This course is for students already proficient in swimming. Students need to be able to swim 50 yards of freestyle with rotary breathing plus 25 yards of either the backstroke or breaststroke. The course will progress from workouts designed by the instructor to self-designed practices by the end of the semester. The different energy systems and how to train them will be discussed, and examples given as part of the practice. There will also be an element of stroke technique and drill work as part of the course, including turns.

Units: 4

Max Enrollment: 16

Prerequisites: Proficiency in swimming is necessary.

Typical Periods Offered: Spring

Semesters Offered this Academic Year: Fall; Not Offered; Spring