Prerequisite: Neutral and stable belly-flying position, on or off the net.
Desired outcome: Move forward and backward with correct upper- and lower-body inputs, stop between movements, and maintain altitude, stability, heading, and control.
Key points:
- Start and stop basic movement by extending and retracting the arms or legs.
- Return to neutral and stop completely before beginning the next movement.
- Maintain a symmetrical arch and manage heading with small upper-body corrections.
- For advanced movement, combine upper- and lower-body inputs. Widen the knees to accelerate forward and narrow them to accelerate backward.
- Faster movement requires an earlier and stronger stopping input.
Coaching and safety: Establish clear stopping references and keep the student away from a doorway-facing heading. Select an altitude and speed that match the student's demonstrated control.