Swimming Journey
This page tracks my journey learning to swim, starting in February 2023. You can read the full story of how I learned to overcome my fears and start swimming. Progress Overview From being terrified to get past the 15m mark to swimming 1000m sessions - here’s my measurable progress: Date Distance Per Session Details Key Milestones February 2023: Started lessons, couldn’t go past 15m mark May 2023: First time diving into deep end with coach support July 2023: Returned after break, building consistency at 25m laps August 2023: Major breakthrough - 35m laps, 700m total sessions November 2023: First ocean swimming in Maldives - navigated 30ft+ deep water calmly March-June 2024: Achieved 50m continuous freestyle swims June 2025: Major breakthrough - 1000m sessions (20 laps in 25m pool) Ongoing: Building endurance and improving technique Current Goals Increase session distance to 1000m ✓ Achieved in June 2025! Improve swimming pace and technique Master treading water in deep end Improve breathing technique for longer freestyle stretches Build confidence for open water swimming ✓ Achieved in Maldives! Continue developing open water swimming skills