This has probably been covered before, and I know what the "organization" would say, but I want the truth from those of you that are serious members. If I showed up, a 29 year-old mom of three who is about 30 lbs overweight but was once a good swimmer and has continued lap swimming all these years since high-school and would take her committment seriously, to your practice and wanted to join, how would you feel? What if you had to pass me by a few times because I slowed you down? But...at the same time you saw me working hard in my ability and pushing myself farther and fasther each day - would you snicker behind my back, would others? Should I continue swimming on my own and trying to get in shape before I join?
It is ok to be honest. I would tell you the truth. And please, don't yell at me for worrying about what others think.
Thanks everyone!
Parents
Former Member
Thank you all so much! You have really helped give me the confidence I need. The funny thing is - I went to sign up so I could start tomorrow morning and it seems that all of the 11 or so swimmers that meet regularly decided to go informal for July. They aren't meeting as a group. The meeting time is still available though, and the coach said he is bored - so it looks like I am going to get some one on one for a couple of weeks. That works for me! I am anxious for the camaraderie and push that I will get from the others, but it wont hurt to get in a groove with the coach until the others return.
Thanks again - you guys gave me just what I needed!
Nicole
Thank you all so much! You have really helped give me the confidence I need. The funny thing is - I went to sign up so I could start tomorrow morning and it seems that all of the 11 or so swimmers that meet regularly decided to go informal for July. They aren't meeting as a group. The meeting time is still available though, and the coach said he is bored - so it looks like I am going to get some one on one for a couple of weeks. That works for me! I am anxious for the camaraderie and push that I will get from the others, but it wont hurt to get in a groove with the coach until the others return.
Thanks again - you guys gave me just what I needed!
Nicole
