starting positions

Dives are started with or without run-up walks and in one of the positions recognized by the International Amateur Swimming Federation (FINA).

inward

Dive started with the back turned toward the water; the diver then performs one or more forward spins.

reverse

Dive started facing the water; the athlete then performs one or more backward spins.

armstand

Started on the hands for five seconds; this type of dive is done from a platform.

backward

Dive started with the back turned toward the water; the competitor then executes one or more backward spins.

forward

Dive started facing the water and followed by one or more forward spins.