PEH - 6 Different Basic Swimming Styles and Strokes
To execute the front crawl, you lie on your stomach with your body parallel to the water.
FREESTYLE POSITION
is a swimming style commonly referred to us the front crawl. It is regularly used in competitions. Most swimmers choose to swim front crawl during freestyle competitions as it is the fastest technique.
FREESTYLE/FRONT CRAWL
This is an older swimming style that is not typically used in swim competitions, but is still an important stroke to learn for safety reasons.
SIDE STROKE
is by comparing it to apple picking.
SIDE STROKE POSITION
lying on your back with arms and legs stretched straight out. While swimming all the body should stay close to the surface of water.
BACK STROKE
while floating on your back, alternate your arms with a windmill-like motion to propel yourself backwards.
BACKSTROKE POSITION
the slowest competitive swimming stroke, and it is the most commonly learned stroke.
BREAST STROKE
is an advanced swimming stroke that provides an excellent workout
BUTTERFLY STROKE
start horizontal with your stomach facing the bottom of the pool.
BUTTERFLY STROKE POSITION
This is a variation from the typical backstroke you see. It uses a reversed breaststroke kick while your arms move in sync beneath the water.
ELEMENTARY BACKSTROKE
This stroke is often taught to children using fun nicknames for the parts of the movement. Bring your hands to your armpits like a monkey, spread your arms like an airplane, then push them down to your sides like a soldier.
ELEMENTARY BACKSTROKE POSITION