BLACK STROKE Documentary | Netflix

According to the latest figures from Sport England, 87% of Black adults in the UK do not swim. We follow the stories of three people from different walks of life breaking racial stereotypes to learn to swim for the first time. Each individual with their own personal goal, proving it’s never too late to learn. With the support of their coaches and community we will follow their journey to become competent swimmers, touching upon the racial history that has created barriers to entry for black people and what has hindered them learning before now. Will they sink or swim, the choice is theirs.
The film was made as part of the Netflix Documentary Talent Fund - a scheme created in 2020 to break down barriers of access for emerging filmmakers. The initiative also provides filmmakers with a foundation of knowledge and hands-on training to help them succeed in their careers. The scheme was made with support from WDM Entertainment, Triple Exposure and Molinare.
This film was commissioned as part of the Netflix Documentary Talent Fund, celebrating the 10th anniversary of Netflix documentaries.
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[@berjo]

What a beautiful documentary, this deserves to be a full length film/documentary. There is so much more to explore here. Well done to the cast and crew, you lot smashed it!❤

[@jeremyjames2957]

This is amazing - Netflix should definitely pick this up!!!

[@shanespence2579]

I’m here after hearing about it in Three Shots. Great documentary surrounding a topic that doesn’t really get discussed ❤

[@katetester8435]

SO proud of these 3 people - I started swimming before I could walk, so I've taken it for granted, my Dad used to call me his little fish - I hope this video is shown in schools and everywhere possible to educate and inspire 🚀

[@eightiespopqueen]

An important film for all communities. Beautifully shot, directed and edited

[@sholaadesina3894]

This film is nothing short of a triumph. A beautiful celebration of inspiring black stories. It’s made my morning watching this.

[@paulinemayers9136]

This documentary is a wonderful watch and way too short. I came across this after listening to Richie Brave on 1Xtra Radio this evening, who did his whole show on unpicking why it is that British Black people don't swim. I don't swim at present, not because I can't but because the only access I'd have to water are the public swimming pools and the chlorine for my hair and skin isn't kind. But I will say that after watching this doc and knowing that there are now swim caps specifically designed for black hair, swimming is something I am now considering. Thank you to the crew of Black Stroke and the three brave souls featured. You've all done a wonderful thing.

[@_ALVT]

IT’S GIVING SUCCESS Love this, and I can’t wait for more of our community to learn how to swim because so many don’t know how. It’s such an important life skill and a great way to experience the world. Great documentary, ready for more 🙇🏾‍♀️

[@Tommyhawkins]

I'm ready for Learning to Dive sequel 🐬 Such an amazing job on this, beautifully shot 🤌🏼

[@fe3961]

This is such an incredible, beautiful piece of work. Inspiring! ❤

[@littleninj0r]

It's giving SUCCESS! Loved that part! So proud of everyone involved in this, thank you for bringing our stories to the light!

[@blackinaquatics]

Beautiful!! Wish it was longer!

[@CarolineKimPalacios]

Beautiful! So excited for our featured new swimmers and for this important film!

[@Ojiduru]

Such a fantastic film! That sickle cell survivor is HILARIOUS!! ❤ I’m on Week 3 of training at the same centre as in the film and now feel really hopeful!! Wish we had instructors like in the film though

[@TheGMuir]

Tryly like this video and am sharing it all over the place. Thank you!

[@MeganGriffiths-q5c]

It's giving SUCCESS! feel so proud of these 3, what an incredible achievement and wonderful documentary, I really wish it was a full length doc!

[@funwithmish]

Loved every second of this! Well done to everyone involved 👏🏾👏🏾Now let me go find my swimming cap 🥰

[@emmanuelamo123]

As a black non-swimmer, this is so motivational and such a great issue to tackle for the community

[@faitholuwaremi2731]

Love this, so beautiful I need an extended version 😊

[@makieprod]

There’s nothing we cannot do!!! Great doc and beautiful success stories. Thank you for inspiring us. ✌🏾💜

[@ogreavesx]

I love this, very relatable. Well done to all involved

[@centrix92]

Wow I feel truly moved and inspired by this documentary, for the first time in my life I feel wholly seen.

[@nbaidoo2k17]

Amazing documentary! Thank you 3shots for the recommendation!

[@eckartmaichel6604]

Thank you for this. Inspirational and uplifting. I hope this inspires many non-swimmers to think about learning how to swim and to begin to understand what a wonderful sport and pastime they are depriving themselves of, not to mention the safety aspect. Also grateful that unlike many other videos on the topic, this video does not focus on the racism, because I believe it is pretty evident that, existing racism aside, racism for most non-swimmers in today's day and age is not the primary reason they are not learning how to swim. I also understand how big a role existing fears and also embarrassment about not knowing how to swim can play and that it can keep someone from learning how to. May these uplifting stories help others to find the courage. Nike was right on this one: Just do it!

[@estheronala]

Woooow this was truly incredible to watch, beautifully captured well done to everyone and I am soo sooo proud of you Maria 🥹 you did it!!! This is truly inspiring and makes me want to go back to learning how to swim so I can fully conquer my fears

[@sharonross482]

Such an important topic too many of us fear the water I myself used to have that mindset until I turned 35 and learned to overcome this fear. If nothing else I hope this inspires everyone who thinks they can’t swim to learn no matter your age trust me once you get over your fear of the water you do have such a strong sense of victory about what you over came

[@Stoicgenuis]

It’s giving winning mentality

[@tommysawyer9680]

Came to watch after listening to Miss Smart on 3Shots of tequila. This was amazing. I can fully relate to being Caribbean and going back without being able to swim!

[@Mrbdot91]

Wow wow wow I’m soo inspired by this. Where’s the pool, sea, lake, ocean I’m coming for thou

[@Nikilopez19]

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 love it! Beautiful done.

[@Nikilopez19]

Adult-learn to swim that also deals with anxieties in and out the water. So it’s challenging and times but love it! Also have 55” of locs covered by my Soul Cap! 💪🏽🧜🏽‍♀️✊🏽🤌🏽❤️

[@alicouch7266]

❤ Love this - being able to swim is a human right (I’m part of the Outdoor Swimming Society and will share).

[@sophieplayer6327]

A beautiful piece ❤️❤️❤️

[@anitadhm_]

i see the soul caps! they’re so good at keeping my braids dry, i bought two this is such a good documentary🏊🏾‍♀️👏🏾

[@kitafrench8966]

Proud of you Maria 🎉🎉 x

[@alphabetkidd]

3shots sent me… Amazing documentary something can definitely relate too.

[@bonbut4981]

amazing and beautiful film

[@sweetdreamstime2266]

An excellent film, poignant, which truly resonates with so many of us. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽❤️🙏🏽 Question: is that someone being dragged out of water the moment before the 'bleach pouring' archive footage transitions from black and white to the colour footage? 😠😢

[@coachandre8300]

Well done! Keep doing the work!

[@Dorigen42]

What an inspiring and moving film

[@emilygoldingellis]

Amazing!! x

[@valeriejackson8835]

This was beautiful 🦋

[@socialrichy]

Wow, this is so beautiful!

[@bukkybelgore]

This has motivated me to learn how to swim despite having sickle cell! Amazing ❤

[@nodatastored684]

🙏🏿 God Bless you, Child

[@littleninj0r]

The diversity in the credits 🤌🏾🤌🏾🤌🏾

[@taralawrence2771]

Love, love, love!!!

[@nonyabizniz6849]

Very interesting, bit short. i was transfixed , looking for more.🎉

[@MonMonn6]

Needed film, enjoyed it 💯

[@WendellMosby]

As the father of a young competitive swimmer. It's impossible we have this discussion.

[@NMNF-v1z]

“Is this the part where we die well?"... "No, this is the part where the king of Ravka surrenders himself, and the love we never had lives on in ballads and song." "Nikolai," snapped Zoya, "don't you dare.” - King of Scars Please, Netflix let us see this love story on screen!

[@TheRaggas1]

I wanted to know them more

[@TazerBlack]

Proud proud proud!

[@larebnaseem]

beautiful

[@jaseone1516]

I enjoyed that

[@jo_shush5886]

🙏🏾

[@ashleydaud6399]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@TheThimbleGuy]

Funny asf

[@nodatastored684]

So not the subject matter i thought it was

[@The1Mustache3]

This is hilarious