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What is the deep end test? Why does my child have to pass the deep end test before swimming in the lap pool?

April 26, 2017child Deep LAP pass pool swimming Test

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What is the deep end test? Why does my child have to pass the deep end test before swimming in the lap pool?

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A. The deep end test is designed to help prevent emergencies. It consists of swimming 1 length of the pool comfortably and confidently followed by treading water for 1 minute. If a child cannot complete this test he or she should not swim in deep water and should remain in the leisure pool.