Difficulty: Moderate
Instructions
Things You'll Need:
- pool
- another person who can swim
- swim suit
- goggles (optional)
- nose plug (optional)
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Step 1
Enter the shallow part of the pool with another person, and make sure it is not to deep for you.
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Step 2
Hold on to the side of the pool, preferable face down, let your legs float out, and kick with your thighs, making sure your toes are pointed.
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Step 3
When you feel comfortable, let go of the side of the pool. Let your arms float out to your side, jump and try to let your legs float up as well. You may feel better if the person you are with holds you up at first.
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Step 4
Next, Stand up in the pool, jump forward, and throw your right arm forward, cupping your palm, moving you forward in the water. Alternate this action between you right and left arms.
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Step 5
Kick your feet like you were in the beginning. These actions together will propel you through the water.
