Swimming Camps

SWIM TECHNIQUE CAMP

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Coach Tom’s Swim Coaching

March-October 2008, Coach Tom offers limited swim coaching in all of his multisport programs (TRI 101, TRI 202, half and full Ironman.) In addition, he offers Coach T’s Saturday or Sunday Swim School (SSS) which includes underwater filming, stroke evaluation and improvement. SSS is limited to 4-6 swimmers.

If you’re interested in the next SSS, contact Coach T., tom@dallassportsuniversity.com 

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Tom’s Pool School (TPS)

Due to the heavy volume of DSU activities, Coach Tom’s Pool School is only offered in DSU’s “off-season” which runs from November-February. Session One, 2008 of Coach Tom’s “Pool School” sold out. Keep in mind, “Pool School” is limited to 12 swimmers! Thanks!

Next TPS begins in November, 2008. 

Tom Ryan, Competitor Magazine’s 2005 & 2006 Triathlon Coach of the Year, is offering Tom’s Pool School.

“This has got the be the smartest $$$ I’ve ever spent!”
- Debbie M.
“The Pool School has been great! I can’t believe the confidence it’s giving me after only two sessions.”
- Phil H

Tom’s Pool School (TPS) is an in-depth five-eight session swim program with 13-16 hours of coached swimming designed for the “developing athlete.”

Developing Athlete = Beginner to advanced intermediate athlete who recognizes their need to improve and the value of proper technique. TPS is perfect for the 1:30-2:15 per 100-yard swimmer! You’ll learn to swim faster with and more efficiently!

Requirement for Admission:

All entrants must be able to swim 100-yards in less than 2:15 and swim continuously for 200-yards.

TPS includes:

  • Classroom and in-pool technique sessions
  • Stroke break-down
  • Three underwater film sessions
  • Deep water kicking drills
  • Dry-land exercises

Swim locations:

  • Southlake Natatorium, 1501 W. Southlake Blvd., Southlake, TX 76092
  • Carrollton-Farmers Branch Natatorium, 1334 W. Valwood Pkwy., Carrollton, TX 75006
  • Keller Natatorium, 1000 Bear Creek Pkwy., Keller, TX 76248

FAQ’S for Tom’s Pool School:

What if I can’t make it to every class?
It is unlikely anyone will be able to make all eight sessions. There are three sessions on Wednesday that are considered “make-up” sessions. It is worth noting that even if you do not miss any weekend sessions, you are welcome to attend all the make-up sessions!

What do I need for the class?
Swim suit, (no nude swimming) and goggles. If you have fins and paddles, bring them. Oh, and the most important thing you need is a “KICK BUTT” attitude! You will leave this class a better and more efficient swimmer!

OK, I am a really bad swimmer!
That is why you seek help! Let’s GO!

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Other questions? Email Coach Tom.

Two-Cents from Coach Tom:
“99% of all swimmers waste a tremendous amount of energy in the water. Even with a few, simple corrections to head balance, catching the water and a better kick, swimming becomes so much easier. Swimming is a lot like golf in that it is virtually all technique. If you don’t correct your golf swing, you will hit bad shots. If you don’t work on your swim technique, improving your stroke is about as likely as George Clooney returning to ER!”