The woggle, or noodle as they are sometimes known, is an item of swimming equipment in the form of a polythene foam cylinder approximately 3 inches in diameter and 58 inches long.
The main advantage is that it provides a high level of support whilst as the same time allowing the swimmer movement of their arms and legs. The swimmer is able to learn and experience propulsion through the water from both the arms and the legs.
Advantages
Provides a high level of support.
Can be used by adults and children.
Easily used and removed
Allows freedom of movement.
Disadvantages
Limited use for advanced swimmers
Nervous swimmers can ‘clamp’ it between their body and their arms, restricting their arm action.
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