Inclusive Aquatics Progress Monitoring

For children of all abilities, including non-swimmers. Focus on skills, comfort, and participation—not speed.

Participant & Session

Child name required

Date of birth

Age: —

Gender

Session date required

Coach required

Aquatics status required

Pool length

Session type

Session duration (min)

Health & Accessibility

Mobility / assistive devices

Wheelchair Walker Crutches Prosthesis Orthotics Other

Communication supports

Simplified language Visual schedule AAC / device Sign language Interpreter Quieter space

Medical considerations

Seizure plan Asthma Allergies Cardiac Diabetes

Accessibility notes (sensory needs, transitions, preferred cues)

Physical

Height (cm)

Weight (kg)

BMI: —

Resting heart rate (bpm)

Pain (0–10)

Notes (tone, range of motion, fatigue)

Aquatic Skills & Participation

Water confidence

1 = very uneasy · 5 = very comfortable

Entry to water

Flotation / aids used

Body position

Prone Supine Vertical Rollover front↔back

Breath control

1 = mouth/nose open in water · 5 = relaxed submersion/blowing bubbles

Propulsion

Kick with board Kick with noodle Assisted arm pulls Independent strokes

Max distance with aid (m)

Max distance without aid (m)

Stroke/technique observations (if applicable)

Social & Engagement

Engagement / participation

1 = limited engagement · 5 = highly engaged

Communication with coach/peers

1 = needs full support · 5 = independent

Inclusion & teamwork

1 = struggles with group · 5 = supports peers

Notes (turn-taking, peer interaction, preferred partners)

Well‑Being

Mood today

Energy / fatigue

Stress / anxiety

Notes (school load, transitions, wins)

Goals & Feedback

Short‑term goal (next 2–4 weeks)

Long‑term goal (season)

Coach notes

Parent / guardian feedback (optional)

Safety & Sign‑off

Attendance

Safety checklist

Coach initials

Store securely, share only with authorized staff/guardians, and comply with local regulations.