Arms and legs not working together

Stops kicking when the arms move, or the arm and leg actions fight each other.

Activities that help

• Catch-Up Crawl – One hand waits on a float until the other arm catches up – slows front crawl down so swimmers can feel each part.
• Keep the Engine Running – A partner watches the swimmer's feet: the legs must keep kicking while the arms work – fixes kicks that stop when arms start.
• Stroke Copycat – Swimmers copy the teacher or a leader's stroke on poolside – a quick way to practise switching arm and leg actions.
• Windmill Arms – Swimmers learn the alternating front crawl arm action standing and walking before trying it swimming.