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Stationary Sculling



Have you tried doing a stationary scull to assist a static float? Or experimenting with different shapes? This photo shows a star shape and the group then tried rotating one way then the other, while maintaining a streamlined position as an extra challenge. This practice helps to understand the importance of sculling – tilt the hand to push the water in one direction and the body moves in the opposite direction (for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction).