Thursday, September 29, 2011

2012 Handbook & Schedules

Get a sneak peak at all the information you'll need for the Winter 2012 Season. The Handbook is your guide to understanding our Club, practices, facility usage, & season goals. The Practice Calendar is a great addition to your refrigerator door, keep it handy and you'll never miss out! The Meet Schedule is ready to go if you are interested in traveling to meets and registering with US Swimming.

2012 Winter Handbook
http://www.theswimmingholestowe.com/themes/site_themes/swimminghole/images/uploads/Winter%20Handbook%202012.pdf

2012 Practice Calendar
http://www.theswimmingholestowe.com/themes/site_themes/swimminghole/images/uploads/Winter%20Practice%20Sched.pdf

2012 Swim Meet Schedule
http://www.theswimmingholestowe.com/themes/site_themes/swimminghole/images/uploads/Winter%20Meet%20Sched%202012.pdf

Thursday, September 22, 2011

Winter 2012 Registration Information

All the information you will need to sign up for Winter Swim Club 2012!

Registration Forms are ready -
Print one and bring it in or come to the Swimming Hole and fill one out!
http://www.theswimmingholestowe.com/themes/site_themes/swimminghole/images/uploads/Swim_Club%20Reg%20form%202012.pdf

What will I need to bring to register?
1. Decide if you want to order a team suit, and know your child's size. Look up the sizing chart here:http://www.tyr.com/sizing.php Team suits are not mandatory, but encouraged, having a new competition suit will help your swimmer focus on swimming and not what their wearing. Competition suits are created for less drag in the water and easier swimming.
2. Decide if you want to compete in traveling meets. All meets we attend are US Swimming sanctioned meets and require US Swimming registration. If you do not wish to compete in meets, that is okay! Our season is organized for the success of all participants through practice.

Can I meet the coach and ask questions?
YES! Come sign up on Wednesday, October 12th from 3:30-5:00 and I will be here to answer all your questions. If you can't make it that day the front desk can answer you questions, and if I'm here I'll be glad to talk to you! Always feel free to send me an email or call with any questions.

What do I need to do to compete in meets?
You need to register with US Swimming, which you can do at the front desk when you sign up, or complete this form and home and bring it in:
http://www.theswimmingholestowe.com/themes/site_themes/swimminghole/images/uploads/2012%20USA%20Swimming%20Athlete%20Registration.pdf
NEW THIS YEAR: To register with US Swimming we need proof of age, please bring in a copy (certified copy not necessary) of the swimmers birth certificate or pass port or government issued driver's license, or other government agency paperwork stating full name and date of birth. This is a one time only requirement, if you register this year with proof of age, you will not have to prove age again.

Is there a scholarship available?
YES! The Swimming Hole offers an Essay Contest to win full registration tuition for the season! If you are interested please contact the front desk for this years topic, essays are due Thursday, October 13th.

Coming soon..... Winter 2012 Swim Club Handbook, practice schedule (the fun stuff!), 2011-2012 Short Course Yard Meet Schedule, & Stowe Swimmers 2nd Annual Swim-A-Thon fundraiser pledge form (November 16th)!

Tuesday, September 6, 2011

Fall 2011 - Winter Season 2012 just around the corner!

Welcome, Stowe Swimmers back in the water today!

Today begins the first day of our Fall Swim Club Prep season, a 6 week program to help new and returning swimmers improve their stroke technique and get their conditioning ready for the winter. I am so excited to be back on deck today after a summer off with my new baby, I can't wait to see all the swimmers and catch up on their new goals for the fall and winter!

Swim Club 2012 will start on October 17, 2011. Registration pamphlets will be available at the front desk and on our web site soon.

See you on the pool deck! - Coach Cara