Lane swimming
Lane swimming is the ideal way to work on your fitness and improve your swimming skills, and it can all be done at the Hoornse Vaart swimming pool in Alkmaar. The 50-metre pool is at certain times...
Due to the annual swimming tests and emergency response (BHV) and first aid (EHBO) training, the Hoornse Vaart swimming pool will be closed on Monday 17 August. We will reopen on Tuesday 18 August according to our normal opening hours.
Front crawl swimming course
The front crawl is one of the most popular swimming strokes and is also referred to as the ‘queen of swimming strokes’. It is a challenging stroke that relies on technique, strength and stamina. Through the course, you will learn not only the basic principles of the stroke, but also how to swim efficiently without wasting too much energy.
Queen of the swimming strokes
The course consists of 8 lessons of 45 minutes and is suitable for every level. During the lessons, you will work on learning the correct techniques and improving your swimming style. The instructors will use various exercises to help you master the technique. In addition, we pay attention to breathing, muscle training and improving stamina.
Do you want to improve your technique or learn how to swim front crawl? Then sign up for our front crawl course now and experience the many benefits of this wonderful swimming stroke. Our instructors are ready to guide you and help you achieve your goals.
More information front crawl course
- Start: woensdag 19 augustus 2026 (VOL)
- Cost: € 74,50
- Expensivethe course lasts 8 weeks
- Hello8 Wednesdays from 21:00 to 21:45
- Numbersmaximum of 20 people
- TipNowadays, a swimmer's standard equipment includes a pullbuoy, zoomers (short fins), a kickboard, and swim goggles. Do you have these aids yourself? If so, please bring them to the course!
Range of swimming activities
Front crawl swimming course
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