Hi Ladies,
Blimey! I last commented on this back in July last year..
Well, to answer you both fairly, I am part Bambino! (though one that can cover 1500m in about 21-23 minutes these days with 2-3 swims a week if i'm lucky! oh and at 45years old too) So I honestly wasn't joking Jennifer

I will also say that, as a coach myself it is my job to praise and encourage, which I am happy to say I could do pretty much every day on this forum when I hear peoples stories of their path to better swimming
I'm assuming that you have read the Bambino swim type guide?
http://www.swimtypes.com/bambino.htmlWell, you'll gather from this that Bambinos have great opportunity to improve their stroke and build great technique. It sounds like you are on your way Jennifer - but video analysis bares even the best swimmers soul completely! As a Bambino you will possibly be lacking in confidence when you swim (even when others think you have a good technique), but you need to be aware that everyone has flaws when they swim - and if you have followed any of the threads on this forum you will see lots of discussion about the pro's and their (sometimes atrocious) swim technique as well as about others beginning their swim journey.
Hope that answers your question a little

At the end of the day, I'm just quite passionate about helping is all, which is why I'm here
Debra, Ah it's a shame! open water swimming is the best!!

There's a swim smooth coach in Lanark, Strathclyde if that's any good to you?
http://www.c3triathlon.com/1-2-1-swim-smooth-analysis-and-stroke-correction/If ever either of you are in or passing through Northampton I'll be happy to put you through your paces! or just to have a chat about swimming and a coffee

Have fun!