Aquatic Skill-Efficiency Instruction Versus Classical Learn-to-Swim Instruction in 8-10-Year-Old Novice Swimmers
This randomized study compared two 12-week learn-to-swim instructional approaches in novice children aged 8-10 years. Children were individually allocated in a 1:1 ratio to Aquatic Skill-Efficiency Instruction or a classical learn-to-swim program. Both groups received the same planned instructional exposure of 36 supervised sessions over 12 weeks, delivered three times per week for 90 minutes per session. The programs differed primarily in pedagogical organization rather than lesson frequency or duration. The primary outcome was 25-m front-crawl time. Secondary outcomes included 25-m backstroke time, blinded video-rated front-crawl and backstroke skill, and stroke count. Harms and safety events were monitored throughout the intervention.
Gender: All
Ages: 8 Years - 10 Years
Swimming Skill Acquisition