Struggling to spark creative conversations in your swimming community? Would You Rather templates are a playful way to get members thinking, laughing, and connecting. Use these ready-made prompts to make every discussion more engaging and fun.
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Would You Rather questions tap into the natural curiosity and imagination of community members. By presenting two intriguing scenarios, you invite everyone to picture themselves in different situations, which leads to lively debates and storytelling. This playful approach lowers barriers for participation, making it easy for both new and experienced members to join the conversation.
In swimming communities, these questions bring together people of all skill levels, encouraging them to share personal preferences and funny anecdotes. The low-stakes, hypothetical nature of Would You Rather prompts helps foster inclusion and builds rapport, strengthening the sense of community while keeping the mood light.
Would you rather swim in a pool of Jello or a pool of chocolate milk?
💡 Example: "Would you rather swim in a pool of Jello or a pool of chocolate milk? Tell us why!"
Would you rather race Michael Phelps or train with Katie Ledecky for a week?
💡 Example: "Would you rather race Michael Phelps or train with Katie Ledecky for a week? Share your pick!"
Would you rather swim in the open ocean or a mountain lake?
💡 Example: "Would you rather swim in the open ocean or a mountain lake?"
Would you rather always have foggy goggles or a leaky swim cap?
💡 Example: "Would you rather always have foggy goggles or a leaky swim cap?"
Would you rather swim a 5k in freezing water or a sprint in super-hot water?
💡 Example: "Would you rather swim a 5k in freezing water or a sprint in super-hot water? Why?"
Would you rather master butterfly or break a world record in backstroke?
💡 Example: "Would you rather master butterfly or break a world record in backstroke? Let us know!"
Would you rather swim with dolphins or sea turtles?
💡 Example: "Would you rather swim with dolphins or sea turtles?"
Would you rather do a cannonball or a perfect dive at every pool entrance?
💡 Example: "Would you rather do a cannonball or a perfect dive at every pool entrance?"
Would you rather always win relay races or individual events?
💡 Example: "Would you rather always win relay races or individual events? Why?"
Would you rather swim with music in your ears or total silence?
💡 Example: "Would you rather swim with music in your ears or total silence?"
Would you rather have unlimited pool time or unlimited new swim gear?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have unlimited pool time or unlimited new swim gear? Choose one!"
Would you rather swim at sunrise or at midnight under the stars?
💡 Example: "Would you rather swim at sunrise or at midnight under the stars?"
Would you rather have fins or webbed hands for a day in the pool?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have fins or webbed hands for a day in the pool? Why?"
Would you rather teach swimming to kids or compete in a triathlon?
💡 Example: "Would you rather teach swimming to kids or compete in a triathlon?"
Would you rather swim in a saltwater pool or a freshwater lake?
💡 Example: "Would you rather swim in a saltwater pool or a freshwater lake?"
Would you rather shave seconds off your time or perfect your technique?
💡 Example: "Would you rather shave seconds off your time or perfect your technique? Why?"
Would you rather swim 10 laps with flippers or 2 laps with a parachute?
💡 Example: "Would you rather swim 10 laps with flippers or 2 laps with a parachute?"
Would you rather have swim practice every morning or every night?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have swim practice every morning or every night?"
Would you rather always have the fastest flip turn or the strongest dive?
💡 Example: "Would you rather always have the fastest flip turn or the strongest dive? Tell us!"
Would you rather swim laps in a giant aquarium or an Olympic pool?
💡 Example: "Would you rather swim laps in a giant aquarium or an Olympic pool? Share your pick!"
Would you rather never get tired swimming or always swim twice as fast?
💡 Example: "Would you rather never get tired swimming or always swim twice as fast? Why?"
Would you rather swim only backstroke forever or only freestyle?
💡 Example: "Would you rather swim only backstroke forever or only freestyle?"
Would you rather swim through a waterfall or under a floating dock?
💡 Example: "Would you rather swim through a waterfall or under a floating dock?"
Would you rather use a snorkel or paddles for every workout?
💡 Example: "Would you rather use a snorkel or paddles for every workout?"
Would you rather have a coach who is super strict or one who cracks jokes?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have a coach who is super strict or one who cracks jokes? Share your thoughts!"
Would you rather swim a mile in open water or 100 sprints in a pool?
💡 Example: "Would you rather swim a mile in open water or 100 sprints in a pool? Why?"
Would you rather have a never-ending supply of goggles or swim caps?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have a never-ending supply of goggles or swim caps?"
Would you rather swim for fun every day or compete in major events?
💡 Example: "Would you rather swim for fun every day or compete in major events?"
Would you rather swim with neon-colored water or water that glows in the dark?
💡 Example: "Would you rather swim with neon-colored water or water that glows in the dark? Why?"
Would you rather forget your goggles or your towel at practice?
💡 Example: "Would you rather forget your goggles or your towel at practice?"
Would you rather swim with a group of friends or solo?
💡 Example: "Would you rather swim with a group of friends or solo?"
Would you rather always have perfect flip turns or perfect streamlines?
💡 Example: "Would you rather always have perfect flip turns or perfect streamlines? Why?"
Would you rather swim in a pool shaped like a giant donut or a guitar?
💡 Example: "Would you rather swim in a pool shaped like a giant donut or a guitar? Choose one!"
Would you rather train with resistance bands or a kickboard for every set?
💡 Example: "Would you rather train with resistance bands or a kickboard for every set?"
Would you rather swim against a strong current or with a heavy pull buoy?
💡 Example: "Would you rather swim against a strong current or with a heavy pull buoy?"
Would you rather always get the lane to yourself or always have a cheering crowd?
💡 Example: "Would you rather always get the lane to yourself or always have a cheering crowd? Why?"
Would you rather swim with a mermaid tail or superhero cape?
💡 Example: "Would you rather swim with a mermaid tail or superhero cape? Share your answer!"
Would you rather coach a swim team or design swim gear?
💡 Example: "Would you rather coach a swim team or design swim gear?"
Would you rather swim across a river or around an island?
💡 Example: "Would you rather swim across a river or around an island?"
Would you rather always swim with a smile or with a game face?
💡 Example: "Would you rather always swim with a smile or with a game face?"
Would you rather have an endless summer of outdoor swimming or perfect indoor pools year-round?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have an endless summer of outdoor swimming or perfect indoor pools year-round? Tell us!"
To implement these templates, simply copy and paste your chosen question into your community platform. Encourage members to share their reasoning and tag a friend to join the discussion. Rotate between lighthearted and more thoughtful prompts to keep things fresh. Consider pinning a weekly Would You Rather post or using them as icebreakers during virtual events or team meetings.
These Would You Rather templates are designed for all platforms. To maximize engagement, add a fun visual or GIF on visual platforms like Instagram or Facebook. On forums or chat apps, tag a few members to kickstart replies. Use polls or reaction emojis where available to let members vote quickly.
Aim for one to two times per week to keep engagement high without overwhelming members.
Absolutely. Feel free to tweak any template to suit your community’s interests or inside jokes.
Jumpstart the conversation by sharing your own answer and tagging a few active members to join in.
Yes. All prompts are family-friendly and designed to be inclusive for swimmers of all ages.
Yes, these templates are designed for all platforms and can be posted wherever your community gathers.
Ask follow-up questions like 'Why?' or invite members to share stories related to their choice.
If your platform allows, adding visuals or quick polls can increase engagement and make posts stand out.