Past Clinic: All Around Racing Skills, Starts plus Fast Backstroke 12 & Over

Springdale, AR

A description of what was covered at this past clinic is below the upcoming clinics.

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Jonesboro, Arkansas Swim Camp For Ages 11 & over - Jonesboro, AR

Essentials For Faster Racing Swim Camp For Ages 11 & over
Starting Apr 06, 2024

Jonesboro City Pool

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Past Clinic

This 12 and over All Around Racing Skills, Starts plus Fast Backstroke Clinic, led by Olympian Nick Thoman, will teach important elements of how to achieve a highly efficient stroke, improve body position, and become a more well-rounded swimmer.  The clinic will also cover the details for a more explosive and powerful start.  As one of the best and most technically proficient backstrokers in the world, Nick will share insight into his favorite drills, land exercises, and mental strategies that led him to be an Olympic Champion.  Join Nick in this clinic and become a smarter, faster, and more efficient swimmer.

Custom Curriculum - Springdale, AR

BACKSTROKE, RACING SKILLS, AND STARTS:

WATCH THE CLINICIAN: Observe Thoman swim at full speed and demonstrate a progression of perfectly executed drills to achieve powerful, efficient and fast backstroke.

GET UP AND RACE: Race one of the best swimmers in the world and watch his near-flawless technique - achieved by practicing the same drills he will teach you.

HEAR FROM NICK

  • DRYLAND CONNECTION: Learn different stroke concepts and how to activate specific muscle groups that are essential for a fast backstroke.
  • FLEXIBILITY AND STRENGTH: Thoman will lead swimmers through a stretching routine that he does daily to increase his range of motion for more power in the water, but also prevent shoulder strain and injury.
  • WHAT IS HE THINKING: Get inside the mind of one of the best swimmers in the world.  Thoman will dissect his stroke and explain what his mindset is in practice, and how he mentally prepares his body to be race-ready.  Nick will discuss time management strategies that will help athletes balance responsibilities in and out of the pool.
  • ASK QUESTIONS: Swimmers and parents are invited to ask the clinicians questions during a Q&A session.  Hear Thoman talk and gain insight into HIS training regimen, diet and nutrition, recovery tactics, and more!

Take photos wearing Olympic medals, get an autograph, receive a full color Fitter & Faster Tour Yearbook, and a special welcome bag that contains gifts from our sponsors!

Inspired Swimmers are Dedicated Swimmers!

 Each FFT clinic is designed to focus on the unique strengths and experiences of the clinicians at that specific clinic. That's why participants have been to three, four or five and more FFT clinics throughout the country.

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