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Unsolicited Testimonials We've Received From Our Members Recently
“Great place to swim ... be there! ” (Rudy H, Creator of TriRudy.com)
Thanks again Tom — the video really helped — especially the shot from above where you could see how I was fishtailing because of the uneven stroke. I rejigged everything, including working on breathing on the other side this week. Today I banged out 100s that were 6 or 7 seconds better than the fastest I’ve ever gone in speed sets. (They weren’t sustainable at a longer distance — I was maxed out because my breathing pattern needs to be rebuilt — but it was a terrific feeling!)
Cheers,
Craig.
“I just wanted to thank you, Marie and Trevor for putting on a great triple session clinic. I was quite surprised by the video of my stroke today. I've always known that my right arm does something "funky" when I swim but I had no real idea what it was until today. Now the challenge will be fixing it after so many years of this quirk being so deeply ingrained! Thank you for showing me what I've been doing wrong for so long! (Deb O, Dec Swim Clinic Attendee)
"I've been very happy with the start of swimming this year. I made some adjustments after the clinic and think its made a significant difference. I seem to be able to swim longer, faster and more relaxed." (John J, Stroke Clinic Attendee)
"I just did my iron triathlon in Montreal on Saturday. Swimming in the rowing basin was super fun (felt like a really big long pool) and my swim time was faster than my previous iron distance, thanks to your awesome practices!" (Matthew L, Summer & Fall Masters)
“By the way, i loved the video analysis. Really lets you see what to work on. I am enjoying the practices so much and really feel the improvement. Many thanks to you and Marie.” (Carrie M, Noon Masters)
“Just wanted to say a big 'thanks' to you, Marie, and Trevor for running such a great program. I'm sure it's a lot of work and I just want you to be aware of how much people appreciate it. Looking forward to a great Fall session. ” (Dawn M.)
“I did the Sprint Tri on the weekend in Mooney's bay...it was only a 500m swim but unlike past years where I dreaded the swim and ended up doing breast stroke till I stopped hyperventilating, I actually *enjoyed* the swim part. I even passed a few people...feeling great and with tons of energy to finish the race. Thanks to the coaching I've got I'm much more confident and relaxed when I swim - I'm no longer just trying to 'get through' the swim. so thank you for that.” (Dawn M.)
“I had a great workout today (meaning I've been dying for a nap all day). I'm exhausted, but am taking your guilt trips VERY seriously! I won't be there in the morning, but plan to get there for the evening skills and drills :) You just wait, I'm going to try and win "most improved swimmer" by the end of the summer. Thanks to you and "The Kid" for making me work hard :)” (Kate R.)
“This time I averaged about 3:09. That's a pretty good (in my mind) improvement.... could be I was just not feeling up to snuff the first time?? or could be I'm just that much stronger now that it is later in the season but I have to say I felt good leaving the pool with that in my head last thursday!...all this to say that my swim and my bike are what are making me place top 3 in my category in every race this year.” (SW)
“Great session! Really enjoy swimming with you folks.” (Craig B., noon Masters)
“First off let me tell you that I am thoroughly enjoying the lessons. I feel the feedback on my kick as well as my arm position has been beneficial. I’m excited to get into the pool Monday night to work on everything I’ve learned so far.” (Jackie J., pre-Masters stroke improvement)
“I am having a great time with the swimming. I am dreading the end of the summer as that means the end of the outdoor pool...I have noticed an improvement in my stroke and in my comfort and times, this is a wonderful experience. Thanks to you and to Trevor for all of your feedback, it has been extremely helpful, keep it coming!” (Shelley N.)
“I am still on holidays, but I wanted to tell you that last weekend there was a "long distance" swim held here - a 1000m swim in the Ottawa River.Guess who won it? Gold medal, baby! I think that every other time I swam it (years and years) it always seemed far, but now I just thought to myself "this is the warm up!” (Stephanie B.)
“I did the Sprint Tri on the weekend in Mooney's bay...it was only a 500m swim but unlike past years where I dreaded the swim and ended up doing breast stroke till I stopped hyperventilating, I actually *enjoyed* the swim part. I even passed a few people...feeling great and with tons of energy to finish the race. Thanks to the coaching I've got I'm much more confident and relaxed when I swim - I'm no longer just trying to 'get through' the swim. so thank you for that.” (Dawn M.)
“I was thinking of you a lot during the (Lake Placid Iron Man) swim, focusing on a relaxed hand, bent elbow, and pushing through on my stroke completion. Thanks for your help and encouragement.” (Gerry T.)
“CU poolside!”
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