Supported Front Glides lead to Streamline (progression)
Definition: Supported front glides lead to streamline. Constantly encourage the swimmer to "kiss" the water whenever you do a supported front glide. Over time, eventually the swimmer will put their face in the water willingly. Building a habit of looking down in a supported front glide will make streamline easier.
Core cues:
- "kiss" the water
Coach interpretation:
- "kiss" the water: Constantly encourage the swimmer to do this whenever you do a supported front glide.
- Looking down: Build a habit of looking down in a supported front glide; this will make streamline easier.
- Going underwater: Encourage going underwater; do different things to achieve an underwater goal.
Teaching strategy:
Go slow and master each step. Build a foundation through earned trust. Constantly encourage the swimmer to "kiss" the water whenever you do a supported front glide. Over time, eventually the swimmer will put their face in the water willingly. Building a habit of looking down in a supported front glide will make streamline easier. Encourage going underwater. Do different things to achieve an underwater goal.
Common errors and corrections:
- Swimmer will not put face in the water: Constantly encourage the swimmer to "kiss" the water whenever you do a supported front glide; over time, eventually the swimmer will put their face in the water willingly.
Progression:
Supported Front Glides lead to Streamline. Supported Back Glides lead to water comfort.