The Foundation Course is divided into 4 full days of training
(or the equivalent)

Days 3 & 4
(previously called Basic Course Part B)
The general objectives are to consolidate knowledge of the Halliwick Concept and to enable  Instructors  to put theory into practice.

Learning Outcomes

• To recall and discuss the Ten Point Programme.

• To have knowledge of the value of games and how to use them to the best advantage.

• To have knowledge of the value of, and how to use, singing and music.

• To have knowledge of the teaching and testing of the Halliwick AST proficiency badges.

• To discuss techniques used when teaching in the pool situation.

• To understand the different aspects of progress, and how this can be enhanced by assessing and recording.

• To discuss the different aspects of competition.

• To have knowledge of the values of groups and grouping and how to use groups to the best advantage.

• To discuss and decide how to group swimmers.

• To plan activities for pool based on the Ten Point Programme and on the Badge Tests.

• To appraise pool work.

For further details, send a stamped addressed envelope to the Course Organiser. Course dates and contact details of Organisers are given on the course dates page.