Front Crawl in the Pool
Age 10 · Sports
A swimmer lies flat on the water and pulls with one arm while the other reaches forward. The legs flutter up and down, and the swimmer turns the head to the side to breathe.
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- Flat torso at the water surface
- Arm action: one arm reaches forward above the water while the other pulls underneath
- Legs: small alternating flutter kicks
- Head: turned to the side to take a breath
Examples
- Swimming a length in a pool
- Racing in a school swim meet
Key takeaways
- Front crawl keeps the body stretched flat to reduce drag.
- Breathing happens to the side, timed with the arm that is above the water.
Quiz: Front Crawl in the Pool (Age 10)
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In front crawl, how should the body be held?
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What do the legs do in front crawl?
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When does a front crawl swimmer turn their head to breathe?
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