Considering Master Swim, but first I need some advice
Former Member
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...
Parents
Former Member
I was wary of actually joining the local Masters club due to my own assessment of my ability and watching the club workout. I talked with the coach who told me that I should just give it a try. Being the chicken that I am, I decided to work out on my own until I thought I could fit in. Then, the best/worst thing happened - my work schedule changed and I could not swim except at the time that the club(s) had the pool. I was forced to either break it off or go with the club. I have only been swimming with Saluki Masters for 10 days now but I know that I have made much more progress with them than I possibly could have my myself. There is nothing but support and fun competition before, during, and after workouts. Our coach does not spend the entire workout with me personally but he does have something for me to work on or correct every day (and he does watch...)
Besides the great info and suggestions already provided, I'd like to suggest that you show up to one or more clubs workouts and chat with the coach. Be frank about your abilities and your goals. Find out how to get in the program.
Bill
1) Swimming is Easy
2) Swimming is Hard
3) 1 and 2 are NOT contradictory
I was wary of actually joining the local Masters club due to my own assessment of my ability and watching the club workout. I talked with the coach who told me that I should just give it a try. Being the chicken that I am, I decided to work out on my own until I thought I could fit in. Then, the best/worst thing happened - my work schedule changed and I could not swim except at the time that the club(s) had the pool. I was forced to either break it off or go with the club. I have only been swimming with Saluki Masters for 10 days now but I know that I have made much more progress with them than I possibly could have my myself. There is nothing but support and fun competition before, during, and after workouts. Our coach does not spend the entire workout with me personally but he does have something for me to work on or correct every day (and he does watch...)
Besides the great info and suggestions already provided, I'd like to suggest that you show up to one or more clubs workouts and chat with the coach. Be frank about your abilities and your goals. Find out how to get in the program.
Bill
1) Swimming is Easy
2) Swimming is Hard
3) 1 and 2 are NOT contradictory
