What is Step-In Entry?

Step in entry

When -  water is clear, the depth known and the bottom free from obstacles.

Why – This entry is used mainly as a water confidence building activity it forms part of the learning sequence, the disadvantage of this entry for lifesaving purpose, is you can’t keep an eye on the casualty at all time while enter the water.

How –

● look at the point of entry

● step (not jump) gently out from the edge

● keep the knees slightly flexed and legs ready to give when the feet touch the bottom (the technique is similar to that required for stepping from a chair on to the floor)

This entry is used mainly as a confidence building activity. Form part of the learning sequence, between sliding in and more advanced entries, such as the compact jump.