Effects of Aquatic Psychomotor Programs on the Fundamental Athletic Abilities of Children

Abstract

Background/Objectives: The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of aquatic psychomotor program on children’s fundamental athletic abilities. Methods/Statistical analysis: The subjects of the study were 60 children divided into two groups of 30 each, one participating and the other not participating in the program. The participating group underwent a 40-minutes exercise session, twice per week, for 12 weeks. Findings: The results of the fundamental athletic abilities test are as follows: First, in the case of the shuttle run, they showed significant differences between the groups before and after the program, indicating significant results. Second, the performance of the long jump also showed significant differences between the groups before and after the program, representing significant results. Third, the results of the flexibility test also indicated significant differences between the groups before and after the program, showing significant results. Fourth, the one-leg standing test also showed significant differences between the groups before and after the program, indicating significant results. Improvements/Applications: Therefore, it is concluded that the aquatic psychomotor program has significant effects on children's fundamental athletic abilities.