Q: Is there any benefit to me for learning flip turns?

A:The short answer is no. Flip turns will do nothing for you on race day. The majority of people I work with cannot do flip turns, and many of them are relieved to find out that this is something they do not have to learn.

So here’s the long answer. The one thing about flip turns is that they can give you a confidence boost. It is exciting to swim with your local master’s team and be able to keep up with the group. Learning flip turns is a very quick way to improve your pool times.

From my perspective, it is exciting to watch people try flip turns, even if they struggle with them. I respect anyone who tries to learn the sport I have spent a lifetime doing. It is much like encouraging someone from a foreign land who tries to speak your own language!

So, there you have my short and long answer! Until next time, happy training.

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