Abstract. In the article, the history of the development of swimming sports, the tasks set before teaching the theory of swimming, the methods of teaching swimming for the first time, the choice of swimming methods, mental preparation, the organization of training groups, the tools and methods used in teaching swimming, swimming topics such as preparatory exercises in training methods, sports swimming methods and special exercises on land and water for initial training are thoroughly explained with scientific and practical bases, as well as blood circulation, respiratory systems, nervous system of those who practice swimming methods , special emphasis is also given to the immune system.