An Evaluative Study of Swimmers (Freestyle and Breaststroke) Under 12 Years of Age

Abstract

This study examined the effectiveness of a developmental training program on a sample of 15 swimmers aged 9–11 years from Wefaq Club in Taoura. The program was designed to enhance fundamental skills while considering the functional, motor, and psychological characteristics of this age group. Data collection relied on physical tests measuring motor coordination, breathing, distance covered, and performance level, The findings showed that the program significantly improved performance in freestyle swimming, particularly in coordination, breathing, and distance covered, as well as execution speed in both freestyle and breaststroke. However, its effect on coordination and breathing in breaststroke swimming was limited.