Illinois Swimming

Competitive Clinic
Must have previous Diving experience, no age min or max.

List of Skills

"Competitive Diving Clinic" is a focused training session designed to improve the diving skills of athletes looking to compete, covering aspects like proper entry techniques, different dive categories (forward, back, twist, etc.), body positions (pike, tuck, straight), advanced rotations, and strength and conditioning exercises, often led by experienced coaches to enhance performance in competitive diving events.

Key points about Competitive Diving Clinic:

Skill Level:
Primarily for swimmers with basic diving knowledge who want to progress to competitive diving.

Focus Areas:  
Dive Mechanics:  Refining approach techniques, takeoff positions, rotations, and water entry.

Dive Difficulty:  
Learning and practicing dives with increased complexity based on competition levels.

Body Alignment:  
Emphasizing proper body positioning throughout the dive for maximum points.

Strength Training:
Incorporating exercises to build necessary strength and flexibility for diving maneuvers.

Coaching Expertise:
Led by certified diving coaches with experience in competitive diving, providing personalized feedback and guidance.

Clinic Structure:
Dryland Training:
Strength and conditioning exercises on land to improve core strength and flexibility.

Pool Sessions:
Practicing dives from springboard, focusing on specific techniques and drills.

Video Analysis:
Utilizing video to identify areas for improvement in dive form.

Who might attend a Competitive Diving Clinic: Beginner competitive divers, Experienced divers looking to refine their skills, Divers interested in transitioning to competitive diving, and Athletes preparing for upcoming diving competitions.