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Stroke Technique Race: Combining Technique Drills in a Fun Game
Turn Skill Building Into a Thrilling Competition — Where Technique Meets Teamwork and Laughter Swim drills are essential — but let’s be honest: they can feel repetitive. “Fist drill. Catch-up. Fingertip drag. Again?” For many swimmers, especially kids and teens, technique work becomes a chore — something to endure before the “real” swimming begins. What if, instead of dreading drills, your swimmers begged for them? Enter the Stroke Technique Race — a dynamic, high-energy

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Nov 165 min read


Corkscrew Drill: Combining Backstroke and Freestyle for Core Engagement
The Ultimate Core-Strengthening Drill That Builds Rotation, Balance, and Stroke Synergy In swimming, the core isn’t just for aesthetics — it’s the central engine that connects every stroke, powers every turn, and stabilizes every glide. Yet most swimmers train their core on land with planks and crunches — while neglecting the most effective core builder of all: the water itself . Enter the Corkscrew Drill — a dynamic, fluid, and highly effective technique drill that seaml

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Nov 134 min read


Arm-Leading Drill: Isolating Breaststroke Arm Technique
Master the Pull — One Arm at a Time to Unlock Speed, Power, and Precision Breaststroke is often misunderstood as a “pull-and-kick” stroke — but in reality, it’s a highly technical dance of timing, leverage, and water pressure . And at the heart of every powerful, efficient breaststroke is the arm pull — the only phase that generates forward propulsion. Yet too many swimmers focus on the kick while neglecting the arm’s critical role. The result? A weak, inefficient pull tha

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Nov 94 min read


3-2-1 Drill: Simplifying IM Timing and Coordination
The Rhythmic Key to Mastering the Medley — One Count at a Time The Individual Medley (IM) is swimming’s ultimate test of versatility, demanding flawless transitions between four distinct strokes: butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, and freestyle. Yet for many swimmers — from age-groupers to seasoned competitors — the real challenge isn’t just executing each stroke, but nailing the rhythm, timing, and mental shift between them. Enter the 3-2-1 Drill — a brilliantly simple

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Oct 264 min read


Arm-Leading Drill: Isolating Butterfly Arm Technique
Mastering the Pull, Recovery, and Timing — One Arm at a Time Butterfly is often described as a full-body wave — a seamless undulation from chest to toes. Yet the arms play a critical role: they generate lift for the breath, create forward propulsion, and set the rhythm for the entire stroke. But when both arms move simultaneously, it’s hard to isolate errors, correct imbalances, or refine technique. Enter the Arm-Leading Drill — a powerful, focused exercise that uses singl

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Oct 264 min read


3-2-1 Drill: Simplifying Backstroke Timing and Coordination
The Simple Count That Transforms a “Flat” Stroke into a Fluid, Powerful Rhythm Backstroke is often misunderstood as a passive, “resting” stroke — but elite backstrokers know the truth: power and efficiency come from precise timing and core-driven rotation . Yet for many swimmers — from beginners to seasoned competitors — the stroke feels stiff, exhausting, or uncoordinated. Arms windmill, hips sink, and the kick becomes a frantic scramble just to stay afloat. Enter the 3-2-

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Oct 254 min read


Finishing Strong: Drills for the Final Sprint in Freestyle Races
Mastering the Last 15 Meters — Where Races Are Won and Personal Bests Are Born In freestyle racing, the clock doesn’t stop when you’re tired — it stops when you touch the wall. And more often than not, the difference between victory and “what if” isn’t the first 50 meters… it’s the final sprint . Yet many swimmers fade in the last 15–25 meters: stroke rate drops, kick weakens, head lifts, and momentum dies. The reason? They haven’t trained their bodies — and minds — to fini

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Oct 234 min read


The Most Exciting Swim Drills for All Ages
Where Learning Meets Laughter — Fun, Engaging, and Effective Drills That Everyone Loves Let’s be honest: traditional swim drills can feel repetitive. “Kick 25. Pull 25. Drill 25.” But what if every lap felt like a game, a challenge, or a mini-adventure? The truth is, the most effective learning happens when swimmers are having fun — and that’s true whether you’re 6 or 60. In this guide, we’ve rounded up the most exciting, high-energy, and skill-building swim drills that t

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Oct 194 min read


Arm-Leading Drill: Isolating IM Arm Technique
Master Each Stroke’s Pull with Precision, Power, and Purpose In the Individual Medley (IM), success hinges on one truth: you’re only as...

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Oct 114 min read


Vertical Kicking Drill: Strengthening Butterfly Legs
Build Power, Timing, and Core Control — One Dolphin Kick at a Time In butterfly, the legs aren’t just along for the ride — they’re the...

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Oct 104 min read


Body Roll and Rotation Drills for Better Backstroke
Unlock Power, Efficiency, and Speed Through Controlled Core Rotation Backstroke is often mistaken for a flat, static stroke — arms...

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Oct 104 min read


3-2-1 Drill: Simplifying Breaststroke Timing and Coordination
The Simple Count That Solves the Stroke’s Trickiest Challenge Breaststroke is often called the “technical stroke” — and for good...

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Oct 104 min read


Freestyle Stroke Rate Drills: Finding the Perfect Balance for Competition
Optimizing Cadence for Speed, Efficiency, and Race-Day Success In freestyle swimming, two forces are constantly at play: distance per...

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Oct 94 min read


Why Kickboard Drills Are Essential for Breaststroke Beginners
Building the Foundation of Power, Timing, and Confidence — One Kick at a Time For beginners learning breaststroke, the stroke can feel...

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Oct 24 min read


Streamlined Push-Off Drills for IM Turns
Master the Hidden Speed Boost in Every Individual Medley Transition In the Individual Medley (IM), races aren’t won in the middle of...

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Sep 275 min read


Butterfly Breathing Efficiency Drills for Distance Swimmers
Mastering the Art of the Low, Quick, and Rhythmic Breath to Conserve Energy and Sustain Speed For distance butterfly swimmers — those...

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Sep 265 min read


Building Speed: Backstroke Drills for Fast Transitions
Master the Hidden Weapon of Backstroke Racing — Where Races Are Won and Lost In backstroke, speed isn’t just about a powerful flutter...

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Sep 265 min read


Strength-Building Drills for Breaststroke Competitions
Power, Precision, and Propulsion — How to Build Race-Ready Strength in the Water and on Land Breaststroke may be the slowest of the...

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Sep 255 min read


Hand Acceleration Drills for a More Effective Freestyle Pull
Unlock Propulsion, Power, and Efficiency by Mastering the “Catch-and-Drive” Phase of Your Freestyle Stroke In freestyle swimming, speed...

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Sep 255 min read


The Role of Tempo Drills in Breaststroke Training
Unlocking Rhythm, Efficiency, and Race-Day Speed Through Controlled Cadence Breaststroke — often described as a “stroke of timing” —...

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Sep 185 min read
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