Filming Guide

To get the most accurate and useful stroke analysis, please follow the guidelines below when filming your video. High-quality footage helps us provide detailed feedback on technique, efficiency, and performance.

Overview

• Swimmer should swim one continuous 50-yard swim.
• Swim at approximately 80% effort using your normal stroke technique.
• Swimmer should complete a legal turn at the 25-yard mark (e.g., flip turn or open turn, depending on stroke).
• Film the entire 50 yards without interruptions.

Camera Positioning

• Someone should walk alongside the swimmer to capture the video.
• You may film:
  • Above water: Holding a smartphone or camera steady and walking along the pool deck.
  • Below water: Using a waterproof camera like a GoPro at lane-level.
• Keep the swimmer in frame at all times, ideally showing:
  • Full body motion
  • Entry and pull pattern
  • Kick and body position

Camera Tips

• Film in landscape orientation (horizontal).
• Use the highest resolution available (1080p or higher).
• Minimize shakiness—use a stabilizer or walk steadily.
• Make sure lighting is good; avoid strong glare or dark shadows.

Coming Soon: Sample Videos

We'll be adding examples of both above-water and underwater footage soon so you can see exactly what we're looking for.

Need Help?

If you're unsure about how to film or what’s needed, contact us and we’ll walk you through it.