1. Review the Safe Swim Defense. 
2. Explain the meaning of “order of rescue” and demonstrate the reach and throw rescue techniques from land. 
3. Attempt the BSA swimmer test.
4. Have 30 minutes, or more, of free swim time where you practice the Buddy System and stay within your ability group.  The qualified adult supervision should do at least three buddy checks per half hour swimming. 

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