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The Swimfitter’s Dictionary

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Welcome to the Swimfitter’s Dictionary. Like most sports swimming has a range of terms you may not be familiar with. Our widget below will help you.

Fartlek, Full Stroke, and Alternating Activity are examples of terms you will come across as a Swimfitter. But don't worry help is at hand.

To use the dictionary simply click on the drop-down menu, choose the word and a definition will appear below. If you feel there are any words that should be added let us know. Click here to email us.

Swimfitter's Dictionary
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Swimming.org is home to everything you need to know about swimming. If you are a parent, a non swimmer or just want to improve your technique this is the section for you.

In British Swimming you will find information about the world of high performance sport, including the disciplines of Swimming, Diving, Synchronised Swimming, Water Polo and Disability Swimming.

The ASA is the governing body for the sport in England. In this section you will find all you need to know about joining a club or competing in England and becoming a swimming teacher or coach.

The IoS delivers the ASA’s courses and is a member organisation. Whether you are a teacher, coach, employer or club you will find everything you need to know about qualifications or educating your workforce.

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