All dives can be broken down into various skills . . . the hurdle, the take-off, execution of the dive, the entry, etc. The important aspect of drills and exercises is that it allows a diver to practice and perfect a particular skill without worrying about other aspects of the dive. These skills, or parts of a dive, are easier much to master when practiced by themselves. Once the skill is perfected, it can then be put together with other skills for create a successful dive.
The standing forward dive pike allows the diver to concentrate on proper balance and the execution of the dive and entry without having to worry about the hurdle and take-off.
This drill begins with the diver standing at the end of the diving board with the arms extended over the head. It can be performed on the 1-meter springboard, 3-meter springboard, or 5-meter platform
