Remember, the diver is tired not comatose. He can help by kicking some too.
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del_mo:The timing of this tread couldn't be better for me. I've started my DM program and next week will be the first pool sessions. I've been debating whether to pull or push. My issue is the pool is 25 yards long. Is it feasible to even consider the push in a pool? Aside for who's head hits the wall, I'm seeing the turn around as my biggest issue since time is involved.
Any recommendations?
Walter:Drop #2, it'll kick your butt. It's an exhausting tow. Try it against a current some time.
rakkis:Tired diver tows are pretty simple to understand once show how. However, if your instructor hasn't shown you how to do that skill in confined water, it makes me wonder if he hasn't skipped something else.
No matter what agency you're learning from, EVERY SKILL has to be demonstrated and successfully completed by the student in confined water first. Additionally, your instructor is responsible for demonstrating that skill prior to having you perform it. Anything less is just cutting corners and irresponsible on his part.
del mo:The timing of this tread couldn't be better for me. I've started my DM program and next week will be the first pool sessions. I've been debating whether to pull or push