If you’re nervous or still new to swimming, ask a friend or family member to spot you while you practice your front float. Don’t feel comfortable in the water yet? Try dipping your toe in to get a feel for it. Walk into the pool slowly and calmly, going at your own pace.
For even more support, put a floatation device underneath each armpit or your stomach. This will help support your upper body and let you relax a little more. Pool noodles can help you greatly with getting your body positions right in the water. You can use them either on your back or on your front to start floating. Pool noodles can give you a middle ground, without really bringing you up above the water. They keep you right on that surface level, which is great for float practice.
If you’re new to swimming, try blowing bubbles while your face is underwater. You can do this by gently blowing the air out of your mouth.
If you’re wearing goggles, look down at the bottom of the pool and enjoy the view! You may also want to wear a nose clip to keep water out of your nose while you float face down. If you’re feeling nervous, hang onto the pool wall when you bend forward. That way, you’ll stay in the same spot and you can quickly pick your head up if you need to.
Keep your legs slightly open behind you.
To get good at the front float, try practicing it 5 to 10 times in a row.
Some people find it difficult to keep their legs from sinking in this position. If that’s the case, focus on engaging your core to keep your body in a straight line.
Continue to alternate and float this way for as long as you like. Moving your arms and legs helps strengthen your core so you can front float better.
Repeat this for as long as you like. This drill is similar to the “Y” drill, except you’ll be moving your arms and legs outwards and inwards at the same time instead of alternating them. This drill also helps strengthen your core and improve your front float.
