Feel the Water, Scull the Water

Two weeks ago I introduced sculling to my Swim Yoga class. It was frustrating to many of my students because it was their initial attempt at sculling. When first sculling, you may feel like you're not moving and, unfortunately, that is EXACTLY why you need to scull. Sculling helps you to feel the water, to build sensory awareness.

A good sculling drill to start with is the kickboard sculling drill, as it allows you plenty of oxygen and doesn't distract you with the additional element of kicking. In this drill, you will sit on the kickboard and try to keep your upper arms motionless on the surface of the water while your lower arms (from the elbow to the fingertips) windshield wiper in and out. Keep in mind that this drill requires core strength. Sit up tall and tighten your abs. This drill can be as hard or as easy as you make it - challenge yourself by keeping your muscles taut.