Springboard and Platform Dives and Diving Technique
Diving can be a confusing sport. How do you properly execute a forward dive pike, what exactly is a “rip entry,” or which platform level am I supposed to dive from? The questions are endless! Look for your answer here or ask us a question.
Forward Line-Up From the 3-meter Springboard
The forward line-up is one of the most important diving exercises that a diver can master - it can lead to the classic rip entry.
The forward line-up is one of the most important diving exercises that a diver can master - it can lead to the classic rip entry.
Standing Forward Dive in the Pike Position
The forward dive pike from a standing start is a fundamental drill that all divers should practice whether they are a beginner or seasoned veteran.
The forward dive pike from a standing start is a fundamental drill that all divers should practice whether they are a beginner or seasoned veteran.
Understanding Diving - The Basic Elements
Any understanding of the sport of diving begins by learning about the basic elements that make up a dive and the diving meets in which they are used.
Any understanding of the sport of diving begins by learning about the basic elements that make up a dive and the diving meets in which they are used.
Types of Dives used in Springboard and Platform Diving
Six types of dives are used in springboard and platform diving. Four of these involve somersaulting. A fifth type adds twists to a dive and finally, the armstand is used exclusively in platform diving.
Six types of dives are used in springboard and platform diving. Four of these involve somersaulting. A fifth type adds twists to a dive and finally, the armstand is used exclusively in platform diving.
Back Dive in the Tuck Position - Step by Step Instructions
Step by step instructions on how to execute a back dive in the tuck position from a one-meter springboard with proper springboard diving technique.
Step by step instructions on how to execute a back dive in the tuck position from a one-meter springboard with proper springboard diving technique.
The Four Positions in Diving
The flight of a dive must be performed in one of four positions: tuck, pike, straight, and free.
The flight of a dive must be performed in one of four positions: tuck, pike, straight, and free.
Forward Dive Pike - Step by Step Instructions
Step by step instructions on how to properly execute a forward dive in the pike position from either a one- or three-meter springboard.
Step by step instructions on how to properly execute a forward dive in the pike position from either a one- or three-meter springboard.
How to Create a Rip Entry in Diving - Three Important Elements
A rip entry in springboard and platform diving is a key element needed for successful completion of a dive. Three important parts of a rip are the flat hand, arm position, and body alignment.
A rip entry in springboard and platform diving is a key element needed for successful completion of a dive. Three important parts of a rip are the flat hand, arm position, and body alignment.
A Primer on Diving
Diving is classified as an art as well as a sport. Beauty and grace must be added to feats of strength and agility while the body is moving through the air. The diver must have total body control and good kinesthetic awareness.
Diving is classified as an art as well as a sport. Beauty and grace must be added to feats of strength and agility while the body is moving through the air. The diver must have total body control and good kinesthetic awareness.
Diving from The Sports Web
Pictures and descriptions of dives, with good explanations of what to watch for in a diving competition.
Pictures and descriptions of dives, with good explanations of what to watch for in a diving competition.
Platform Diving Animated Views
We have developed a simulation of a human diver with 38 controlled degrees of freedom (MPEG or Quicktime).
We have developed a simulation of a human diver with 38 controlled degrees of freedom (MPEG or Quicktime).