500 free - what stroke/s are acceptable? Can I mix them?

Former Member
Former Member
I'm doing some 500's, have always done what most call freestyle. Can I ever mix in other strokes? Do I need to do the same stroke throughout? I'd love to do some backstroke during it. Am also aiming for an 800. I've read the rulebook and either not understood or not seen an answer to my questions. Thanks! I've only been racing 3 years. Debra, Ohio :)
Parents
  • I find that the rule is very short and dry. You want the interpretations, and this is the best place: www.usaswimming.org Member Resources (top bar) Officials (middle section) Education and Training (w/in Officials section) Education and Training Resources (w/in above section left bar) Official's Manual/Guide to Officiating (almost there, about 1/2 page down) Chapter 5 - go to freestyle section!
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  • I find that the rule is very short and dry. You want the interpretations, and this is the best place: www.usaswimming.org Member Resources (top bar) Officials (middle section) Education and Training (w/in Officials section) Education and Training Resources (w/in above section left bar) Official's Manual/Guide to Officiating (almost there, about 1/2 page down) Chapter 5 - go to freestyle section!
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