Repetition is the heartbeat of every skill.
A level of conditioning will enhance ability to improve technique. Don t forget, practice is the heartbeat of skill. Whole Stroke - emphasize other components, i.e., recover pinkies on top, catch, thumbs to centerline on pull, etc. Six Kicks on the Side and Stroke - encourage the continuous fast, steady kick as one leaves the side to stroke. Three Kicks on the Side and Stroke -same emphasis, but takes the swimmer a step closer to the whole stroke.