Hi,
Have been a masters swimmer for about 5 years now. Was wondering if experienced masters swimmers (or even newer ones) have found any benefits in the 'total immersion' technique. Have watched several YouTube videos and read articles but was thinking the video evaluation and pool instruction included in the workshop might be helpful.
Have noticed recently that my form/technique seem off and ineffective - was looking for some new insight and direction to help me with my efficiency.
Thanks!
I have read a couple o the TI books and have one of their videos. There is a lot of good, sound material and advice. I have also relied on other swimming technique books and videos. To be honest, there are many more similarities than differences across the various swim programs, books, and videos. I recognize many of the drills in TI from those used by the coaches of the two masters program I have belonged to. There may be a slightly different emphasis as well as different names for drills but, at the end of the day, most are not that different. More than anything else, it is important to find an approach that works for you.
I have been in a few races with Terry Laughlin, the creator of TI, and he clearly applies what he teaches. He is a very strong swimmer. There is a lot that can be learned from him and his programs. To be honest, I do find some of they hyperbole in his materials to be a bit off putting. Then again, he is only trying to promote his product (as all business people do) and clearly many find it to be helpful. I have learned from his books and videos.
I agree with the other posters, a clinic can be helpful only if the lessons learned are applied consistently over time. Frankly, I get more benefit from working week in and week out with our masters' coach (we are fortunate to have an excellent coach who is also an excellent teacher).
I have done a couple of different clinics, although not a TI clinic. I did watch a TI clinic offered at our local Y and it seemed solid. At the end of the day, my suggestion is to find a clinic program that is consistent with your needs, philosophy, and where you are with your own swimming. TI is certainly a solid program with much to offer. That being said, there numerous other programs that offer similar benefits.
I have read a couple o the TI books and have one of their videos. There is a lot of good, sound material and advice. I have also relied on other swimming technique books and videos. To be honest, there are many more similarities than differences across the various swim programs, books, and videos. I recognize many of the drills in TI from those used by the coaches of the two masters program I have belonged to. There may be a slightly different emphasis as well as different names for drills but, at the end of the day, most are not that different. More than anything else, it is important to find an approach that works for you.
I have been in a few races with Terry Laughlin, the creator of TI, and he clearly applies what he teaches. He is a very strong swimmer. There is a lot that can be learned from him and his programs. To be honest, I do find some of they hyperbole in his materials to be a bit off putting. Then again, he is only trying to promote his product (as all business people do) and clearly many find it to be helpful. I have learned from his books and videos.
I agree with the other posters, a clinic can be helpful only if the lessons learned are applied consistently over time. Frankly, I get more benefit from working week in and week out with our masters' coach (we are fortunate to have an excellent coach who is also an excellent teacher).
I have done a couple of different clinics, although not a TI clinic. I did watch a TI clinic offered at our local Y and it seemed solid. At the end of the day, my suggestion is to find a clinic program that is consistent with your needs, philosophy, and where you are with your own swimming. TI is certainly a solid program with much to offer. That being said, there numerous other programs that offer similar benefits.
