Synchronized swimming

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/synchronized-swimming

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the sport classification?Artistic aquatic sport integrating swimming, dance, and gymnastics
2. What is the international governance?World Aquatics
3. Why do swimmers hold their breath for so long?Swimmers hold their breath for over 60 seconds to do underwater moves. This lets them keep the choreography smooth and match the music while they are below the surface.
4. How do athletes stay in sync while underwater?Athletes use special sculling techniques and strong muscles to move together. They practice the same steps over and over so that everyone stays in time, even when they are underwater.

Artistic Impression: A judging category evaluating the creativity, musicality, and overall presentation of a routine.
Execution: A judging category assessing the technical accuracy and synchronization of movements.
Sculling Techniques: Specific hand movements used to support, propel, and maneuver the body in water.