Freestyle kick on side one arm on top other down without kick board

Freestyle side kick. In freestyle swimming, the side kick is often used as a drill to improve body position and kicking technique.

Body Position:

Start by floating on your side in the water. Keep your body in a straight line from head to toe. Rotate your body slightly so that one side is facing one side.

Arm Position:

The arm that is facing down should be extended forward in the direction you are swimming. The arm that is facing up should be kept by your side with your hand resting on your thigh.

Head Position:

Keep your head in a neutral position, looking side. Try to keep your face half underwater and half above the surface of the water.

Kicking:

Initiate a flutter kick from your hip, keeping your legs relatively straight with a slight bend in your knees. The kick should come from your hips, not just your knees. Kick continuously and rhythmically.

Breathing:

Breathe your head to the side when needed.

Switch Sides:

After a set period or distance, switch to the other side by rolling your body to the opposite side.

This drill helps swimmers develop balance, rotation, and a strong flutter kick. It’s also useful for working on breathing technique. As with any swimming technique, practice is key to improvement.