Backstroke can be very tricky and without enough propulsion in the water it can cause children to sink too low in the water with their body. In order to get the most power in the water and allow for the body's hips to get higher and more level with the water line, kicking is crucial. However, many children struggle to get the coordination right and the technique with the arms. The arms are very important in controlling the body's streamline position and assist the direction o

To ensure you are squeezing the most out of your time in the pool here are a few advanced tips for improving your backstroke technique. In the water When improving your backstroke aim to keep your body position as flat as you can to be streamlined with the water with a slight slope down to the hips to keep the leg action underwater. Don’t let your hips drop too low as this will slow you down – try and keep your body close to the surface of the water. Your head should be still

Learn how to position yourself to find, catch & stick on unbroken “green” waves. This video below will give you basic insight about how you can position yourself better to catch green waves. It explains the basics on how to paddle into an unbroken wave and how to “stick” on these “green waves” without either nose diving, going passed over the wave or getting stuck on top of it. Keep in mind, this is one of the most difficult things to learn as a novice surfer. Nothing can rep

Get a better understanding of some of the basic rules of field hockey with this quick guide. The basic field hockey rules Hockey players can only hit the ball with the flat side of their stick. Hockey players (other than the goalkeeper) are not allowed to use their feet, or any other parts of the body, to control the ball at any time. A goal can only be scored either from a field goal, a penalty corner, or from a penalty stroke. A field goal is a goal scored from open play, a

Freestyle is the most popular swimming stroke in the world, and is an essential skill that all swimmers should focus on. We truly believe that every single swimmer has at least one element of their freestyle stroke that can be refined and improved. 1 – Body Positioning Streamline The most important part of swimming is the concept of streamline. This is when your body is as narrow as possible, moving through the water so that you reduce the amount of drag you have. Head Positi

You don’t need mountains to go mountain biking. Just about any off-pavement riding will reward you with fresh air, great exercise and—if hills or mountains are present—the exhilaration of scenic views and long downhill stretches. Mountain biking does require some different skills than road cycling. This article shares basic techniques to help you get started. 1. Body Position Perhaps the biggest key to successful mountain biking is your body position. Mountain bike trail surf

As with any soccer technique, you need to practice if you want to improve your shooting skills. Fortunately, the techniques used for shooting are similar to those used for passing. So you can build up two vital soccer techniques at the same time. Soccer shooting tips: Observe the goalkeeper's position. Have they left a gap that you can exploit? Select the best technique for your shot. A sidefoot shot will have greater accuracy, but an instep (laces) with good follow-through w

Basketball is one of the fastest-paced sports in the world. Players need to be in tip-top shape and able to run an entire game to keep up with the rest. Top players know that you need to be well-conditioned, but what really sets them apart from the rest is their speed and agility. It is important to understand the difference between speed and agility. Speed is simply how fast you can move in any direction. You can point out how fast a player is when they blow by defenders. Le

1. Use Both Feet Players must learn to use both feet. Players use the inside foot for passing and placement of shots (accuracy) and laces for power. We want players to be comfortable and confident with the ball. So we encourage them to use both feet and all surfaces of the feet. Inside, outside, laces and sole. 2. Goalkeeper Importance in Attack Goalkeepers are the first attacker and must not only use their hands but also be confident with feet. Can they control and pass out