Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Health-Promoting Swimming. Basics and Didactics of Water Recreation
Course Code
LSPA_416
Branch of Science
Health sciences; Sport Pedagogy
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Public Health; Rehabilitation; Sports Trainer
LQF
Level 6
Study Type And Form
Full-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Jeļena Solovjova
Structure Unit Manager
Diāna Laipniece
Structural Unit
Latvian Academy of Sport Education (LASE)
Contacts
LSPA, Brīvības gatve 333, Riga, LV-1006
About Study Course
Objective
To promote the development of students' professional competence in the organization and management of swimming teaching and learning, taking into account the individual capabilities of the students and their compliance with the achievable learning outcome, as well as to enable students to acquire theoretical knowledge and practical skills in swimming. To promote the acquisition of knowledge and skills on compiling special therapeutic exercise programs in water according to age and physical conditions, determining the level of functional abilities, accuracy of exercise performance, and compensation mechanism. To provide an opportunity to learn about body release techniques in water, types of relaxed swimming, and economical breathing during swimming.
Preliminary Knowledge
Prerequisites based on theoretical and practical knowledge in sports theory, anatomy, dynamic anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics. Ability to swim.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Methodically properly organise swimming teaching classes for people of different contingent, ages and preparedness.
Individual work and tests
Methods of teaching swimming to people of different ages and levels of fitness • Principles of using swimming load for people of different ages and fitness levels. • Swimming activities in water for people of different ages and fitness levels with musculoskeletal and respiratory problems.
2.Analyse the effects of exercise in water on the human body. Methods for the development and improvement of physical properties in water.
Individual work and tests
Principles of using swimming load for people of different ages and fitness levels. • Methods of teaching swimming to people of different ages and levels of fitness • Swimming activities in water for people of different ages and fitness levels with musculoskeletal and respiratory problems.
Skills
1.Formulate and analyse principles for the use of aquatic exercise.
Individual work and tests
Principles of using swimming load for people of different ages and fitness levels. • Swimming activities in water for people of different ages and fitness levels with musculoskeletal and respiratory problems.
2.Understand contact, professional ethics by applying special exercises to a person.
Individual work and tests
Principles of using swimming load for people of different ages and fitness levels. • Swimming activities in water for people of different ages and fitness levels with musculoskeletal and respiratory problems.
3.Adapt specific exercises, to improve the range of movement, to economize movement, to improve the functioning of the respiratory and cardiovascular systems.
Individual work and tests
Swimming activities in water for people of different ages and fitness levels with musculoskeletal and respiratory problems. • Principles of using swimming load for people of different ages and fitness levels.
Competences
1.Demonstrate knowledge of gymnastics and its place in the rehabilitation process.
2.Demonstrate knowledge in the implementation of a therapeutic exercise programme for people with various functional disabilities.
3.Implement the principles of exercise for the implementation of rehabilitation objectives, tailored to the individual needs of patients.
4.Will be able to select appropriate exercises to improve the functioning of the cardiovascular system; respiratory system; support-motion system.
Assessment
Individual work
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Title
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% from total grade
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Grade
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1.
Methods of teaching swimming to people of different ages and levels of fitness |
30.00% from total grade
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Test
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Presentation: Basic swimming exercises for people of different ages and fitness levels. |
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2.
Principles of using swimming load for people of different ages and fitness levels. |
40.00% from total grade
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Test
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Report: Development and improvement of physical characteristics in water for people of different ages and preparedness. |
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Examination
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Title
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% from total grade
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Grade
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1.
Swimming activities in water for people of different ages and fitness levels with musculoskeletal and respiratory problems. |
30.00% from total grade
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10 points
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Presentation defense. Swimming activities in water for people of different ages and fitness levels with musculoskeletal and respiratory problems. |
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 3
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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The basics of teaching swimming to children and adults.
Description
Basic swimming teaching exercises with an accent on equilibrium in water skills, breathing characteristics in and handling water. |
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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The basics of teaching swimming to children and adults.
Description
Basic swimming teaching exercises with an accent on equilibrium in water skills, breathing characteristics in and handling water. |
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Methods for developing and improving physical properties in water.
Description
Learning exercises and routines in water to improve strength, endurance, and agility skills for people of different ages and fitness levels. |
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Methods for developing and improving physical properties in water.
Description
Learning exercises and routines in water to improve strength, endurance, and agility skills for people of different ages and fitness levels. |
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Methods for developing and improving physical properties in water.
Description
Learning exercises and routines in water to improve strength, endurance, and agility skills for people of different ages and fitness levels. |
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Content, methods and means of aquatic exercises for people with musculoskeletal and respiratory problems.
Description
Selection of methods and means for various degrees of scoliosis, injuries and respiratory system disorders. |
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Content, methods and means of aquatic exercises for people with musculoskeletal and respiratory problems.
Description
Selection of methods and means for various degrees of scoliosis, injuries and respiratory system disorders. |
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Content, methods and means of aquatic exercises for people with musculoskeletal and respiratory problems.
Description
Selection of methods and means for various degrees of scoliosis, injuries and respiratory system disorders. |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Pool
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2
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Topics
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The basics of teaching swimming to children and adults.
Description
Basic swimming teaching exercises with an accent on equilibrium in water skills, breathing characteristics in and handling water. |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Pool
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2
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Topics
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Methods for developing and improving physical properties in water.
Description
Learning exercises and routines in water to improve strength, endurance, and agility skills for people of different ages and fitness levels. |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Pool
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2
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Topics
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Content, methods and means of aquatic exercises for people with musculoskeletal and respiratory problems.
Description
Selection of methods and means for various degrees of scoliosis, injuries and respiratory system disorders. |
-
Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
|
Pool
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2
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Topics
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Content, methods and means of aquatic exercises for people with musculoskeletal and respiratory problems.
Description
Selection of methods and means for various degrees of scoliosis, injuries and respiratory system disorders. |
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
24 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Arnolds Valtneris. Cilvēka fizioloģija. Rokasgrāmata.
2.
Jeļena Solovjova. Peldēšana. 2017.
3.
Hoffman J.R. Physiological Aspects of Sport Training and Performance. 2nd ed. Human Kinetics, 2014. - 520 p.Suitable for English stream
Additional Reading
1.
Potteiger J. ACSM's Introduction to Exercise Science. American College of Sports Medicine. 4th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer, 2023, -568 p.Suitable for English stream
2.
Nutrition, Energy, and Human Performance (9th, North American ed., Revised Reprint). LWW.Suitable for English stream
3.
Santana, & Carlos, J. Functional Training / Juan Carlos Santana. 2016, Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics, 1 tiešsaistes resurss. xiv, 274 p.Suitable for English stream