Building Dives From The Ground Up
Drills let coaches isolate the parts of a dive. Fix one piece at a time. Build correct patterns through repetition. Then watch your divers excel. Find drills for every aspect of diving below.
How to Teach a Rip
Teaching excellent entries starts on dryland. Learn the drills that help divers shape up, swim out, and pike save their way to a clean rip.
View Resource3 Twisting Basics for Beginners
Have a diver who just can't seem to figure out twisting? Teaching it doesn't have to be complicated. Learn the basics of the flip, the twist, and how to combine them into a front full.
Learn Techniques
Back Take-offs with Roland King
Laern what a good back take-off should look like. Roland King goes over balance, posture, and lift.
Watch Clinic
How to Teach a Rip
A strong rip is the result of body alignment, timing, and trust in the entry, not just arm speed at the finish. This resource breaks down how to teach rip mechanics progressively, helping athletes understand when to apply force and how to maintain body tension through the entry.
3 Twisting Basics for Beginners
Master the fundamentals of twisting with this beginner-friendly framework. Learn how to initiate twists safely, maintain control throughout the rotation, and develop confidence in your twisting technique.
Back Take-offs with Roland King
Join expert coach Roland King as he breaks down the critical elements of successful back take-offs. Learn how to teach proper balance, posture, and controlled lift for consistent and powerful back take-offs.
Skill Development Through Progression
Drills are tools. This library organizes them by what they're building toward, so you can find the right tool for the right moment.
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Foundation & Learning
Approach, Hurdle & Board Comfort
- Hop HurdleMember Only
- Teaching Hop HurdleMember Only
- Flamingo Hop Drill (Hurdle)Member Only
- Riding the BoardMember Only
- How to Improve Forward ApproachMember Only
- Dryland BasicsMember Only
- Hurdle Leg Drill – Marc CahalaneMember Only
- Hurdle Leg DrillMember Only
- Hurdle Drill for Hanging 10Member Only
- Front HurdleMember Only
- Hop HurdleMember Only
Takeoff Mechanics
- Front Takeoff ConnectionMember Only
- Front Take Off ProgressionMember Only
- Teaching Back PressMember Only
- Reverse Take Off DrillMember Only
- Armcircle DrillMember Only
- Fast Arms and Separation DrillMember Only
- How to Line Up and Rip a DiveMember Only
- How to Teach Back and Reverse – Todd WaikelMember Only
- TakeoffsMember Only
- Forward Running Platform TakeoffMember Only
- Preventing Crow HoppingMember Only
- Crow HopMember Only
Rotation & Air Awareness
Somersault Development
- FlippingMember Only
- 203C TipsMember Only
- Spin FasterMember Only
- 107C Tutorial – Abel SanchezMember Only
- Circle Out Drill, Lateral Come OutMember Only
Directional Dives
- Forward Vols and OpsMember Only
- Back DiveMember Only
- Reverse DiveMember Only
- InwardMember Only
- Back Take-offs – Roland KingMember Only
- How to Start a Back OptionalMember Only
Visual Spotting
- Spotting in DivingMember Only
- Back Optionals SpottingMember Only
Modeling & Kickouts
- Front Dive ModelMember Only
- Back Dive ModelMember Only
- Reverse Dive ModelMember Only
- Inward Dive ModelMember Only
- Back Dive Kickout DrillMember Only
- Back and Reverse Tuck KickoutMember Only
- Reverse Drills / ModelingMember Only
- Back and Reverse Kick Out DrillMember Only
Twisting & Direction
Twist Initiation & Progression
- Front TwistersMember Only
- Front TwistersMember Only
- Back TwistersMember Only
- Modelling TwistersMember Only
- 1m Back Twist ProgressionMember Only
- 3 Twisting Basics for BeginnersMember Only
- Gymnastics Twisting DrillsMember Only
- Gymnastics Twisting for Beginners (PDF)Member Only
- Back Twister Drill in BeltMember Only
- Initiating a Back Twister – Jeff ShafferMember Only
- Tramp Twisting DrillMember Only
- 5333 Tutorial – Abel SanchezMember Only
- Twister Practice DemoMember Only
Body Position & Entries
Entries & Finish
- Front EntriesMember Only
- Poolside Drills (Entries)Member Only
- Headstand DrillMember Only
- Back Hook Drill – Joe ChiricoMember Only
- How to Teach a RipMember Only
- Underwater Entry DemoMember Only
- Handstand DrillMember Only
- Plank and Hold Legs DrillMember Only
- 3m Line Up DrillMember Only
When You Don't Have a Pool
No pool? No problem. It's been estimated that upwards of 75% of diving technique can be developed outside the water. From drilling correct movement patterns to working on strength and flexibility, these dryland resources keep your athletes progressing, even if the pool is closed.
Dryland, Strength & Mobility
- Dryland Training for DiversMember Only
- Diving ExercisesMember Only
- Diving Mobility Exercises ProgressionMember Only
- Strength Training for DiversMember Only
- Tips and Tricks for DiversMember Only
- Techniques and Tips for Competitive DiversMember Only