Mark Strawderman teaches the pole vault swing-up. In the swing-up, the vaulter harnesses the tremendous power created during the take-off and drive swing. The vaulter becomes a gymnast on a high bar executing a giant swing. The power of the swing keeps the pole bending and moving toward the vertical. Don't interfere with the natural swinging action created during the drive swing - the pole should not be rowed, pulled or manipulated in any way. The swing-up ends when the vaulter's hips get to shoulder height.

Excerpt from the Come to Pole Vault Practice Video.