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Aquatics Coaching Guide - Special Olympics

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<strong>Coaching</strong> Tips<br />

Check that head position is straight and not moving on each arm pull.<br />

Check shoulder rotation.<br />

Encourage continuous, even kicks.<br />

<strong>Special</strong> <strong>Olympics</strong> <strong>Aquatics</strong> <strong>Coaching</strong> <strong>Guide</strong><br />

Created: February 2004<br />

Teaching <strong>Aquatics</strong> Skills – Squad Level Training<br />

Backstroke Drills<br />

Encourage the swimmer to “feel the water” and amount of pull being exerted on each arm.<br />

Fins are used initially. When the swimmer’s kick and arm stroke becomes stronger, practice without fins.<br />

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