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PHYSICAL EDUCATION
AND
HEALTH 12
AQUATICS
Prepared by:
Ms. Arnelette B. Tubay, LPT

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 San Pablo Colleges
Senior High School Department

RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES

AQUATICS
MODULE 2: SWIMMING STROKES

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OVERVIEW:
Human swimming typically consists of repeating a specific body motion or swimming stroke to
propel that body forward. There are many kinds of strokes, each defining a different swimming
style or crawl.

ENGAGEMENT

Lets play, 4 pics one word. Try to asnwer this game for you to know what is our topic for this
module. Put your asnwer on the in each empty box of letter.

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 EXPLORATION

Swimming Strokes

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A method of moving the arms and legs to push against the water and propel the swimm
er forward
Any one of the repeated movements of the limbs and body used for locomotion in swim
ming or rowing.

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8 DIFFERENT SWIMMMING STYLES AND STROKES
Whether you want to learn how to swim for competition, exercise, or safety, it’s best to learn
several different swimming strokes as each offer different advantages in different situations.

1. Freestyle/Front Crawl
The front crawl is likely the first swimming stroke you think of when you picture swimming. It is
commonly called the freestyle stroke as most swimmers choose to use this stroke in freestyle
events as it is the fastest.
To execute the front crawl;
You lie on your stomach with your body parallel to the water.
Propel yourself forward with alternating arm movements in a sort of windmill motion
that starts by pushing underwater and recovers above water.
Your legs should propel you with a flutter kick, which is performed with pointed feet as
your legs move up and down in alternation.
Do not bend your legs at the knee.

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 2. Backstroke
The backstroke requires similar movements to the front crawl, but it is done, as the name
suggests, on your back. Doctors often recommend this stroke to individuals with back problems
as it provides a great back workout.
To perform backstroke;
While floating on your back, alternate your arms with a windmill-like motion to
propel yourself backwards.
Like the front crawl, your arms should start the circular motion by pushing
underwater and recovering above water.
Your legs should engage in a flutter kick. Your face should be above the surface
as you look straight up.
Keep your body as straight as possible, with a slight decline in the lower body to
keep your legs underwater.
Don’t allow your hips to get too low or your body to bend too much or it will
slow you down. Keep your legs close together and use the motion from your hips
to get a more powerful kick.
Your face will remain out of the water, but you will still want to be cognizant of
your breathing rhythm. Again, match your breaths to your strokes.

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 3. Breaststroke
The breaststroke is the slowest competitive swimming stroke, and it is the most commonly
learned stroke. It’s often taught to beginner swimmers because it does not require putting your
head underwater. .
To perform breaststroke;
This stroke is performed with your stomach facing down.
Your arms move simultaneously beneath the surface of the water in a half circular
movement in front of your body. Your legs perform the whip kick at the same time.
The whip kick is executed by bringing your legs from straight behind you close to your
body by bending both at your knees and at your hips.
Your legs then move outward and off to the side before extending and coming back
together. This swimming technique is often compared to a frog’s movement.
Time each arm stroke to match your leg movements for more effective propulsion by
resting the arms while the legs kick, and straightening the legs while the arms push you
forward.
This way, there is always something working to continue forward movement.

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 4. Butterfly
The butterfly is an advanced swimming stroke that provides an excellent workout. It can be
more difficult and tiring to learn, but it is also a lot of fun.

To perform butterfly;
Start horizontal with your stomach facing the bottom of the pool.
Bring your arms simultaneously over your head and push them into the water to propel
you forward and bring them up out of the water again to repeat.
As you move your arms into the water, you will push your head and shoulders above the
surface of the water.
Your legs will perform a dolphin kick, which requires your legs to stay together and
straight as you kick them similarly to how a dolphin’s lower body and tail moves. Move
your body in a fluid wave-like motion.
The best time to take a breath will be when your arms are just starting to come out of
the water, just before you begin the next forward thrust. Lift your head straight in front
of you during this move and do not turn your head to the side.

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 5. Sidestroke
It is most commonly used by lifeguards when they rescue someone, as this stroke most easily
allows you to pull something along with you.
It’s one of the easier strokes to learn, and can be a nice break from the more popular swim
strokes if you’re looking to add more variety into your routine.
To perform sidestroke;
One way to remember the sidestroke is by comparing it to apple picking.
Your first arm will stretch above your head and pick an apple, then your hands will meet
in front of your chest.
The first arm hands the apple to the second arm (the side of the body that is on top and
partly out of the water).
The second arm will reach out to toss the apple behind you as the first arm reaches
above your head for another apple.

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 6. Elementary Backstroke
This is a variation from the typical backstroke you see. It uses a reversed breaststroke kick while
your arms move in sync beneath the water. It’s called “elementary” because of its simple
technique that’s easy to pick up, and is often one of the first swim strokes taught to new
swimmers for this reason.
To perform Elementary Backstroke;
Bring your hands to your armpits like a monkey, spread your arms like an airplane, and
then push them down to your sides like a soldier.

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 7. Combat Sidestroke
The combat side stroke is a kind of a combination of breaststroke, freestyle, and, obviously,
sidestrokes. It reduces the swimmer’s profile in the water, making them less visible while
allowing them to swim with maximum efficiency–two critical criteria
To perform Combat sidestroke;

You will focus on balance, length, and rotation. The combat side stroke is a relatively
complicated stroke to learn

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 8. Trudgen
This stroke evolved from the sidestroke and is named after the English swimmer John Trudgen.
You swim mostly on your side, alternating lifting each arm out of the water and over your
head.
To perform Trudgen;

It uses a scissor kick that only comes in every other stroke.

When your left arm is over your head, you spread your legs apart to prepare to kick, and
then as the arm comes down you straighten your legs and snap them together for the
scissor kick.
This stroke is particularly unique because your head remains above the water for the
entirety.

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 EXPLANATION
MODULE 2: SWIMMING STROKES
Full Name: Date:

Strand & Section: Score:

FOR THIS ACIVITY I WAN YOU TO DIFFERENTIATE THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF SWIMMING
STROKES TO ONE ANOTHER. PUT YPUR ANSWER ON THE CHART GIVEN BELOW. (4pts each)

TRUDGEN FREESTYLE

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 COMBAT SIDESTROKE BACKSTROKE

ELEMENTARY BACKSTROKE BREASTSTROKE

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BUTTERFLY SIDETROKE

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 EXTENSION
MODULE 2: SWIMMING STROKES
Full Name: Date:

Strand & Section: Score:

IF YOU WILL BE GIVEN A CHANCE TO BECOME A SWIMMER THEN YOU WILL GOING TO COMPETE, IN
THE 8 TYPES OF SWIMMING STROKES WHAT WILL YOU PURSUE? CHOOSE 3 TYPES OF STROKES. PUT
YOUR ANSWER ON THE SWIMMING POOL GIVEN BELOW. (5pts each)

FIRST CHOICE: ____________________________________

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SECOND CHOICE: ____________________________________
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EVALUATION
MODULE 2: SWIMMING STROKES
Full Name: Date:

Strand & Section: Score:

I.MATCHING TYPE: Match the swimming strokes description from Column A to Column B.
Write only the letter of the correct answer on the space provided each number. (1pt each)

Column A

_______1. This is the slowest competitive swimming stroke, and it is the most commonly
learned stroke.

_______2. It reduces the swimmer’s profile in the water, making them less visible while
allowing them to swim with maximum efficiency–two critical criteria for combat operations
that require swimming on the surface.
_______3. It is the second fastest competitive stroke, and the favorite stroke of Olympic legend
Michael Phelps.
_______4. It is most commonly used by lifeguards when they rescue someone, as this stroke
most easily allows you to pull something along with you.
_______5. You swim mostly on your side, alternating lifting each arm out of the water and over
your head.
_______6. It uses a reversed breaststroke kick while your arms move in sync beneath the
water.
_______7. Doctors often recommend this stroke to individuals with back problems as it
provides a great back workout.

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_______8. It’s often taught to beginner swimmers because it does not require putting your
head underwater.
_______9. Time your breathing to match your swimming strokes by turning your head to the
side while your arm is in the recovery (above water) position.
_______10. It’s one of the easier strokes to learn, and can be a nice break from the more
popular swim strokes if you’re looking to add more variety into your routine.
_______11. This is a relatively complicated stroke to learn.
_______12. This stroke is particularly unique because your head remains above the water for
the entirety.
_______13. This is an advanced swimming stroke that provides an excellent workout.
_______14. This is an older swimming style that is not typically used in swim competitions, but
is still an important stroke to learn for safety reasons.
_______15. This stroke is often taught to children using fun nicknames for the parts of the
movement.
_______16. Your face will remain out of the water, but you will still want to be cognizant of
your breathing rhythm.
_______17. This stroke is performed with your stomach facing down.
_______18. The best time to take a breath will be when your arms are just starting to come out
of the water, just before you begin the next forward thrust.
_______19. Propel yourself forward with alternating arm movements in a sort of windmill
motion that starts by pushing underwater and recovers above water.
_______20. It involves swimming on your side, as the name implies, propelling yourself
forward with a scissor kick and alternating arm movements.

(EYES HERE: REPETITION OF ANSWER IS POSSIBLE)

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 Column B
A. TRUDGEN
B. FREESTYLE
C. COMBAT SIDESTROKE
D. BACKSTROKE
E. ELEMENTARY BACKSTROKE
F. BREASTSTROKE
G. BUTTERFLY
H. SIDESTROKE

II. ESSAY
1. What is Breaststroke?
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2. What is Backstroke?
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3. What is Butterfly?
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Reference

(n.d.). Retrieved from

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Swimming_stroke#:~:text=Human%20swimming%20typically%20
consists%20of,to%20propel%20that%20body%20forward.&text=In%20high%20school%2C%20c
ollegiate%2C%20and,(front%20crawl%20and%20backstroke).

(n.d.). Retrieved from https://swimjim.com/blog/8-different-swimming-styles-strokes/

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