With the correct timing of the kick, butterfly can almost seem easy. What is the correct timing? For most swimmers, it means taking two kicks per armstroke. Where do you ... Read More

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that you not begin formal swimming lessons until kids are at least 4 years old. That is the age that children are thought to ... Read More

Do you think that swimming on a Masters or adult swim team is not for you? You could be wrong. Masters swim teams usually have a place for everyone, novice ... Read More

Data must be gathered and factors considered before a season training plan for high school swimmers can be constructed. Without certain information, like starting and ending dates, athlete ability levels, ... Read More

An inside look at swimming ... outside the pool. "Unfiltered" is an unprecedented look into the lives and competitive rivalry of two of America's greatest swimmers: Michael Phelps and Ian ... Read More

Starting a club program and making it successful is a tough job. There are many issues to be considered and many obstacles to overcome. Some of the things to review ... Read More

Besides the cruelty involved, swim-with-dolphins programs can also be dangerous to the public. Because they are ill-suited for captivity, dolphins can become agitated and aggressive from forced interaction with humans. ... Read More

Effective indoor swim training videos from Coach Troy Jacobson using the Vasa Ergometer. Join Coach Troy and four competitive athletes in two effective indoor swim workouts on the Vasa Ergometer.

In opposition to fashion swimsuits, in which appearance and style take a higher priority, fit and comfort level should be two of the most important factors when choosing a competitive ... Read More

Alan Thompson, Australia's National Swim Coach and the secretary of the FINA coaches commission, believes that instant replay reviews of disqualifications would lead to better officiating. He is bringing the ... Read More

The 2005 WTC Ironman World Championships are on 15 Oct. The event media guide has a wealth of information, including the history of the event, growing from a handfull of ... Read More

San Francisco Bay Area nine-year-old Johnny Wilson set a new record by swimming from Alcatraz Island through open waters to Aquatic Park in San Francisco on Monday, October 10, 2005. ... Read More

Swimming is a part of many people's everyday life. This guide site is devoted to swimming in all of its forms, both competitive and recreational. We will look at ... Read More

She can already swim and run, now she has to learn hoe to fence, shoot, and ride a horse. Sheila Taormina, Olympic Swimmer in 2000 and Olympic Triathlete in 2004, ... Read More

Training goggle, proven to help correct body position and increase efficiency. Angled lens encourages correct head position. Frosted lower portion of the lens forces the user's sightline upward. Endorsed by ... Read More

Competitive, fitness, or serious swimmers often need advice on selecting, sizing, and fitting a competitive swimsuit, but have a considerable amount of trouble locating it. The world of swim wear ... Read More

USA Swimming and Toyota are sponsoring a "color the swim cap" contest. To submit your entry, download the pdf file, complete the form and color the cap, then send it ... Read More