Octopush

What is it?
Octopushing is underwater hockey, and the object of the game is to move the 'squid' along the bottom of the pool, with the aid of a 'pusher' against the opposing team, so as to score a goal by touching the end of the pool. Each team is composed of eight players, of whom no more than six are permitted to be in the water at any one time.

Safety Message
Participants should be able to swim competently before taking part in this activity. They should receive adequate training in the safe use of equipment, and should always wear appropriate clothing.

Ideas/Aims
In addition to taking part in this sport you should also:
• Learn the laws of the game.
• Attain a reasonable proficiency in the basic skills in order to participate and compete in a serious game.
• Show knowledge of the care and maintenance of equipment.
• Compete in appropriate club competitions.
• Show skills and an improvement in standard of play.
• Develop an appreciation of tactics and positioning play.
• Be selected to play in a team, which has proper fixtures.
• Be able to keep score of the game.

Review/Assessment
Participants should discuss with the assessor their progress,why they enjoy playing the game, and why they are suited to playing that position. They should discuss the tactics of the game, and the laws, and if the participant has played in any fixtures, then they should discuss the results.

Governing Body/Organisation
British SubAqua Club, Telfords Quay, Ellesmere Port, South Wirral, L65 4FY
Tel: 0151 350 6200, Fax: 0151 350 6200
web site: www.bsac.com