Discover the four core strokes in swimming
Discover the four core strokes in swimming — Front Crawl, Backstroke, Breaststroke, and Butterfly. Each stroke offers unique benefits and challenges. Learn how to perform them correctly and improve your technique with practical tips.
🏊♂️ Front Crawl (Freestyle)
Fastest and most efficient stroke
Performed with alternating arm pulls and a flutter kick
Benefits: Great for cardio endurance and full-body strength
Tip: Focus on bilateral breathing to improve balance and rhythm
🔙 Backstroke
Swum on the back with a flutter kick and alternating arm movement
Benefits: Improves posture, strengthens back and shoulders
Tip: Keep your hips high and maintain a steady head position
🐸 Breaststroke
A symmetrical stroke using a frog-like kick and simultaneous arm movement
Benefits: Builds coordination and is easy to learn for beginners
Tip: Glide between strokes to maintain momentum and efficiency
🦋 Butterfly
A powerful and demanding stroke with a dolphin kick and simultaneous arm pull
Benefits: Builds upper body strength and core power
Tip: Master body undulation and timing before increasing speed