Swimming

a swimming sport that combines elements of dance, gymnastics, and swimming in choreographed routines performed in water

Artistic swimming routines often incorporate music to enhance the performance.

a race where swimmers can use any stroke style they prefer, typically the front crawl, known for its speed and efficiency

Freestyle allows for creativity in stroke technique and pacing strategies.

the competitive swimming for athletes with physical disabilities

Para swimming allows athletes with physical disabilities to compete on an equal platform.

a swimming stroke performed on one's back, with backward arm movements and a flutter kick

She practiced her backcrawl technique every morning at the pool.

a stroke where the swimmer lies on their back, using alternating arm movements and a flutter kick

Backstroke allows swimmers to breathe easily.

to move slowly with the body near the ground or on the hands and knees

The baby began to crawl across the living room floor.

a stroke where the swimmer moves both arms in a half-circle motion in front of the body while performing a frog-like kick

She mastered the breaststroke, making her a top competitor.

a flying insect with a long, thin body and large, typically brightly colored wings

Butterflies are attracted to nectar-producing flowers for food.

a basic stroke where the swimmer moves their hands and feet in a paddling motion similar to a dog's movement in the water

Children often start with the dog paddle when learning to swim.

a stroke where the swimmer lies on their side, using a scissor kick and alternating arm movements to carry themselves through the water

She practiced sidestroke to improve her endurance.

a powerful swimming kick where both legs move simultaneously in a wave-like motion

The swimmer's dolphin kick helped him glide quickly underwater.

a rapid, alternating leg movement in swimming where the legs move up and down in a quick, continuous motion

The flutter kick helps maintain speed and stability in the water.

to move through water by moving parts of the body, typically arms and legs

My sister swims every morning before breakfast.

a technique where a swimmer touches the wall, turns onto their back, and pushes off the wall using a flutter kick

Sarah's open turn helped her gain an advantage in the race.

a swimming technique designed for efficient and stealthy movement in water, commonly used in military operations

The soldier demonstrated the combat sidestroke during training exercises.

a basic swimming stroke on the back using simple arm and leg movements

I learned the elementary backstroke in my first swimming lesson.

a swimming stroke that is a combination of a flutter kick and a windmill-like arm motion

"Trudgen" refers to a swimming stroke named after its inventor, John Trudgen.

a swimming technique for floating on your back and moving with minimal effort

Learning the survival backstroke technique could save your life in rough waters.

a professional swimming organization featuring elite athletes competing in team-based events worldwide

The International Swimming League attracts top swimmers from around the world.

the international governing body for aquatic sports, including swimming, diving, water polo, synchronized swimming, and open water swimming

Athletes from around the globe compete in World Aquatics events.

a race where a swimmer competes in all four strokes in one continuous race

She excels in the individual medley, showcasing her proficiency in all strokes.

a type of swimming race where competitors swim four different strokes in a specific order

She won gold in the 200-meter medley swimming event.

a track or swimming relay race in which each team member competes in a different stroke

She swam the butterfly leg in the medley relay.