The Art of Springboard Diving by F.W. Hobden

The third digit in the dive number is of more interest, as it indicates how many half-revolutions the diver is making. This indicates that the dive is either a normal somersault (0), or is a 'flying dive' (1), which is almost never seen in competition. The second digit of the dive number will always be 0 or 1. The first four dive groups all use three-digit numbers, which have specific meanings. The first digit indicates the basic dive type, specified by a number from 1 to 6. For example, a dive might be labeled 203C, which a knowledgeable fan will recognize as a backward dive with one and a half somersaults performed in the tuck position.īasic Dive Group, the First Digit in the Dive Number

This type of dive is used exclusively in platform diving.Įach dive is identified by a three- or four-digit dive number, which can be interpreted through an understanding of the coding. The sixth type is the armstand, which combines somersaults and twists. A fifth type of dive adds twists to any of the other types. Four of these involve somersaulting, either toward or away from the diving board or platform, and include using a forward approach and hurdle, or a backward press.

Our program focuses on positive learning in a safe and fun environment and provides an opportunity to compete locally and/or nationally.Six basic types of dives are used in springboard and platform diving. However, we understand that everyone has different goals and we will work on an individual basis with each athlete to meet those goals. Each athlete is signing up for practice 3x a week.

The team runs year round and dues are paid monthly. The Nutmeg Dive Team offers both competitive options and non-competitive options to Divers. Nutmeg Dive Team will teach you and train you in the sport of springboard diving through the use of both of our 1m diving boards and training equipment. Height of the boards range from 1m to 3m, with platform diving going as high as 10m! Not sure how high 10m is? Just imagine two giraffes standing on top of each other… and then diving head first from that height! Competitive springboard diving involves one or two divers performing spins, twists and somersaults into a pool from a series of heights. It involves an immense amount of strength, flexibility, and courage. Springboard diving is one of the most spectacular and exciting aquatic sports.

The Art of Springboard Diving by F.W. Hobden