These are my two favorite backstroke drills. The Sneak drill is great for working on the pull pattern. I like to see an "Early Horizontal Catch" and a good follow through while working on this drill. The Right arm, Left arm drill is great for a lot of skills but I usually emphasize the rotation and rolling of the body, hips, and shoulders. This is my "primary drill" for the 10 and Under Division.
Thanks Bryan. I use very similar drills. My only difference is I have one step before where the swimmer will actually turn their head to watch their arm pull with an underwater recovery.
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-Kacy Ota
Thanks Kacy! I love the idea of watching the arm pull...it makes sense, especially with kids being such visual learners these days. Good stuff!
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