Andri Gemaini, Yanuar Kiram, Anton Komaini, Syahrastani, Gusril, Bafirman, Meirizal Usra, Naluri Denay, Dwi Happy Anggia Sari, Aulia Rahmad
Background. Providing a model for preschoolers' fundamental water-based swimming motor skills is interesting and helpful in assisting kids to become better swimmers. Objectives. This study aims to develop a more dynamic, game-based learning model by addressing the dearth of training techniques for enhancing kids' swimming skills. Methods. The model was developed using the ADDIE model for analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. Analysis of the training program, the materials, and the characteristics of the youngsters were all covered. A practicality test was undertaken by twelve kindergarten teachers following validation by a team of seven experts. Results. The model's high Aiken scale score of 0.81 validated its validity. An average score of 85.6% on the Guilford scale proved its efficacy. The model's efficacy was further reinforced by the fact that 15 preschoolers' swimming motor abilities significantly improved, as shown by a T value of 10.601, higher than the T table value of 1.75. Conclusions. These results imply that the created learning model considerably improves preschoolers' foundational swimming motor skills. © 2025, Society of Aging and Physical Activity (SAPA). All rights reserved.
Faculty of Sport Science, Universitas Negeri Padang, Indonesia; Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Sriwijaya, Indonesia
