Artistic swimming is a hybrid form of swimming, gymnastics, and dance consisting of swimmers performing a synchronised routine of complex and dynamic underwater movements (known as figures) and arm movements in the water accompanied by music
Athletes need to be comfortable in the water and demonstrate outstanding fitness both in and out of the water. Artistic swimmers are known to be some of the fittest athletes in the world!
Imagine running a race but holding your breath while doing it. Athletes need to practice:
These individual routines are called figures and are typically movements between one or more of the 19 basic artistic swimming positions. Most figures also involve the swimmer holding their legs out of the water.
Can boys compete in Artistic Swimming?
We welcome and encourage males to join our sport. They can participate as part of standard club lessons. In addition, male athletes can take part in subsidised talent & high performance programs as part of Artistic Swimming Australia.