There's no question that the instruction provided by a coach can serve as a powerful motivation tool. However, not everyone is available to participate in set squad session times, and not everyone wants to be a part of a social swim squad or feels the need to utilize the knowledge and expertise that a coach has to offer during their swimming workout. All that being said, regardless of a preference for independent lap swimming or a structured swim squad program, a swimmer needs to be aware of a number of unwritten ‘etiquette rules’ which exist to ensure the swimming experience is...