Underwater swimming

Underwater swimming

Underwater swimming can refer to:
* Unequipped swimming beneath the water surface, such as the streamline style
* Scuba diving, snorkeling, or free-diving
* Swimming at the 1900 Summer Olympics - Men's underwater swimming


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