Considering Master Swim, but first I need some advice

While lamenting that fact that running and my knees just don't get along like they used to, my sister suggested Master Swim. So I quickly found plenty of activity here in Dallas, but here's the problem. I'd characterize myself as a "former strong" swimmer. Red Cross Life Guard certified as a kid, which helped me survive water survival in Pensacola. Problem is I never swam competitively, or for fitness. Really all of my water training is survival based with the Navy verses fitness. I'd really like to learn proper technique for lap training, kick turns, breathing proper breathing etc. Can this organization help me find a coach? Should I join a local club first? Thanks in advance for any advice. Dan in Dallas... Hi Dan! :welcome: I would recommend starting here: www.usms.org/.../gettingstarted And, here: www.usms.org/.../mapsearch.php The best place to start on the forums is here: Ande's Swimming Tips: Swimming Faster Faster - U.S. Masters Swimming Discussion Forums and forums.usms.org/showthread.php Next, I would check out swim drill videos here: http://www.goswim.tv/ Your sister sent you to the right place! :applaud: And, it is not a "problem" at all that you never swam competitively or for fitness. USMS has members of all levels, including those who are just learning to swim. It is the most welcoming organization I have ever encountered! So, make sure to check out that link for where you can swim in Dallas and join a Masters team. Don't worry about your swimming level; you will be placed in a swim lane with others that have similar skills. And, make sure to hang around here; you will learn a lot! :agree: Good luck! :cheerleader:

While lamenting that fact that running and my knees just don't get along like they used to, my sister suggested Master Swim. So I quickly found plenty of activity here in Dallas, but here's the problem. I'd characterize myself as a "former strong" swimmer. Red Cross Life Guard certified as a kid, which helped me survive water survival in Pensacola. Problem is I never swam competitively, or for fitness. Really all of my water training is survival based with the Navy verses fitness. I'd really like to learn proper technique for lap training, kick turns, breathing proper breathing etc. Can this organization help me find a coach? Should I join a local club first? Thanks in advance for any advice. Dan in Dallas... Hi Dan! :welcome: I would recommend starting here: www.usms.org/.../gettingstarted And, here: www.usms.org/.../mapsearch.php The best place to start on the forums is here: Ande's Swimming Tips: Swimming Faster Faster - U.S. Masters Swimming Discussion Forums and forums.usms.org/showthread.php Next, I would check out swim drill videos here: http://www.goswim.tv/ Your sister sent you to the right place! :applaud: And, it is not a "problem" at all that you never swam competitively or for fitness. USMS has members of all levels, including those who are just learning to swim. It is the most welcoming organization I have ever encountered! So, make sure to check out that link for where you can swim in Dallas and join a Masters team. Don't worry about your swimming level; you will be placed in a swim lane with others that have similar skills. And, make sure to hang around here; you will learn a lot! :agree: Good luck! :cheerleader: