The starts, turns and finish are about 40% of competitive swimming. These important
aspects of swimming are often the difference between or losing a race. In this comprehen-
sive DVD, Tom Jager covers the essential details of starts, turns, and finishes for the
freestyle, breaststroke, butterfly, and backstroke. This informative program will benefit
swimming coaches and swimmers at ali developmental levels. It will also help to make
practices more productive and competitions more successful. 72 minutes. 2005.

The Special Features section provides additional tips and advice for swimmers, parents,
and coaches.

About the Instructor: For nearly a decade, Tom Jager was the world record holder in the
50 Meter Freestyle. Tom competed in the 1984, 1988, and 1992 Olympic games, and
earned five Gold Medals, one Silver Medal, and one Bronze Medal. Currently, Tom is the
head coach for the women's swimming team at the University of Idaho.