Tamariki (School age 5 - 15 years)

Tamariki 

Designed for children aged 5 - 15 years, Tamariki is the Swimming and Water Safety component of the Swim and Survive program which has been around for over 30 years!

Tamariki is used to emphasise that the skills learnt in the program not only save lives but provide a foundation for participation in a range of aquatic recreation, fitness and sporting activities. 

Swim and Survive Tamariki is a broad and balanced program teaching a range of skills and knowledge to develop swimming, water safety, survival and basic rescue skills.

With a vibrant look and an increased focus on stroke development, Tamariki encourages children to have a healthy respect for the aquatic environment. 

Tamariki has six core awards (levels) to progress through. The initial awards focus on the development of foundation skills with the higher awards building on endurance.

Level 1 - Patiki (Flounder)
Level 2 - Tamure (Snapper)
Level 3 - Kahawai (Fish)
Level 4 - Kahu (Kingfish)
Level 5 - Ahie (Dolphin)
Level 6 - Akura (Marlin)