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Novice Dive Rules: Skills, Voluntaries, and Optionals

Understanding the roles of skills, voluntaries, and optionals in diving is essential for novice divers. Below is a detailed guide for both 1-meter and 3-meter boards across all age groups.

Ages 10–11

• 1-Meter (5 Dives):

• Skills:

• 100 ABC: Front Jump (Straight, Pike, or Tuck)

• 200 ABC: Back Jump (Straight, Pike, or Tuck)

• Voluntary Dives:

• Refer to the list of voluntary dives approved for this age group.

• Optionals (3 Dives):

• Must be selected from at least 2 different groups (e.g., forward, backward, reverse, inward, or twisting).

• 3-Meter (6 Dives):

• Skills:

• 100 ABC: Front Jump (Straight, Pike, or Tuck)

• 200 ABC: Back Jump (Straight, Pike, or Tuck)

• 001 ABCD: Front Entry/Lineup (Straight, Pike, Tuck, or Free)

• Voluntary Dives:

• Refer to the list of voluntary dives approved for this age group.

• Optionals (3 Dives):

• Must be selected from at least 2 different groups.

Ages 12–13

• 1-Meter (6 Dives):

• Skills:

• 100 ABC: Front Jump (Straight, Pike, or Tuck)

• 200 ABC: Back Jump (Straight, Pike, or Tuck)

• Voluntary Dives:

• Refer to the list of voluntary dives approved for this age group.

• Optionals (3 Dives):

• Must be selected from at least 3 different groups.

• 3-Meter (7 Dives):

• Skills:

• 100 ABC: Front Jump (Straight, Pike, or Tuck)

• 200 ABC: Back Jump (Straight, Pike, or Tuck)

• 001 ABCD: Front Entry/Lineup (Straight, Pike, Tuck, or Free)

• Voluntary Dives:

• Refer to the list of voluntary dives approved for this age group.

• Optionals (3 Dives):

• Must be selected from at least 3 different groups.

Ages 14–18

• 1-Meter (7 Dives):

• Skills:

• 100 ABC: Front Jump (Straight, Pike, or Tuck)

• 200 ABC: Back Jump (Straight, Pike, or Tuck)

• Voluntary Dives:

• Refer to the list of voluntary dives approved for this age group.

• Optionals (5 Dives):

• Must be selected from at least 3 different groups.

• 3-Meter (8 Dives):

• Skills:

• 100 ABC: Front Jump (Straight, Pike, or Tuck)

• 200 ABC: Back Jump (Straight, Pike, or Tuck)

• 001 ABCD: Front Entry/Lineup (Straight, Pike, Tuck, or Free)

• Voluntary Dives:

• Refer to the list of voluntary dives approved for this age group.

• Optionals (5 Dives):

• Must be selected from at least 3 different groups.

Summary of Dive Types

1. Skills:

Fundamental dives required for building technique and consistency.

2. Voluntaries:

Basic dives chosen from an approved list, emphasizing precision and control.

3. Optionals:

Advanced dives showcasing versatility, with group requirements ensuring diversity.

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