Underwater Video Products for Swim Teams     Manufactured by Motivational Concept

Perhaps the best teaching and coaching tool available today! Videotape your swimmers from UNDERWATER where the critical information is and play it back for both of you to see. Turn "B" swimmers into "A" swimmers and Junior National qualifiers into Senior National qualifiers! Never again have a swimmer miss an important cut time by a small margin because of a stroke flaw they can't seem to understand or correct. The best way for coaches to analyze and fully understand their swimmers' technique is by viewing their strokes underwater. The best way for swimmers to CORRECT their stroke technique is to show them exactly what they are (or are not) doing.

Photo 1: Basic AquaCam unit Photo 2: AquaCam connected to a camcorder Photo 3: AquaCam Complete Kit   photo 1 photo 2 photo 3

AquaCam Features: Set-up and breakdown of the AquaCam takes less than one minute! Faster and easier to use than any comparable product on the market today! Works with any VCR or any camcorder with "analog-input" capabilities. Works with any Digital camcorder that has a "video input" function. Swivel head gives you maximum versatility for taping from all angles. It also allows for the best tracking shots along the side of the pool. With a hand-held camcorder the unit is completely portable. Walk from one end of a 50 meter pool to the other while taping front and side views of swimmers that need correction. Start/Stop capability allows you to tape only what you want. You don't have to search through an entire taped practice to find what you want. Rapid charge batteries can give 2 to 3 hours of use on a charge of only 2½ hours. Each AquaCam includes one battery pack and one charger. Ultra-high resolution camera unit for superior video picture quality. Unmatched 3-year warranty.    No AquaCam has ever leaked ! Basic units available in Color ....... or B/W if your team is on a budget. 12 foot waterproof cable, swivel head pole-clip connector, and glare shield included. AquaCam automatically adjusts for outdoor sun or low-level (indoor pool) light conditions. Superior electronics housed in high-impact plastic make our product extremely durable. Start seeing improvement in your swimmers' strokes in minutes (view example below). Options include a 50' video extension cable for sending video to VCR on deck. This allows taping from the front and side without having to move the VCR cart. Swimmers do not have to switch lanes to be taped.        AquaCam Complete Kit Includes: AquaCam unit (color) with rapid-charge batteries and charger Brand new Digital camcorder with video input and an LCD screen. Camcorder plays back in slow-motion and freeze frame on its own screen or onto a TV. We include a "fire-wire" to send taped signal directly to computer for burning to CD or DVD and for those coaches who use computers for re-recording or high-tech digital analysis. AquaCam modifies the camcorder cables for easier use by coaches and to simplify the setup. Camcorder comes with its own battery and charger. Extendable pool brush pole (extends from 4' to 8') Aluminum carrying case with foam padding. Easy instructions for set-up and use         Back to Top

Your choice of a Color or B/W miniature camera is sealed in a durable , water-proof housing. 12 feet of waterproof twin wire lead from the unit and are split at the end into a battery clip (for power) and a video output plug. Just clip the AquaCam onto any pool brush pole and the video lead into your hand-held camcorder (or a VCR on a cart). The operator stands on deck, holding the pole with the AquaCam at the bottom, and dunks the camera under the water when the swimmer comes by. The on/off switch on your camcorder or VCR allows you to tape only what you want, making it easy to cue up and play back for each swimmer or group.

*The video shot at left shows a novice swimmer pulling lots of air with her hand (cavitation) due to a poor entry. *The video frame on the bottom is the same swimmer only 10 minutes later. *The coach explained how "pulling air" makes you loose grip on the water, then showed her the video right on deck with the camcorder screen. *The best way to see, analyze and fully understand your swimmers' technique is by viewing their strokes underwater. *The best way to correct their technique is to show them exactly what they are (or are not) doing. *Stop verbally reminding them over and over again with little results. Show them, in the easiest way possible, with the AquaCam. *Change or modify stroke technique with confidence and watch your swimmers improve instantly! (Full kit photo and accessories shown below) ASCA discount NEW...Digital Video Recorder accessory allows delayed viewing for instant feedback with no effort by coach!      Back to Top

Digital Time-Delay Recording Kit This new product will take your AquaCam one step furthur:           The Digital Time-Delay Recorder can record over 4 hours on it's built-in hard drive. You do not have to be in record mode to use the time-delay function. The unit also plays back your video CD's and DVD's.   Give instant sroke feedback to your swimmers with this kit that includes a Color AquaCam and a time-delay video recorder. This state-of-the-art DIGITAL format (similar to TIVO ®) allows swimmers to see what they have just done with an adjustable video delay ! Just set the delay to allow swimmers time to climb out of the pool and walk to the TV where they will see their entire length or swim from the beginning. The adjustable mounting bracket (included) allows you to position the camera for front or side views and leave it there. The coach can stand by the TV for commentary or work with other swimmers in the pool while the time-delay does it's job for the entire practice. Your swimmers view their technique while the "feel" of their stoke is still fresh in their motor memory. They can make modifications and get immediate visual and sensory feedback on those changes right after the next swim.                        Incredibly easy to use: Clip the AquaCam into the wall mount bracket (included) an place at the side or end of a lane. Plug the AquaCam into the time-delay unit. Plug the time-delay recorder output to a TV Set the delay you want in seconds or minutes Press "Record" and start swimming ! Only $1399.00   (plus shipping) Includes: Color AquaCam, Digital Time-Delay Recorder, 50' video extension cable, quick-clip mounting bracket and easy instructions.(These kits are sold as the time-delay units are available.) Back to Top

(actual still shot taken with the Color AquaCam)

Stroke technique is a hot topic for swimmers, parents, masters, and recreational lap swimmers. Offer clinics or individual stroke sessions where you tape swimmers on videocassettes that they provide. They take them home to view or you can offer analysis for an additional fee. If purchasing for your own team just charge $5.00 per swimmer the first time they are taped to help defray the cost. Many teams have tried this with great success! The first time you tape is a new and exciting prospect for the swimmers and parents. They will gladly pay $5 for this new and exciting technique. Offer to tape masters or rec./lap swimmers while they practice. Ten minutes of taping can give you front and side views of all their strokes and turns. They will readily pay between $15 and $30 for this. Swimmers on a budget can chip in and be recorded together. Groups of 5 to 10 can be taped easily in one lane, single file. Get 2 or 3 strokes and one turn from everyone in less than 30 minutes and charge $10 apiece for a total of $50 to $100. Not only could the AquaCam pay for itself but it could be a successful fund-raiser for you or your club. Back to Top