Springboard Diving
LESSON 3
Basic Diving
Class
Date/Time
#Students________
Activity
Location
Equipment Each student needs to be dressed in swimming
attire
Teacher Objective
Teach students how to dive off
of their hurdle.
Student Objectives
Students will be able to demonstrate
the proper technique of a dive.
Instant Activity: Mirror
Mirror
Instuctions to class:
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Complete your approach and hurdle.
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Jump high into the air off your hurdle.
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Stetch arms high above your head and lock them straight and
together.
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Bend at the waist so your head is close to your knees.
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Bring your feet up and kick to the sky.
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When you are perpendicular to the water straighten your body
back out.
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Keep your entire body tight and straight to maintain control.
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Point your toes to reduce splash.
Success Goal:
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Complete 5 successful dives.
Unit Plan
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