Syncronized swim

Thank the sequin-covered scrunchie gods it's SYNCHRO SWIM TIME!

Artistic swimming—formerly known as synchronized swimming—is a wild and wonderful #Olympic sport. While the athleticism of artistic swimming really can’t be overstated, it’s also impossible to deny that the sport’s aesthetic—in combination with just how hardcore it is—is what makes it truly mesmerizing to watch. Even though the sport has gotten away from its Golden Age of Hollywood–roots, it’s still got juuuuust enough pizazz to make it particularly appealing to former theater kids (hello!)…

Before it arrived at the Olympics, the game was a display of the carnival and vaudeville The vast majority consider synchronized swimming, which acquired Olympic status in 1984, as a newcomer sport that goes back just to the extent Esther Williams’ midce…

brad walls' intimate and unique perspective on synchronized swimming reveals the splendorous poetry and rhythm of the aquatic stunts.

Synchronized Swimming lift

Members of the synchronized swimming team practice in the pool, 1940s. © Vassar College, Archives & Special Collections Ref. # Ph.f10.16

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