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68 year old Newbie not good enough of masters team

GSHZY
11 months ago

I am a 68 year old newbie swimmer . Yes I wrote 68 years old that was not a typo.

For the moment I swim about 1,000 meters a workout freestyle but predominantly with stubby fins . I feel I am not qualified to swim with a masters group and might even detract from the workout .

My goal is to swim as a competitor at the age of 70 and not to really suck but I am enjoying the process .

I have no coach and seek some advice on how best to improve and get some guidance . I am now moving to the Hudson Valley in New York but would consider traveling for a "swim camp" anywhere that might help me .

I thank all of you for being kind !

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  • 0 11 months ago

    Congratulations for suiting up and showing up! The hardest part is over, you got into the pool and joined a team practice. The great thing about Masters swimming is that EVERYONE is welcome, all levels and all people. The only requirement is a desire to swim and the ability to swim at least one of the 4 strokes- 2 lenghts of the pool ( 50 yards or meters). If you need lessons than may I suggest you go to your local YMCA or find a local learn to swim program that will also help you reach your goals. If you have any questions please reach out to me and I will be more than happy to answer any questions and point you in the right direction.

    Leann Rossi

    USMS Diversity & Inclusion Commitee 

    USMS Coach

    Swimfastatlanta@gmail.com 

    404-643-6063 

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  • 0 11 months ago

    Congratulations for suiting up and showing up! The hardest part is over, you got into the pool and joined a team practice. The great thing about Masters swimming is that EVERYONE is welcome, all levels and all people. The only requirement is a desire to swim and the ability to swim at least one of the 4 strokes- 2 lenghts of the pool ( 50 yards or meters). If you need lessons than may I suggest you go to your local YMCA or find a local learn to swim program that will also help you reach your goals. If you have any questions please reach out to me and I will be more than happy to answer any questions and point you in the right direction.

    Leann Rossi

    USMS Diversity & Inclusion Commitee 

    USMS Coach

    Swimfastatlanta@gmail.com 

    404-643-6063 

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