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over a year ago
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No. Swam since very young, but there's a string of ads on tv at tho moment.
As others say.
Enroll for swimming lessons. It's fun and you will love it and I doubt if you will be alone.
Go for it! |
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Yes, I never had swimming lessons as a kid, and although I used to go swimming fairly regularly I never progressed past the doggy paddle as I was usually too busy messing about.
In my twenties I decided to have some lessons after a couple of holidays abroad, and I’d avoided using the pool as I felt embarrassed. The friends I was with were all good swimmers.
I’m still not the strongest of swimmers, but I at least feel more comfortable in the water now |
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"Did anyone here learn to swim as an adult?
Asking for a friend...  "
I could swim but I looked ridiculous. I didn't know how to do freestyle and do that thing of putting my head in the water to breathe out and turning my head to the side to breathe in. Whenever I tried it I would ch*ke. (this site doesn't let me use that word!)
I went for lessons on how to do that and they were well worth it. It took a couple of attempts at getting the right teacher. I'm a proficient swimmer now.
I may get some lessons to do the breaststroke, because when I do the frog-like leg motion, my legs don't do shit to propel me forwards. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Did anyone here learn to swim as an adult?
Asking for a friend...
I could swim but I looked ridiculous. I didn't know how to do freestyle and do that thing of putting my head in the water to breathe out and turning my head to the side to breathe in. Whenever I tried it I would ch*ke. (this site doesn't let me use that word!)
I went for lessons on how to do that and they were well worth it. It took a couple of attempts at getting the right teacher. I'm a proficient swimmer now.
I may get some lessons to do the breaststroke, because when I do the frog-like leg motion, my legs don't do shit to propel me forwards. "
What were the lessons like? Were there a lot of people? |
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I did. I didn't have lessons though because they make you put your head under the water. I went to a small pool and just kept trying and now I can swim nicely. Probably not how it's supposed to be done but, shrug. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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So I did have lessons as a kid but I was scared of the water and never really got past the floating stage
I've been thinking of having lessons for years but always been too body conscious. I really want to learn though as I want to be able to have proper holidays and stuff. Just wondering what lessons in an adult setting are like. |
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"So I did have lessons as a kid but I was scared of the water and never really got past the floating stage
I've been thinking of having lessons for years but always been too body conscious. I really want to learn though as I want to be able to have proper holidays and stuff. Just wondering what lessons in an adult setting are like. "
There's a leisure centre near us and they advertise lessons for all ages with the emphasis on being sympathetic. I think you might find there are all ages in the lesson with you |
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"So I did have lessons as a kid but I was scared of the water and never really got past the floating stage
I've been thinking of having lessons for years but always been too body conscious. I really want to learn though as I want to be able to have proper holidays and stuff. Just wondering what lessons in an adult setting are like.
There's a leisure centre near us and they advertise lessons for all ages with the emphasis on being sympathetic. I think you might find there are all ages in the lesson with you"
Oh no... Kids are the meanest  |
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"So I did have lessons as a kid but I was scared of the water and never really got past the floating stage
I've been thinking of having lessons for years but always been too body conscious. I really want to learn though as I want to be able to have proper holidays and stuff. Just wondering what lessons in an adult setting are like.
There's a leisure centre near us and they advertise lessons for all ages with the emphasis on being sympathetic. I think you might find there are all ages in the lesson with you
Oh no... Kids are the meanest "
Would you consider private lessons? Is there a hotel near you with a pool, often they allow the general public to use them. We used to do that, it was adults only after a certain time and there were all shapes and sizes. Nobody really notices anyone else they're all too busy swimming. Although I have seen one too many very elderly lady bending over naked in front of me  |
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By *ty31Man
over a year ago
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Given how much information is on the internet these days (especially YouTube) you could teach yourself the basics, maybe practice a bit a quiet times the pool or even at a beach or lake to get your confidence up?
Swimming is definitely a valuable skill and luckily it's one you never forget |
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"Given how much information is on the internet these days (especially YouTube) you could teach yourself the basics, maybe practice a bit a quiet times the pool or even at a beach or lake to get your confidence up?
Swimming is definitely a valuable skill and luckily it's one you never forget "
I agree with what you say except for practicing at the beach or a lake. Even strong swimmers get caught out in the sea. |
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By *eliWoman
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"So I did have lessons as a kid but I was scared of the water and never really got past the floating stage
I've been thinking of having lessons for years but always been too body conscious. I really want to learn though as I want to be able to have proper holidays and stuff. Just wondering what lessons in an adult setting are like. "
Don't be body conscious, there's no need to be! I'd second the hotel suggestion by Mrs NiceCouple, especially later on in the day/during work hours during the week - you'll find they can be quiet/sometimes even empty. Some leisure centers offer private tutorials, they do tend to have a waiting list but that could be an idea?
I've been for a swim when a size 30 and no one gave a hoot. Remember when you posted about going for walks? And then you did? Find that courage again. No need for any embarrassment or shame, you're doing it for you.
You've reminded me I need to get back into it - if I can with my currently chubby generous self and surrounded by Cheshire yummy mummies, you definitely can. |
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"So I did have lessons as a kid but I was scared of the water and never really got past the floating stage
I've been thinking of having lessons for years but always been too body conscious. I really want to learn though as I want to be able to have proper holidays and stuff. Just wondering what lessons in an adult setting are like.
Don't be body conscious, there's no need to be! I'd second the hotel suggestion by Mrs NiceCouple, especially later on in the day/during work hours during the week - you'll find they can be quiet/sometimes even empty. Some leisure centers offer private tutorials, they do tend to have a waiting list but that could be an idea?
I've been for a swim when a size 30 and no one gave a hoot. Remember when you posted about going for walks? And then you did? Find that courage again. No need for any embarrassment or shame, you're doing it for you.
You've reminded me I need to get back into it - if I can with my currently chubby generous self and surrounded by Cheshire yummy mummies, you definitely can. "
Thanks, yeah there's loads of hotels near me so I'll check if any of them do lessons 
You're right. I tend to overthink these things. It's scary but I'm almost 30 now; I need to put my big girl pants on and start pushing myself out my comfort zone before life passes me by! |
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By *ty31Man
over a year ago
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"Given how much information is on the internet these days (especially YouTube) you could teach yourself the basics, maybe practice a bit a quiet times the pool or even at a beach or lake to get your confidence up?
Swimming is definitely a valuable skill and luckily it's one you never forget
I agree with what you say except for practicing at the beach or a lake. Even strong swimmers get caught out in the sea."
Yes, got be very careful in the ocean but as a beginner I wouldn't recommend getting out of standing depth. |
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By *eliWoman
over a year ago
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"Don't be body conscious, there's no need to be! I'd second the hotel suggestion by Mrs NiceCouple, especially later on in the day/during work hours during the week - you'll find they can be quiet/sometimes even empty. Some leisure centers offer private tutorials, they do tend to have a waiting list but that could be an idea?
I've been for a swim when a size 30 and no one gave a hoot. Remember when you posted about going for walks? And then you did? Find that courage again. No need for any embarrassment or shame, you're doing it for you.
You've reminded me I need to get back into it - if I can with my currently chubby generous self and surrounded by Cheshire yummy mummies, you definitely can.
Thanks, yeah there's loads of hotels near me so I'll check if any of them do lessons
You're right. I tend to overthink these things. It's scary but I'm almost 30 now; I need to put my big girl pants on and start pushing myself out my comfort zone before life passes me by! "
Almost 30. Fuck that makes me feel old. 
Do it. You'll end up regretting things as the years pass you by so start looking at places tomorrow. Fuck the comfort zone (bar when you're perioding because that's needed). It's good to challenge yourself a little.
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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Since I started this thread I actually did go ahead and invest in private 1-1 sessions... I've been going hard and fast with it, and tonight...
I SWAM!!!!! FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER IN MY LIFE!!!! FRONT AND BACK!!!!
For like 3 seconds at a time. But I don't care, I'm counting it.
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"Since I started this thread I actually did go ahead and invest in private 1-1 sessions... I've been going hard and fast with it, and tonight...
I SWAM!!!!! FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER IN MY LIFE!!!! FRONT AND BACK!!!!
For like 3 seconds at a time. But I don't care, I'm counting it.
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YEAH!!!!!!
Go you *strong arm emoji* |
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"Since I started this thread I actually did go ahead and invest in private 1-1 sessions... I've been going hard and fast with it, and tonight...
I SWAM!!!!! FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER IN MY LIFE!!!! FRONT AND BACK!!!!
For like 3 seconds at a time. But I don't care, I'm counting it.
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That’s amazing! Well done  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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Ah thanks guys!!
Must confess I was dubious during the first few sessions but I'm so stoked now - can't wait for my next lesson and going for a bit longer |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"I learnt to swim five years ago,
I couldn't swim before hand,
It took awhile but was worth it,
One of the best things I've ever done,
Most Fridays and Sundays I swim,
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Yay well done!  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"My nan learnt to swim in her 70s
Yeah, but that's not fair. That's the point it becomes cute again to learn how to swim"
Oi. You saying I'm not cute?  |
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By *ty31Man
over a year ago
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"Since I started this thread I actually did go ahead and invest in private 1-1 sessions... I've been going hard and fast with it, and tonight...
I SWAM!!!!! FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER IN MY LIFE!!!! FRONT AND BACK!!!!
For like 3 seconds at a time. But I don't care, I'm counting it.
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Congratulations, the hardest part to learning a new skill is often taking the first few steps (or strokes in this case) |
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"My nan learnt to swim in her 70s
Yeah, but that's not fair. That's the point it becomes cute again to learn how to swim
Oi. You saying I'm not cute? "
Erm... May I retract that earlier statement on the grounds I didn't know you actually went through with it? |
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I taught myself using the Total Immersion book at the age of 42. Couldn’t swim a length at the start of it. 4 years later did 3.8km as part of a long distance triathlon.
Don’t teach yourself though, my technique is rubbish and I can’t unlearn bad habits. Get someone to teach you who can check your technique and stop you ingraining bad habits and spend a lot of time doing the boring technique drills.
Good luck |
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