Hi! I'm new to swimming as far as proper stroke technique goes. Learned how to swim as a kid, though.
I'm currently taking the Stroke Introduction (Stage 4) class at the local YMCA. Figured it would be good to start with the basics and build up with a solid foundation from there. There are still two other class levels after Stage 4. Should I wait until I've maxed out of all YMCA offered levels before looking at joining the local Masters program?
Yes, check with the coach and corner one or two of the current team members to ask if they do only advanced workouts or allow for novices to jump in with them. I was not really ready since my stroke skills were far from good, but they welcomed people just starting up. "Beginners" occupied the last lane and could skip or substitute a set or two if they weren't up to the posted sets. The coaches would also give us remedial drills to develop skills. It took me a whole year to work up to an acceptable 100 IM, but at age 70 that was a major accomplishment.
Yes, check with the coach and corner one or two of the current team members to ask if they do only advanced workouts or allow for novices to jump in with them. I was not really ready since my stroke skills were far from good, but they welcomed people just starting up. "Beginners" occupied the last lane and could skip or substitute a set or two if they weren't up to the posted sets. The coaches would also give us remedial drills to develop skills. It took me a whole year to work up to an acceptable 100 IM, but at age 70 that was a major accomplishment.
