hello everyone,
i recently saw a sign-up sheet for USMS at my gym and i would really like to check it out but wanted to ask if it really is for any ability.
most people who post here seem to have had some formal swimming training, even if it was 10 or 20 yrs ago. i never had a chance to learn from a coach or to join a swim team, i'm not even sure who taught me swimming. all i know about swimming strokes is what one can learn by observation.
i usually go to my gym's pool once a week or so and swim laps in what might most resemble a breaststroke. i'm a 25yr old female and i'm in good physical shape otherwise, but i think i might die a little if i were to jump into twice a week two-hour workouts.
i greatly enjoy swimming and would really like to join but not sure if my ability isn't just a tad below the necessary level.
thank you for any advice!
Originally posted by fetching
Sorry for topping an old thread but I've got the same concerns.
When I talked to the coach I asked if there were any requirements to join. She said that I should be able to swim 200 yards without stopping. I'm not entirely sure I can do that right now, but don't think I'd have trouble eventually. But it did surprise me because the masters swimming site here makes it sound like pretty much anyone is welcome.
Can anyone tell me more about masters swimming and how it differs from lap swimming?
I don't recall you getting in touch with the Manatees in Oakland. We take 'em all and turn 'em into swimmers! Some clubs require a certain level of ability when the pool space is limited, others have lot's of room and are happy to welcome new members.
Check out our schedule and team info on our web site :
and drop in for a try out (you try us out!) sometime. We'll even recommend some times when you can have a coach almost all to yourself to speed up your progress!!!
Originally posted by fetching
Sorry for topping an old thread but I've got the same concerns.
When I talked to the coach I asked if there were any requirements to join. She said that I should be able to swim 200 yards without stopping. I'm not entirely sure I can do that right now, but don't think I'd have trouble eventually. But it did surprise me because the masters swimming site here makes it sound like pretty much anyone is welcome.
Can anyone tell me more about masters swimming and how it differs from lap swimming?
I don't recall you getting in touch with the Manatees in Oakland. We take 'em all and turn 'em into swimmers! Some clubs require a certain level of ability when the pool space is limited, others have lot's of room and are happy to welcome new members.
Check out our schedule and team info on our web site :
and drop in for a try out (you try us out!) sometime. We'll even recommend some times when you can have a coach almost all to yourself to speed up your progress!!!
