Sistematização das aulas de natação: uma proposta didático-metodológica

Abstract

This study proposed a didactic-methodological approach to structure swimming classes in higher education, specifically for the Physical Education A – Swimming course at the Federal Rural University of Pernambuco. The exploratory research aimed to analyze the benefits of the swimming teaching methodology in students' education, going beyond the development of motor skills to promote health and social integration. The research method included a literature review and the implementation of action research. The literature review was conducted on platforms such as Scielo, Capes Periodicals Portal, and Lilacs, exploring articles, dissertations, and theses related to body culture, higher education, swimming, swimming teaching methodology, and sports pedagogy. The developed teaching program comprises 43 lessons covering topics related to adaptation to the aquatic environment, breathing, flotation, propulsion, Olympic turns, basic diving, aquatic play activities, and water games. All are grounded in the Swimming Teaching Methodology and the Critical Overcoming Approach to Physical Education Teaching. This study plays a significant role in enriching the academic education of students while enhancing swimming instruction in the university context at UFRPE.