For swimmers who struggle with sinking legs, the Masterclass links the catch to body position.

Identifying "dropped elbows" or "pushing down" on the water.

Swim Smooth’s Catch Masterclass is an instructional program designed to improve swimmers' underwater pull, focusing on technique and specific drills to maximize efficiency. The material is aimed at correcting common stroke flaws such as "dropped elbows" to enhance propulsion, though specific content is proprietary to the program.

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While suitable for all levels, it is most beneficial for intermediate to advanced swimmers or triathletes who have hit a performance plateau. Where to Find It

A busy triathlete named Jamie struggled with shoulder fatigue and inefficient swimming. After hearing about Swim Smooth’s “Catch Masterclass,” Jamie borrowed a friend’s DVD copy to understand the “early vertical forearm” (EVF) concept. The visual drills—like the “Moscow Ballet” dry-land exercise and the “Fistglove” progression—transformed Jamie’s feel for the water. Within six weeks, Jamie dropped 12 seconds per 100m and finished a half-Ironman swim leg with energy to spare for the bike. The key wasn’t more strength, but timing and body awareness.