Butterfly for beginners
Butterfly is the most demanding stroke, but with the right rhythm it flows surprisingly well. The movement comes from a wave through your body, not just from your arms.
You will need
- Swimming goggles
- Short fins for practice
Steps
Learn the body wave
Glide with your arms forward and make a wave with your body: your chest presses down, your hips rise, and the movement continues into your legs.
Practise the dolphin kick
Kick on your side and on your back
Add the arm stroke
Time two kicks per stroke
Breathe forward
Practise with one arm
Swim short stretches
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