THE 7 BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH A SWIM COACH
Think that swim coaching is only for the super-speedy and for those entering races? Think again. Spending time with a coach can benefit everyone, from open-water newbies to seasoned outdoor swimmers, says Helen Webster.
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One of the common misconceptions about swim coaches is that they are only for fast, competitive swimmers. We likely all had some swimming tuition at school, but for most of us that was a long time ago and our bodies, ability – and swim goals – have undoubtedly changed quite a lot since then.
A good coach can work with you on so much more than the mechanics of your stroke however. As an adult swimmer, you may want to work on developing confidence, on learning something new or towards achieving a specific goal, such as entering a swimming event or completing a certain distance. These are all things that a good open-water swimming coach or swimming teacher can help you achieve. Read on to find out more…