What is included in the warm-up component of a lesson plan?

In a warm-up component of a lesson plan, incorporating a game or song serves multiple purposes essential for the overall effectiveness of the swimming lesson. Engaging in activities like games or songs helps to create a fun and inviting atmosphere, which can lower anxiety for participants, especially for beginners or younger swimmers. This approach promotes a positive mindset and encourages participation, making it easier for swimmers to transition into the more structured parts of the lesson.

Additionally, warm-ups that include dynamic movements related to swimming can also prepare the body physically by increasing heart rates and improving flexibility, thus reducing the risk of injury during the swimming activities that follow. By stimulating excitement and camaraderie through playful elements, the warm-up sets the tone for a productive lesson ahead.

In contrast, while reviewing previous skills, providing feedback to parents, or allowing for rest and relaxation are valuable components of a swim lesson, they do not specifically address the need for physical readiness and engagement that a warm-up is designed to meet. Each of those options serves a different role within the overall structure of a swim lesson.