SWIMMING-MODULE-1

The Philippines is undergoing a significant educational reform through the K-12 curriculum, necessitating the development of new instructional materials.
Physical Education is a mandated course in tertiary education based on the Philippine Constitution’s promotion of sports and physical fitness.
This module aims to serve as instructional material for PE Instructors and Professors for PE 1 and PE 4 courses.
The Physical Education Department Faculty expresses hope for feedback on the module's enhancement.

Desired Learning Outcomes:
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of swimming.
- Define terminology used in swimming.
- Trace the historical background of swimming.
- Identify different swimming facilities.
Introduction: Swimming is an ancient sport and recreational activity in the Philippines, promoting physical fitness and enjoyment.

Swimming's history dates back to ancient humanity.
Different swimming styles and techniques have evolved, particularly in competitive swimming since the 19th century.
Swimming is an effective exercise beneficial for health, rehabilitation, and can be enjoyed throughout life.

Approach and Hurdle: Steps and jump from the springboard for diving.
Aqua-aerobics: Aerobic exercises in shallow water utilizing buoyancy.
Aquatics: Pertaining to activities performed in water.
Archimedes Principle: The principle explaining buoyancy based on displaced water volume.
Buoyancy: Upward force of water on submerged objects.
Butterfly Stroke: A competitive swim stroke requiring simultaneous arm movements and a dolphin kick.

Additional terms such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), different float positions, glide motion, and swimming strokes like the dolphin, flutter, scissors, and whip kicks.
Introductory definitions for snorkeling, synchronized swimming, and vague background on water skiing.