22 September 2020
OOPS…. I missed last week! Life just got so busy as It does, but this week I was back in the pool ready to perfect my swimming strokes!
This week was like the many others completing swimming drills and practicing swimming strokes so I thought I would give you my 5 tips to help you take the plunge into Adult Swimming Lessons – I wish someone had have given me these tips earlier!
No-one is judging you!
Everyone is on their own swimming journey! There may be a range of skill levels in the class but you are all there for one outcome – to learn how to swim! No-one will be watching you (except your teacher to help you) as they are so busy working on their own skills!
Be consistent
The toughest part for me is getting myself to the pool and into the water after a long, busy day at work – that little voice kicks in and tells me that I’m too tired, or I have too much to do (hence my absence last week . But I feel so much better after my lesson knowing that I hopped in my unflattering togs, gave my lungs a wee workout and got one step closer to being Lauren Boyle!
Practice
To see change, you need to take action! That means heading to the pool to practice your strokes on the weekend or after work! Most pools will have at least two public lanes available at all times for casual swimmers – Just make sure you check their website for lane availability and any events happening.
Have patience
You are not going to turn from a flailing sea-lion to a graceful dolphin overnight… you may even need more than one term of swimming lessons. All good things take hard work so remember to celebrate your little victories along the way! My workmates heard about every accomplishment I had because I was EXCITED!
Have the right gear!
That little bikini is not going to do you any favours if you have a mishap whilst doing backstroke! Make sure you have a good fitting swimsuit or lightweight board shorts, a good set of goggles and a swimming cap if you live the long luscious hair life! You can purchase all of the above from the reception at Baywave, Mount Hot Pools and Greerton Aquatic & Leisure Centre.
I promise you that learning to swim as an adult is not embarrassing, or scary and no-one is judging you – it is hard work, it is rewarding but most of all it is actually FUN and a bloody good workout!
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