Front crawl technique workshop

Overview

This 45 minute workshop is for swimmers who can already swim at least 200m front crawl in open water and want to improve their technique. During the sessions we will cover front crawl technique (e.g. breathing, stroke mechanics, adaptations for open water).

It might be that you’d like to increase your, efficiency, speed, enjoyment, or relaxation when you swim front crawl.

What You Will Learn

Technique – Work on aspects on your technique e.g. catch and pull through, kick, breathing, and timing of your stroke

Efficiency and Speed: Learn how to swim front crawl more efficiently to conserve energy and increase speed.

Personalised Feedback: Receive tailored advice and corrections to refine your technique.

Session Details

1. Duration: 45 minutes
2. Instructor: Certified Open water coach and L2 swimming teacher and coach
3. Location: Salford Watersports Centre
4. Cost: £11 per person

When – Sunday 4th May, Tuesday 13th May

Prerequisites

1. Participants should be experienced in open water swimming and comfortable swimming at least 200 meters front crawl out of their depth

Who Should Attend? This workshop is perfect for swimmers who are familiar with open water but want to develop their front crawl technique

Before booking, please ensure you have read / aware of all session information and safety rules & advice:

Swim Rules & Safety Advice

Swim Coaching Information

Open Water Session and Centre Information

Before booking, please ensure you meet the following requirements:

1. Must be able to swim 200 meters continuously.
2. Must be physically capable of swimming in cold open water. Please consider any health conditions that may affect your safety in the water.
3. Completion of our swim questionnaire is required to provide us with your emergency contact details and any pertinent medical information.
4. Ages 17+

1. A brightly colored swim hat.
2. Tow Floats are COMPULSORY until water temperatures reach 14 degrees (typically late May to early June). We have a few spare ones but they are on a first come first serve basis.
3. Warm layers for after your swim to help you warm up.
4. Neoprene gloves and socks are highly recommended for comfort and warmth in colder water.

Note: Tow Floats, goggles, and wetsuit gloves & socks are available for purchase on-site.

Meet our team over by the water 15 mins before the session to be issued a wetsuit and to get changed. The team will let you know where to go once you are ready.