The Swimming Instructor - William Wilson - Bog

The Swimming Instructor: A Treatise On The Arts Of Swimming And Diving (1883) by William Wilson is a comprehensive guide to the techniques and skills involved in swimming and diving. The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different aspect of swimming and diving, from the basics of swimming strokes and breathing techniques to more advanced techniques such as diving and underwater swimming.The book begins with an introduction to the benefits of swimming and diving, including improved fitness, strength, and flexibility. It then moves on to cover the different swimming strokes, including the breaststroke, backstroke, and freestyle, providing detailed instructions on how to perform each stroke correctly.In addition to swimming strokes, the book also covers diving techniques, including the forward dive, back dive, and inward dive. It provides guidance on how to execute each dive safely and effectively, as well as tips for improving form and technique.Throughout the book, Wilson emphasizes the importance of proper technique and form, and provides detailed illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the correct movements and positions involved in each swimming and diving technique.Overall, The Swimming Instructor is a comprehensive guide to the art of swimming and diving, providing valuable information and guidance for swimmers of all levels, from beginners to advanced athletes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.