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Diving platform
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A diving platform or diving tower is a type of structure used for competitive diving. It consists of a vertical rigid "tower" with one or more horizontal platforms extending out over a deep pool of water. In platform diving, the diver jumps from a high stationary surface. The height of the platforms – 10 metres (33 ft), 7.5 metres (25 ft) and 5 metres (16 ft) – gives the diver enough time to perform the acrobatic movements of a particular dive. There are additional platforms set at 3 metres (9.8 ft) and 1 metre (3.3 ft). Diving platforms for FINA sanctioned meets must be at least 6 metres (20 ft) long and 2 metres (6.6 ft) wide. Most platforms are covered by some sort of matting or non-slip surface to prevent athletes from slipping.
All three levels of the platform are used in the NCAA competition. Each level offers a distinct degree of difficulty (DD) and therefore can yield different scores for divers.[1]
Ten-meter diving
[edit]Diving began in the Olympics in 1904 for men, in what was called "fancy diving", which has been believed variously to have been off a platform or off a springboard.[2] The 10-meter dive began in the 1908 Olympics. Diving for women started in the 1912 Olympics, with the 10-meter dive.
In 2016, dives performed by competitors in 10-meter world competition included a 3-½ somersault tuck, a 3-½ somersault pike, a 2-½ somersault with 2½ twist, a forward 4-½ somersault, and a forward reverse 3½ somersault.[3][4]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "FR 5 DIVING FACILITIES". FINA. 12 May 2010. Archived from the original on 1 August 2012. Retrieved 27 July 2012.
- ^ "Diving at the 1904 St. Louis Summer Games". Olympics at Sports-Reference.com. Archived from the original on April 17, 2020. Retrieved August 1, 2019.
- ^ David Woods (August 20, 2016). "David Boudia wins bronze in 10-meter platform diving". USA TODAY.
- ^ Beth Harris (August 19, 2016). "Men's Diving: Britain's Daley Leads 10-Meter Platform". NBC Philadelphia.
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Diving platform
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Definition and Purpose
A diving platform is a rigid, horizontal structure elevated above a body of water, providing a stable, non-slip surface from which athletes perform acrobatic jumps and dives.[6] Unlike flexible springboards, platforms offer no inherent bounce or flexion, requiring divers to rely on precise body positioning and explosive power to initiate movements.[3] This fixed design ensures consistency in competitive environments, where the platform is typically mounted on a tower and projects over the pool edge for safe entry.[7] The primary purpose of a diving platform is to facilitate platform diving, a discipline within aquatic sports that emphasizes aerial maneuvers such as somersaults, twists, and spins before a controlled water entry.[3] In competitions, it enables high-difficulty dives from elevations like 10 meters, allowing athletes to showcase strength, flexibility, and coordination while judges evaluate execution and form.[5] Beyond elite events, platforms support training regimens to build technical skills and are incorporated into recreational facilities for high diving activities that promote physical fitness and enjoyment.[8] Key distinctions from springboards highlight the platform's role in developing pure aerial control, as its immobility demands that divers generate all rotational momentum through takeoff technique rather than mechanical assistance from board deformation.[3] This contrast shapes training approaches, with platforms fostering greater emphasis on in-air adjustments and entry precision.[7]Standard Heights and Dimensions
Diving platforms are standardized by World Aquatics (formerly FINA) to ensure safety and consistency in competitive and training environments. The primary height for elite-level platform diving is 10 meters, with additional standard heights including 7.5 meters, 5 meters, 3 meters, and 1 meter, all measured from the water surface with a tolerance of ±0.05 meters and no negative variation allowed.[9] These heights accommodate a range of dives, from introductory levels at lower platforms to high-difficulty somersaults and twists at the 10-meter level.[2] For sanctioned meets, platforms must meet minimum dimensions to provide sufficient space for takeoff and approach. The length is at least 6 meters for heights of 5 meters and above, while widths vary by height: 1.00 m for 1 m and 3 m platforms, 2.90 m for 5 m, 2.00 m for 7.5 m, and 3.00 m for 10 m. Platforms must overhang the pool edge by specific minimum distances: 1.5 meters for the 10-meter platform, 1.25 meters for 7.5-meter, 5-meter, and 3-meter platforms, and 0.75 meters for the 1-meter platform. The front edge thickness ranges from 0.2 to 0.3 meters, often with an optional incline of up to 10 degrees for smoother takeoff.[9] Detailed dimensions for each standard platform height are as follows:| Platform Height | Width (m) | Length (m) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 m | 1.00 | 5.00 |
| 3 m | 1.00 | 5.00 |
| 5 m | 2.90 | 6.00 |
| 7.5 m | 2.00 | 6.00 |
| 10 m | 3.00 | 6.00 |
