Better Backstroke Package

The Better Backstroke Package is a set of eight progressive swim practices created to assist an intermediate-level swimmer in improving their backstroke technique.

You can watch online swimming videos to learn, however it is difficult sort the helpful from the not helpful. This package curates swim drills and instruction in a progressive order to built a better backstroke. The result is a comfortable and competent backstroke you can use for varied swim practice or events — including high school or Masters competitions.

Durable, waterproof cards makes it easy to use at the pool. Use them more than once, or pass on to a friend or swim buddy.

Each practice focuses on a key area of improvement, including:

• Powerful backstroke posture
• Efficient kicking and body rotation
• Stronger pull with optimal hand and arm movement
• Good alignment down the lane

Each practice includes drills that teach effective backstroke technique, integrated with swim sets that reinforce a specific skill.All cards include a QR code linking to online videos that demonstrate the drills.

Available Sizes:

• 8½ x 11 inch cards (16pt type)
• 5 x 7 inch cards (10pt type)

Better Backstroke Package

• Practice #1 – Backstroke Kicking and Rotation
• Practice #2 – Backstroke Kicking and Rotation
• Practice #3 – Backstroke Catch and Pull
• Practice #4 – Backstroke Pull Power
• Practice #5 – Backstroke Putting It All Together
• Practice #6 – Backstroke Working Towards Optimal
• Practice #7 – Backstroke Workout 1
• Practice #8 – Backstroke Workout 2

All practices are developed by Carl Millholland, principal of Swim Faster Madison. Coach Carl has taught over 100 swimmers — from adult beginners to state champions — in private 1-on-1 sessions.