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What is the definition of the Butterfly Stroke?
What is the definition of the Butterfly Stroke?
- Swim with the face down and extend the arms forward and outward while frog kicking
- A swimming stroke in which the arms are thrown forward together out of the water while the feet kick up and down (correct)
- Swim face down and pull one arm back
- A swimming stroke that resembles freestyle except the swimmer lies on his or her back
Which swimming stroke involves swimming with the face down and extending the arms forward and outward while frog kicking?
Which swimming stroke involves swimming with the face down and extending the arms forward and outward while frog kicking?
- Breaststroke (correct)
- Butterfly Stroke
- Freestyle
- Backstroke
What swimming stroke involves swimming face down, pulling one arm back, and flutter kicking?
What swimming stroke involves swimming face down, pulling one arm back, and flutter kicking?
- Backstroke
- Breaststroke
- Butterfly Stroke
- Freestyle (correct)
In which swimming stroke does the swimmer lie on their back?
In which swimming stroke does the swimmer lie on their back?
What is a Freestyle Kick also known as?
What is a Freestyle Kick also known as?
What is another name for the Butterfly Kick?
What is another name for the Butterfly Kick?
What is the technique used in the Breaststroke Kick?
What is the technique used in the Breaststroke Kick?
What is the process for performing the Backstroke Kick?
What is the process for performing the Backstroke Kick?
Describe the technique for Butterfly Arms.
Describe the technique for Butterfly Arms.
What is the entry technique for Backstroke Arms?
What is the entry technique for Backstroke Arms?
What is the technique for Breaststroke Arms?
What is the technique for Breaststroke Arms?
What is the entry movement for Freestyle Arms?
What is the entry movement for Freestyle Arms?
Study Notes
Swimming Strokes Overview
- Butterfly Stroke: Both arms are thrown forward simultaneously out of the water while the feet perform an up-and-down kick.
- Breaststroke: Involves swimming face down, extending arms forward and outward, combined with a frog kick motion.
- Freestyle: Swimmer lies face down, pulls one arm back while bending it for recovery, using a flutter kick for propulsion.
- Backstroke: Similar to freestyle but performed while lying on the back.
Kicking Techniques
- Freestyle Kick (Flutter Kick): A basic kick used in freestyle swimming, characterized by alternating up-and-down leg movements.
- Butterfly Kick (Dolphin Kick): A simultaneous kick where both legs move together in a wave-like motion.
- Breaststroke Kick: Utilizes a frog kick with legs shoulder-width apart, toes pointed out, and involves bending at the knees.
- Backstroke Kick: A flutter kick executed while lying on the back, similar to the freestyle kick.
Arm Movements
- Butterfly Arms: Involves pressing down with both hands simultaneously and sweeping them around to the front in a rhythmic motion.
- Backstroke Arms: Technique involves the pinky entering the water first, followed by bending and pushing the arms underwater.
- Breaststroke Arms: Movement consists of reaching forward, bending arms towards the chest or below the face, and pushing back outward.
- Freestyle Arms: Technique initiates with the elbow leading out, reaching forward, bending, and then pushing through the water.
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This quiz provides flashcards that cover the four main swimming strokes: Butterfly, Breaststroke, Freestyle, and Backstroke. Each card includes a definition to help you better understand the techniques and movements involved in each stroke. Perfect for swim instructors and learners alike!
