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JES SWIM INSTRUCTOR TRAINING

Unit 1: Program Philosophy and Roles

Unit 2: Requirements and Responsibilities

Unit 3: Program Goals and Standards

Unit 4: Swimming Levels and Safety

Unit 5: Customizing Swim Programs

Unit 6: Program Organization

Unit 7: Communication and Evaluation

Unit 8: 5 Step Approach to Effective Teaching

Unit 9: Swim Instructor Teaching Techniques

Unit 10: Teaching Tips

Unit 11: Interacting with Participants and Personality Types

Unit 12: Equipment, Games, and Songs

Unit 13: In-Service Training

Unit 14: Organizing Swim Lessons

Unit 15: Lesson Planning

Unit 16: Demonstrations, Feedback, Support and Assist Techniques

Appendices

Appendix A - Praesidium's Recommended Child Protection Policies

Appendix B - Sample 8-Day Sessions for Learn-to-Swim Classes

Appendix C - Games and Songs