Abstract: A swimming training system is described herein that includes a vertical pillar connected to a horizontal sliding grooved bar with flexible rope or tether member to be tied to a swimmer's belt to provide float support while in the swimming crawl position. In a related embodiment, the training system is configured for portability and yet in another example embodiment the training system is configured to be permanently affixed to a large commercial swimming pool such as used in a fitness club. Not only can this system be used widely for beginners to learn how to swim but it can also be used by experienced swimmers who are seeking to improve their swimming technique or are using same to as a resistance training aid.