Swimming Crossword Puzzles: Free Printable and Online

Dive into our collection of Swimming crossword puzzles on Grid Genius! Test your aquatic knowledge with fun grids perfect for swimmers and fans alike.

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Swimming

Hard · 15×15 · 19 words
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Across

  1. 3. The vertical distance that measures your courage
  2. 5. A ring that keeps the party from going under
  3. 8. A glide named after a bird with a massive gullet
  4. 10. A handheld tool that makes the pull much more punishing
  5. 13. In perfect harmony, yet upside down and breathless
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  7. 18. The kind of layer needed when the mercury hides
  8. 19. An old-fashioned crawl that sounds like a heavy trek

Down

  1. 1. A natural solution that makes you more buoyant and thirsty
  2. 2. The only competitive style where the head remains mostly aloft
  3. 4. Vertical movement that results in staying exactly where you are
  4. 6. Artificial appendages that turn a human into a fish
  5. 7. A plummet into the blue that starts with a spring
  6. 9. They accumulate on your watch but never sit on your knees
  7. 11. Liberated method that usually ends up being a crawl
  8. 12. A floating plank for those who want to forget their arms
  9. 14. A short burst where even breathing is considered a luxury
  10. 15. The drain at the edge that swallows the overflow
  11. 16. A sudden commit to the cold without a second thought

Swimming

Medium · 11×11 · 14 words
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  1. 3. The elevated platform where a race begins
  2. 4. A swimmer's designated path marked by floating ropes
  3. 5. Headfirst entry that starts a competitive heat
  4. 6. Silicone or latex headgear used to reduce drag
  5. 7. Commonly used term for the front crawl in a race
  6. 10. The most hydrodynamic position a human can take underwater
  7. 11. The lifeguard's tool for grabbing attention

Down

  1. 1. Event where four teammates share the distance
  2. 2. A race where all four strokes are performed in sequence
  3. 3. Timing this is vital to avoid a mouthful of water
  4. 6. Chemical element often blamed for red eyes and green hair
  5. 7. Rubber footwear used to increase propulsion during drills
  6. 8. To stay upright and afloat without moving forward
  7. 9. What a swimmer counts to measure their total distance

Swimming

Easy · 7×7 · 8 words
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Across

  1. 3. Latex or silicone headgear that keeps hair out of the face
  2. 4. One full length of the swimming area
  3. 6. A specific style of moving the arms and legs like crawl or backstroke
  4. 7. To jump into the water headfirst
  5. 8. A large body of fresh water surrounded by land

Down

  1. 1. A flat floating platform used for lounging
  2. 2. The marked path a swimmer stays in during a race
  3. 5. An absorbent cloth used for drying off after a dip

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Swimming Crossword FAQ

Is this Swimming crossword puzzle free?

Yes. Every Swimming crossword on this page is free. You can print it, download it as a PDF, or play it online without paying anything or creating an account.

Can I print the Swimming crossword?

Yes. Click Print on any puzzle for a print-ready page with the grid, the clues, and a name and date line, or use Download to save it as a PDF, PNG, or JPEG for photocopying. The PDF download includes a filled answer key on the last page for grading.

Can students play these crosswords online?

Yes. Every puzzle has a Play online link that opens in the browser on any device. No app install and no signup is needed to play, which makes it easy to share with a class.

Can I make my own Swimming crossword?

Yes. The free Grid Genius crossword maker builds a puzzle from your own words and clues, with a printable grid and answer key. The Grid Genius app can also generate a complete crossword from any topic you type.