The Complete Idiot's Guide to Swimming

Dive in! The water's fine

Packed with clear, professional instructions, helpful tips and advice, and information on indoor and "open" (ocean) swimming, The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Swimming, has everything a swimmer needs, no matter what skill level, to make the most of their time in the water.

• Detailed instructions for the four basic strokes-breast stroke, backstroke, butterfly, and freestyle-as well as the "fifth stroke" dolphin kick
• Features beautiful underwater and above-water photographs
• Information on programs and exercise drills for fitness and competition