg kick
Stroke Development
- From a racing start demonstrate an individual medley covering one length on each stroke (min 20 metres on each stroke). Efficient technique must be shown throughout.
- A Back Crawl tumble turn covering a minimum distance of 5 metres before and after the turn.
- Swim 4 x 1 length on Front Crawl or Back Crawl accurately counting the number of single arm strokes for each length. Rest 15-20 seconds between each length.
- Swim 4x1 length on Butterfly or Breaststroke accurately counting the number of strokes for each length. Rest 15-20 seconds between each length.
- Swim 100 metres on own choice of strokes showing a correct start, turn and finish and showing efficient technique throughout
