Wed, January 26 from 8:10am-9:15am
This test is for current Heritage High School students only who wish to test out of the swim class requirement. Two sessions will be offered with a limit of 25 students per session. The registration link will be open from 1/10-1/2-0 or until all slots are filled. It will fill up fast so register soon. Sign up using this link.
Please arrive at the HHS Pool Entrance on time but not early for check-in & instructions. Wear your swimsuit and bring a towel and goggles. Masks must be worn at all times when on deck. If you are unable to attend this swim waiver or all slots are taken, we plan to offer another opportunity to take the swim waiver in the Spring of 2022. (Seniors CANNOT take the test second semester of their Senior year)
The following swimming skills will be assessed during the test:
Swim 500 yards (20 lengths) continuously, with no time limit using any combination of the following strokes
Freestyle (front crawl w/ flutter kick)
Backstroke (back crawl w/ flutter kick)
Elementary backstroke w/ whip kick
Breaststroke w/ whip kick
Sidestroke w/ scissor kick
Jump in and tread water/float for 15 minutes continuously
Tread water with both hands and feet for 5 minutes
Tread water with feet only and hands out of water for 2 minutes
Survival float and/or back float for 8 minutes
Dive proficiently from the edge of the pool into deep water.
*Note that at any time this testing opportunity may be canceled due to COVID restrictions.
West Boys Locker Room - 303-347-7646
East Boys Locker Room - 303-347-7647
Girls Locker Room - 303-347-7645
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Jentry Byleveld, Teacher
Deirdre Gibalski, Teacher / Co-Dept. Chair
Chad Hanson, Teacher
Tyler Knoblock, Teacher / Co-Dept. Chair