Performance diagnostics in swimming with a 10 camera system

Flemish Swimming Federation in Antwerp

Objective of the project

As part of the project, a comprehensive and versatile analysis system for performance diagnostics of swimming athletes was developed for both training and competition. The Flemish Swimming Federation built a new pool exclusively for competitive swimming. During the planning phase, the integration of portholes for underwater cameras was taken into account to facilitate the installation of a video system within the swimming pool.

Purpose and area of application of the swim analysis

The swim analysis is used in professional competitive sports and includes start, turn, and race analysis (“Race Analysis”).

Start- und Turn Analysis

In addition to recording split times, the Race Analysis provides a detailed evaluation of stroke technique, including stroke rate, stroke length, and the number of strokes.

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Race Analysis

In addition to recording split times, the Race Analysis offers a detailed evaluation of stroke technique, including stroke rate, stroke length, and the number of strokes.

Comprehensive swimming analysis with TV screen and analysis room

Since the final installation of the CONTEMPLAS system, the Swim Performance Analysis is in everyday use. Coaches use these tools to give instant feedback to athletes and provide them the opportunity to adjust the technique parameter. In order to detect the small differences between the world best swimmers, every detail counts. This high performance system allows the measurement of such details and makes the difference between success and failure. By creating an elite system in collaboration with CONTEMPLAS we look already forward to the Olympic games of 2020.

Stijn CortenPerformance Analyst, Flemish Swimming Federation

Which additional value has the analysis system created for the Flemish Swimming Federation in Antwerp?

Quick availability of analysis data: Thanks to an optimised workflow that significantly reduces data processing time and requires fewer devices, results are available much more quickly. In addition, a quantitative evaluation of technical skills is possible.
Direct feedback: Swimmers receive immediate feedback on their technique within a few seconds, enabling them to recognise and correct incorrect movement patterns immediately. This promotes faster adaptation and improvement in training and competition.

USED PRODUCTS

10 Cameras

TV Screen

Tablet

PC/ Notebook

The system comprises ten high-resolution cameras that capture all relevant movements of the swimmers both above and below water, providing precise data to optimise techniques. The system is intuitively controlled via a tablet, allowing coaches to easily and flexibly operate the cameras and software.

Visual feedback via TV monitor: An additional poolside TV monitor offers swimmers instant visual feedback. This enables athletes to view their movements immediately after recording and make targeted adjustments. The combination of visual feedback and technical analysis promotes immediate performance and technique optimisation.