Shows Canada's top swimmers in training for the 1964 Olympic Games. In gymnasium and pool, under the critical eye of coach Ed Healy, they practise long hours to build strength and stamina. Their first test, shown in the film, was at the 1962 Canadian Swimming Championships, at which they carried off a number of trophies.
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Gilles Carle Director · Jean-Claude Labrecque Cinematographer Michel Thomas-d'Hoste Cinematographer
First release January 1, 1963 · Produced in Canada · Languages English, French
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ONF | NFB
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Canada
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Original title
Natation
Original language
French
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English · French
Release dates
Canada · January 1, 1963
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