Register for our 5 week stroke improvement course at Richmond Recreation Centre from Wednesday 11 September and get involved in progressive drills to improve all areas of your swimming.

The course focuses on developing technique and endurance across all four swimming strokes of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly.

When is the course?

The 5 week course will run from Wednesday 11 September to Wednesday 9 October 2019. Sessions will run every Wednesday from 6.45pm to 7.45pm.

How much does the course cost?

• Members - $126
• Non-Members - $140

How do I book?

• Book online via Eventbrite. We will be in contact with you to confirm your booking and arrange payment. 
• Book in person at reception
• Give us a call on 9205 5522.

Course outline

Each week our swimming coaches will guide you through your swimming strokes to build your technique and efficiency.  

Week 1: Kick and body positioning

• Lane etiquette
• Kicking technique
• Body positioning and balance

Week 2: Breathing

• Warm up and review kick and body positioning
• Breathing technique
• Correct movement of the head
• Timing breaths with your stroke

Week 3: Arms under water

• Warm up and review breathing 
• Correct positioning of arms and hands
• Stroke rhythm: entry, catch and sweep
• Gaining longer, stronger strokes

Week 4: Arms above water and rotation

• Warm up and review arms under water 
• Correct positioning of arms and hands
• Stroke rhythm: entering and exiting the water
• Rotating to increase stroke length and minimise resistance

Week 5: Mini squad

• Warm up and review
• Stroke count test

You need to be able to swim 100m freestyle continuously to benefit from this course.

Are there stroke improvement courses at another location? 

This course is also offered at Collingwood Leisure Centre.

How do I find out more information?

For more information please speak to our friendly customer service staff or send us an email at yarraleisure@yarracity.vic.gov.au.