Swimming with a Pin-Sized View

Today’s challenge wasn’t just about coins, it was about courage, patience, and teamwork. And they nailed it. All coins found, and even bigger hearts grown. ❤️

Most of the time, my students can spot a coin on the pool floor from metres away. Diving down to pick it up? Easy. But today, I made a small change. I taped over their goggles, leaving only a tiny pinhole gap. Enough to see shapes and shadows, but not enough for clear sight.

Suddenly, the game became a whole new challenge.

• Finding the coin took longer.

• Swimming straight without bumping into someone? Harder.

• Diving confidently into deep water? Scary.

I did this because I wanted them to feel, even for just a few minutes, the discomfort and inconvenience that people with partial visual impairment experience every day.

It’s not just about swimming anymore.It’s about:

• Learning patience when things take longer than usual.

• Relying on other senses and teamwork.

• Appreciating the gift of full sight.

We ended the lesson laughing, splashing, and of course, celebrating every coin found. But I hope they also left with something deeper, a new sense of empathy and understanding.

Because sometimes, the best lessons happen when the water gets a little murky. *game inspired by the Singapore Naval Divers 🐸🐸

😊👍 “Hope you enjoyed the read! Feel free to share your thoughts with me too.” ❤️