Diagram Elementary Backstroke. As its name indicates it is swum on the back and uses a simple arm stroke in conjunction with a breaststroke kick for propulsion. However it is necessary to have a reasonably good balance on the back.
The elementary backstroke is not the same as the back crawl or plain backstroke rather the elementary backstroke is like an upside down version of the breaststroke. While this is a relaxing stroke it is still possible to propel oneself through. The body is in a supine position in the water.
The elementary backstroke allows a beginner swimmer to learn the backward gliding motion through the water without incorporating the complication of breathing.
This video describes how to swim elementary backstroke. While this is a relaxing stroke it is still possible to propel oneself through. The body is in a supine position in the water. However it is necessary to have a reasonably good balance on the back.
