Swim Practice - Backstroke and Diving

Collin continues to focus and do great with his swim practice.  Unlike last year, he races to the front door when we arrive at the gym.  No more crying and negotiations to not go inside.  Phew!

Instead of playing around in the water, he pays attention to what Matt has to say.  I can tell this has really helped him advance in just a few weeks.  He is so like me in many ways.  I see it when he is swimming and doing something new.  I wants to follow everything that Matt says and do it as perfectly as he can or he quits and wants to start over.

First, he started with practicing floating and kicking without a splash.  He splashed at first but, after being reminded about the splash, he was able to tighten up his kick.

Next, he practiced his back stroke.  He struggled with this one a little more than Monday because his nose was a little clogged (might be the start of a cold) so it was difficult for him to breathe on his back.  He did do really good despite this.  I was happy to see that he did try and not quit.

He then dove from the side of the pool through a large hoop.  He did jump but ended up landing on his belly. 

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