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swimming in school
in my school every student has to do swimming in gym class for 5 days. i'm really scared to do this because i'm a HORRIBLE swimmer. i can only tread water for like 1 minute, no lie. so what can i do in order to be able to tread water longer? because in gym class you have to tread for like 10 minutes straight! so its going to be really embarrassing if i can't tread for that long.
so basically i'm really stressing out about this. if anyone can help me at all i'd really appreciate it.
also i don't have a pool so how can i practice?
also how are some good ways to get out of swimming? i know that girls can only get out of swimming one day using the "i have my period" excuse, and if you really do have it for that week and can't use a tampon you have to go to the doctor with a written note.
thanks so much!
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Maybe you should tell the instructor and your principal or guidance people with your parents present that you do not know how to swim and cannot be expected to swim at the rate of progress they want just yet.
Your parents could tell them that they appreciate the fact it's a required subject and you will do it but just not their way exactly.
They should ask the school to allow you to get up to speed on your own by going to an indoor public pool at certain hours when it's open to everyone to learn to swim better.
Your parents would monitor your progress and you could perhaps get school credit for it and when ready in a few weeks or so join the others in the pool at school with confidence.
As far as them wanting a note if you're menstruating where the hell do they get off? They have no right to ask about what sanitary products you do or don't use and why you can't.
I would bring that up to the powers that be over ther with your parents present that it's nobody's business but you or the other students this also applies to.
Definitely go to your local pool or call parks and rec in your area to find out where one is and use the public swim time to learn. You can also get lessons there with an instructor and that may be the only way the school can allow you to proceed on your own for a while and get credit. If you produce badges at the end of the lesson program than they cannot dispute it.
Tell your parents what is going on and get them to help you figure out a solution and whether you'll get lessons and or practice in a public pool. Regardless, I know you will do fine so don't stress.
Every problem no matter how monumental has a solution and I think this is easily solved. You have to talk to your folks about it and get things rolling.
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The YMCA or the YWCA give lessons on how to tread water & they have a public pool where you can just practice. For a couple tips just try using your hands & feet. But you've gotta relax & just have faith in yourself. I know I sound cheesy but it works... lol. It's really not that hard, just do what you do for the minute you CAN tread water, & pray for God to help you. Don't worry, I'm sure you'll be fine. :))
So just move your feet more slowly (not TOO slowly obviously, that's dangerous!!) and not quite as rapid because if you're treading too fast then you'll run out of energy for the other 9 minutes or so. Good luck!
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Get a doctors note saying you're allergic to chlorine, at least that’s what I always do =D
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