Some aspects of modernization of existing approaches and methods of teaching in high school swimming

In this paper, learning to swim is considered as an integral part of the Russian system of physical education. Disclosed some aspects of the modernization of the existing approaches and teaching methods in accordance with the level of the student contingent and the requirements of modern education. Explanations are given properties of water, the influence of swimming on the development of basic physical qualities. Paying attention to the value of applied swimming. The article will be useful to students of specialized universities and lovers of an active lifestyle.