Overland High School – Swimming

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

Students need to know the basics of swimming and feel comfortable in deep water in order to take this class. Students must be able to swim the length of the pool without stopping (25 meters). This is an individualized class that allows swimmers an opportunity to improve water skills and personal fitness. Students are introduced to a variety of swim strokes that they will practice and refine. Safety, turns, treading, and diving are also introduced, practiced and refined. Students will learn how to apply their skills toward setting and achieving individual fitness goals through supervised lap swim. This class meets the district physical education proficiency requirement for graduation.