Beginner Springboard Diving Program
Discover the thrill of the springboard!
This 6-week progressive program is your child's first step into the exhilarating world of diving. Led by Coach Emily, this curriculum focuses on building fundamental technique, ensuring safety, and boosting the confidence needed to succeed on the board. Ages 6-10
Program Focus:
Board Safety & Control: Mastering safety rules and proper board etiquette.
- The Approach & Takeoff: Developing the crucial rhythm and timing of the hurdle, and executing the powerful takeoff necessary to gain height and controlled rotation.
- Body Positions & Entries: Mastering the three required body positions in the air: Straight (A), Pike (B), and Tuck (C).
- Skill Progression: Moving from basic jumps and front entries to controlled dives and flips, setting the foundation for more advanced skills.
Class Structure:
Our one-hour session is structured for optimal learning and engagement, divided into three key segments.
- Dry Land - We start out of the water with dynamic stretching, conditioning, and specific dry land drills. This segment is crucial for developing the strength, flexibility, and muscle memory needed for controlled aerial movement.
- Board Work - We then move to the springboard for focused, personalized instruction. Students apply the dry land work directly to their hurdle, and take off under the coach's supervision.
- Game & Review - The session concludes with a fun, group-based game or activity in the water, followed by a quick review of the skills learned that day.
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Intermediate Springboard Diving Program
This intermediate-level class is designed for young divers ages 10-16 who have either completed the Beginner Diving Program or have prior springboard diving experience. Coach Emily provides supportive, encouraging instruction to help each athlete continue growing in confidence, skill, technique, and body control.
Program Focus/Class Structure:
Divers will build on the dry land drills, stretching, approaches, and line-ups introduced at the beginner level, strengthening their fundamentals and preparing them for more advanced skills. As they progress, athletes will begin learning their voluntary dives, including: Front dive, Back dive, Back dive half twist, Inward dive, and Reverse dive
Each participant will receive positive, individualized coaching to help them advance safely at their own pace while having fun and feeling proud of their progress.
This class is ideal for children who are ready for a new challenge and excited to expand their diving skills in a fun, structured environment.
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