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Swimming lessons do not have to be expensive. Learn how to swim the breaststroke in this free online video series of swimming lessons on the breaststroke.
There are 10 videos in this series:
Swimming breaststroke requires proper kicking technique. Learn how to swim breaststroke with a proper kick in this free online swimming lesson on video.
Swimming breaststroke includes proper feet positioning at a 45 degree angle. Learn how to swim breaststroke with feet positioned correctly in this free online swimming lesson on video.
Swimming breaststroke requires kicking in a half-circle with proper technique. Learn how to swim breaststroke with a half-circle kick in this free online swimming lesson on video.
Swimming breaststroke includes straightening the legs after the half-circle kick. Learn how to swim breaststroke in this free online swimming lesson on video.
Swimming breaststroke requires proper hand technique in front of the body. Learn how to swim breaststroke with proper hand technique in this free online swimming lesson on video.
Swimming breaststroke includes gliding through the water while slicing the hands through the water. Learn how to swim breaststroke with a glide through the water in this free online swimming lesson on video.
Swimming breaststroke requires correct breathing technique at the proper time. Learn how to swim breaststroke with correct breathing technique in this free online swimming lesson on video.
Swimming breaststroke requires preparing for a kick to propel the swimmer forward. Learn how to swim breaststroke in this free online swimming lesson on video.
Swimming breaststroke requires continuing the stroke fluidly without interruption. Learn how to swim breaststroke with continuing repetition of movement in this free online swimming lesson on video.
Swimming breaststroke in a pool requires pushing off the wall during a redirection. Learn how to approach the wall and push-off the wall while swimming breaststroke in this free online swimming lesson on video.
Competitive swimming began in Europe around 1800 and first became an Olympic Event in 1896. Recreational swimming has been around since man first walked the earth. Whether it is in a pool in the backyard or a pool in the Olympics, a river in the woods or the endless oceans, swimming is one of the world's favorite past times. Not only is swimming a great recreational hobby, it is one of the most efficient ways to exercise, both cardiovascular and muscle strengthening. Needless to say, with all of the benefits of swimming, it is a good idea to learn how to swim and the breaststroke is a great way to begin. Learn how to swim the breaststroke in this free online video series of swimming lessons featuring swim instructor Peter Elizondo. Elizondo teaches how to swim the breaststroke with proper kicking technique, hand technique, foot position, breathing technique, kick preparation and continuous strokes. He demonstrates how to do a half-circle kick and how to push-off the wall.
Peter Elizondo Peter Elizondo swam for 4 years in High School at Nikki Rowe High School on the Junior Varsity team and Varsity team. He has life guarded for over three years now, and has literally taught over 400 adults to learn how to swim, and has taught over 900 kids ages three years and up on how to swim. In teaching kids how to swim he also taught them fun games as well. He also taught them how to increase speed, and perfect the four strokes; Breast, Free style, back, and fly. He has taught lessons in Mcallen, TX, Clovis, NM, and throughout San Diego county.dkdk
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