Competitive Start
The Competitive Start Awards are a progression from our Learn to Swim Programme and are often taught at club level. However, some learners may begin these Awards in the later stages of the Aquatic Skills Framework (Stages 8-10). The Preliminary Competitive Start Award begins with a deep-water start, gradually transitioning to the side of the pool and shallower water. The Competitive Start Award focuses on mastering safe race dives from a starter block.