Swimming and Water Safety


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Discusses the history and techniques of swimming and diving, safety rescue techniques, and skills for a variety of aquatic activities.




American Red Cross Lifeguarding Manual


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As the number of community pools and waterparks grows nationwide, participation in aquatic activities is also growing. Lifeguards must receive proper and effective training, and maintain their skills to ensure their ability to work effective with others as a part of a lifeguard team. This manual will supplement your in-service training to keep your knowledge and skills sharp.




Open Water Lifesaving


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Aquatic Rescue and Safety


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This title provides detailed information on how to identify, treat, and prevent all types of submersion injuries, from drowning, hypothermia, and cramps to injuries of the heart, lungs, head, and spinal cord. Special sections deal with watercraft-related and scuba diving injuries.




Water Safety Instructor Manual


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Lifeguarding Manual


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Open Water Swimming Manual


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Lynne Cox has set open water swimming records across the world, and now she has focused her decades-long experience and expertise into this definitive guide to swimming. Open Water Swimming Manual provides a wealth of knowledge for all swimmers, from seasoned triathletes and expert swimmers to beginners exploring open water swimming for the first time. Cox methodically addresses what is needed to succeed at and enjoy open water swimming, including choosing the right bathing suit and sunscreen; surviving in dangerous weather conditions, currents, and waves; confronting various marine organisms; treating ailments, such as being stung or bitten, and much more. Cox calls upon Navy SEAL training materials and instructors’ knowledge of open water swimming and safety procedures to guide her research. In addition, first-hand anecdotes from SEAL specialists and stories of Cox’s own experiences serve as both warnings and proper practices to adopt. Open Water Swimming Manual is the first manual of its kind to make use of oceanography, marine biology, and to weave in stories about the successes and failures of other athletes, giving us a deeper, broader understanding of this exhilarating and fast growing sport.







Aquatic Fitness Professional Manual


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This book is the definitive resource for individuals preparing for the AEA Aquatic Fitness Professional certification exam.




TEACH CHILDREN TO SWIM FAST


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The purpose of this manual is to introduce an effective method of swim training for young children called FAST, Flotation Aided Swim Training program. FAST is a learn-to-swim program where instructors and parents utilize United States Coast Guard (USCG) approved Type III/V lifejackets. The program will adhere to all AAP and CDC water safety guidelines to prevent any fatal or nonfatal incidents. Priority is given to the child's developmental abilities. Participants will move progressively and developmentally to advanced levels with the assistance of parents and guardians. Linda Bolger, the program developer, has designed this innovative program following many years of successful instructional experience and research.