A Stroke in the Right Direction

Beale, Angela

doi:10.1080/07303084.2016.1156991

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“…Aquatic activity is a setting where young adults of varying abilities can gain more knowledge and experience as active participants in aquatics. Popular recreational activities that youth participate are kayaking, snorkeling, water aerobics, and water sports (Beale, 2016). Quality instruction in aquatic activities can potentially lead to increased value and favorable perception of water safety and participation in aquatic activities among college students.…”

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“…Being active and doing regular bodily exercises can prevent major chronic diseases such as heart problems, diabetes, high blood pressure, back pain, osteoporosis, joint pains, obesity, and other diseases, (Huang, T., el., 2003). According to Beale (2016), aquatic knowledge and skills not only improve an individual's physical fitness but forms a framework for a generation of physical activity and wellness. Support for participation in aquatic physical activities among adults as well as children can decrease drowning rates, improve cardio-respiratory and muscular fitness, and improve mental health and psychological security (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2008;Beale, 2012;Beale & Lynn, 2011).…”

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Perceptions and Motivation toward Water Safety and Aquatic Activities in College Students

Olaves¹,

Aly²,

Allen³

et al. 2019

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As individuals reach adulthood there is a substantial reduction of participation in physical activities. Quality instruction in various physical activities, more specifically aquatics, are beneficial to an individual's health and career. This current study examined college student's perceptions and motivations towards the impact of aquatic instruction and water safety skills. Participants included 265 college students between the ages of 19 and 30 years old (n = 147 males, n = 118 females), enrolled in aquatic-related courses at two Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Researchers used a mixed-method approach where the findings indicated that 72% of the participants reported the ability to swim, tread water, and float, 78% would enroll in additional aquatic classes, and 82% are willing to learn to swim. Quality aquatic instruction given at HBCUs can help the process of closing the gap of disparities among African Americans and their involvement in aquatics.

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Perceptions and Motivation toward Water Safety and Aquatic Activities in College Students

Olaves¹,

Aly²,

Allen³

et al. 2019

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“I’m Not Scared Anymore”: Impact of an Out-of-School Swimming Program on Children and Youth From an Underserved Community

Susnara

Curtner‐Smith

Wind

2022

Journal of Teaching in Physical Education

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Purpose: To examine the impact of an out-of-school swimming program on children and youth from one underserved community. Method: Participants were 200 children and youth who attended the out-of-school swimming program during two consecutive summers. The theoretical framework employed drew from previous research on socialization. A mixed-methods design involved participants’ aquatic skill and knowledge of water safety being assessed at the beginning and end of each summer. These data were examined through descriptive and inferential statistical procedures. Qualitative methods employed were nonparticipant observation, informal interviews, and focus groups. Standard interpretive methods were employed to analyze the data these techniques yielded. Findings: Participants improved their aquatic skill and knowledge of water safety. They moved from being concerned for their safety to being confident in their aquatic ability and knowledge. The key socialization agents responsible for this shift were the instructors. Conclusion: The study suggests that an out-of-school swimming program taught by well-trained instructors can be effective.

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A Stroke in the Right Direction

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Perceptions and Motivation toward Water Safety and Aquatic Activities in College Students

Perceptions and Motivation toward Water Safety and Aquatic Activities in College Students

“I’m Not Scared Anymore”: Impact of an Out-of-School Swimming Program on Children and Youth From an Underserved Community

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