Well, I have been to 3 of my 4 classes. I go to my last class the week before I do a 1 mile swim in a lake (relay team for a 1/2 Ironman distance).

I have to say that taking this lake swimming clinic really prepared me for open water swimming... and helped me get over my fears! I feel very confident in open water now!

So, to anyone else reading this... if you are scared or worried about open water swimming... try to find a clinic in your area! I know mine was $60 for 4 classes, and it was money well spent!