Swimming

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What is Swimming about?

Dive into the world of swimming and discover how to move through the water with speed, control and confidence. This practical guide explains the essential strokes, including front crawl, breaststroke, back crawl and butterfly, with clear step-by-step photographs. Learn about training, equipment, fast starts, turns, relays and medleys, while building your understanding of racing techniques and swimming rules. Whether you are a beginner or keen to improve, this book offers useful drills and expert advice for developing your skills.

About the author

Clive Gifford is a British author who loves writing fascinating books about science, history, sport, and even space! He has written over 200 books, including 'Eye Benders', which won the Royal Society Young People's Book Prize. Clive enjoys making learning fun and is always curious about how things work.