What is the Reflex Action and why do we teach it?
A. The ‘Reflex Action’ or commonly known as ‘Humpty Dumpty’ is a skill practiced repeated until it becomes a ‘Reflex’ in Infants and Young Children. It is the practice of ‘falling’ into a pool, turning themselves immediately around and catching the ledge of the pool. This activity is taught through repetition until the thought process becomes a ‘reflex’. It is another extremely important drowning prevention drill for infants, young children and beginner swimmers to learn.
