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Swimming: Butterfly

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Kick 5 x 25m (5 x 1 length) Butterfly on your
side holding a float with your arm stretched
forwards and the other arm by your side with
40 sec rest after each length. Keep your feet
together.
Easy Effort.

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Butterfly

Swim 5 x 25m (5 x 1 length) Butterfly with 25
sec rest after each length. Count your strokes
for each length taking one stroke less each
time or practice a Top Tip from the back of the
splash card.
Easy Effort.

Technique

Butterfly

Swim 6 x 25m (6 x 1 length) Butterfly with 20
sec rest after each length. Every 3rd length
choice stroke Kick with a float. Breath freely
and practice the timing of your breathing.
Easy / Moderate Effort.

Technique

Butterfly

Swim 6 x 25m (6 x 1 length) Butterfly with 25
sec rest after each length. Count your strokes
for each length taking a stroke less each time.
Easy Effort.

Technique

Butterfly

Swim 12 x 25m (12 x 1 length) Butterfly with 20
sec rest after each length. Every 3rd length Kick
with or without a float held out in front with
straight arms. (If selecting a small float ensure it
has good flexibility). Easy / Moderate Effort.

Technique

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