Hello there!
I am a self-taught swimmer (through some TI reading and video's) and have been since I began triathlon in 1999. Now, I am starting to actually get serious about improving my swim splits and realize that my technique is, well, terrible. I'm hoping to get a coach to look at my stroke in the near future, but had a few questions. First, is there a "license" for USMS coaches (like USAT)? I know there are "certified" instructors at my gym, but I am hesitating to use them because I'm unsure about their qualifications and don't want to waste my hard earned $$$ (that could be better spent on new wheels or race fees). I've often read that it is best to attend a Masters practice and discuss stroke technique with the coach their, but I would like a little more personalized attention and focus.
So, any and all thoughts on finding a decent swim coach in my area are appreciated.
Thanks!
I am a self-taught swimmer (through some TI reading and video's) and have been since I began triathlon in 1999. Now, I am starting to actually get serious about improving my swim splits and realize that my technique is, well, terrible. I'm hoping to get a coach to look at my stroke in the near future, but had a few questions. First, is there a "license" for USMS coaches (like USAT)? I know there are "certified" instructors at my gym, but I am hesitating to use them because I'm unsure about their qualifications and don't want to waste my hard earned $$$ (that could be better spent on new wheels or race fees). I've often read that it is best to attend a Masters practice and discuss stroke technique with the coach their, but I would like a little more personalized attention and focus.
So, any and all thoughts on finding a decent swim coach in my area are appreciated.
Thanks!