OTTAWA CENTRE MASTERS SWIM CLUB

Under Water Video Taping - Saturday February 4th, 2012 (9:00am-10:30am)

2012-01-27T13:36:00.000-05:00

Great News OCM!!

We'll be having a video session swim on Saturday February 4th, with not one but two coaches on deck! So make sure you go to bed early Friday night, because Michel will be reviewing your technique, on the video play back screen, with the help of our underwater video system!

Winter 2012 Swimming Session Details

2011-12-05T16:27:00.001-05:00

Hello to all OCM Members and potential new members! Our Swim year was off to a great start this fall, and now it is almost time to start the Winter session.

INTERESTED IN JOINING OCM? We do still have room for new members, and if you are interested in joining the club, please read the detail below and send us an email.

Here are the details on the Winter Session, and payment info.

Swim Times:

Tuesday 7:30-9:00pm (90 minutes)

Thursday 7:30-8:30pm (60 minutes)

Saturday 9:00-10:30am (90 minutes)

Sunday 9:30-10:30am (60 minutes)

Our Three (3) - 12 week sessions:

Fall: September 13 to December 4

Winter: January 3 to March 25

Spring: March 27 to June 17

The pricing options are:

12 drop-ins* per 12 weeks session for $165.00

Unlimited swims per 12 weeks session $255.00

We will be cashing your payment cheques on January 18th, 2012 so please feel free to post date them. Payment is expected on your first swim, and cheques can be made payable to Ottawa Centre Masters.

*Drop-ins are not transferable to other sessions or years, and we will continue to offer the one free swim to new members only (one time/session/year only).

For swimmers new to the club this Winter: In addition to the swim fees there is a 35$ registration fee that goes to Masters Swimming Ontario and Canada and covers insurance. Please include this 35$ fees when writing a cheque to the club for your swim fees. (Example 12 drop ins = $200, Unlimited = $290 - for the first session only.)

If you have any questions, please feel free to email us: ottawacentremasters@yahoo.ca

See you on deck!

Your OCM Board

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT - Fall Session is being extended by one week!

2011-12-01T10:31:00.001-05:00

Dear OCM Swimmers,

We are very happy to announce that we are extending the Fall Swim Session by one whole week. OCM did so well this year that we wanted to give back to you, the swimmers that made it possible, by renting an extra week at the pool!

Now's the chance to use up those 12 drop-ins, or get in a few more kilometres before all those Christmas parties! Our last day of swimming will now be Sunday December 11th (instead of December 4th).

The End of Session Party will still be on December 3rd.

Thanks again for a fantastic start to our swim year, and making our little cub a really fun place to swim!

Your OCM Board

End of Session and Holiday Brunch!

2011-11-22T16:50:00.001-05:00

Hello OCM Members!

We will be getting together after swimming on Saturday December 3rd, for our end of Session/Holiday Brunch!

We will meet in the lobby and head out to Dunn's on Dalhousie St. in the Market.

If you could please rsvp ottawacentremasters@yahoo.ca by Wednesday November 30th so I can confirm our reservation.

Thank you and we hope to see you all there!

Your OCM Board

OCM Post-Swim Brunch

2011-11-11T19:34:00.001-05:00

Hey folks,

Some of us are planning on going for brunch this Saturday (November 12th) after swimming. We don't have a place yet (any suggestion is welcomed) but we usually meet at the lobby and head out around 11-ish.

Hope you can make it

Cheers

Alvaro

1/3 of the Way Through the Fall Session

2011-11-11T19:32:00.001-05:00

Just a reminder that we are 1/3 of the way through the Fall Session. Our last practice is Sunday December 4th, 2011.

We do still have room, if you are interested in joining the club.

Here's a reminder of our times, and rates:

Swim Times:

Tuesday 7:30-9:00pm (90 minutes)

Thursday 7:30-8:30pm (60 minutes)

Saturday 9:00-10:30am (90 minutes)

Sunday 9:30-10:30am (60 minutes)

Our Three (3) - 12 week sessions:

Fall: September 13 to December 4

Winter: January 3 to March 25

Spring: March 27 to June 17

The pricing options are:

12 drop-ins per 12 weeks session for $165.00

Unlimited swims per 12 weeks session $255.00

Drop-ins are not transferable to other sessions or years, and we will continue to offer the one free swim to new members only (one time/session/year only).

In addition to the swim fees there is a 35$ registration fee that goes to Masters Swimming Ontario and Canada and covers insurance. Please include this 35$ fees when writing a cheque to the club for your swim fees. (Example 12 drop ins = $200, Unlimited = $290 - for the first session only.)

If you have any questions, please feel free to email us: ottawacentremasters@yahoo.ca

No Swimming Sunday October 9th, 2011 (Thanks Giving Weekend)

2011-09-28T13:12:00.000-04:00

We traditionally cancel the Sunday swims of long weekends. With members out of town, or hosting family we have a very low turn-out of 2-3 swimmers.

Swimming on Sunday October 9th (9:30-10:30) is cancelled.
Sleep in and enjoy the long weekend!

Your OCM Board

Post Swim Breakfast!

2011-09-22T13:37:00.002-04:00

This Saturday morning, September 24, after swim practice, we're going to head out for breakfast at 11:00 at the Aulde Dubliner pub on William street. If you're interested in coming along and meeting some of the fellow club swimmers, we'll meet up in the lobby after the practice.

Important Notice!

2011-08-19T10:50:00.006-04:00

Hello All,

I have recently learned that our Saturday start time has changed.

We will be starting at 9:00am on Saturday's, rather than 9:30am. Unfortunately the City of Ottawa, and the pool, changed the adult swim time on Saturday's to 10:30am. In order to fit in our 90 minutes practice, we've got to start at 9:00am.

Thank you for your understanding and we'll see you September 13th,

OCM Board.

2011-2012 Swim Season Details

2011-08-02T10:45:00.001-04:00

Hello to all OCM Members and potential new members! I hope everyone is having a fantastic summer! I am very happy to present the layout for the 2011-2012 swim season.

Swim Times:

Tuesday 7:30-9:00pm (90 minutes)

Thursday 7:30-8:30pm (60 minutes)

Saturday 9:00-10:30am (90 minutes)

Sunday 9:30-10:30am (60 minutes)

Our Three (3) - 12 week sessions:

Fall: September 13 to December 4

Winter: January 3 to March 25

Spring: March 27 to June 17

The pricing options are:

12 drop-ins per 12 weeks session for $165.00

Unlimited swims per 12 weeks session $255.00

We will be sending out the registration form for next year in an email early in August, along with payment options, and deadlines etc.

If you have any questions, please feel free to email us: ottawacentremasters@yahoo.ca

Info on the 2011-2012 Swim Season coming soon!

2011-07-27T13:28:00.002-04:00

But in the mean time - say hello to our new OCM Logo - designed by our very own Carol Kelly!

And check back soon for all the info on the new season, and a new look for the blog!

OCM is on Summer Hiatus!

2011-06-23T12:00:00.001-04:00

We are on hiatus until September 13, 2011.

Please check back for new information on the 2011-12 swim season soon!

In the mean time- if you're in downtown Ottawa and looking for a place to swim - here are links to the swim schedules for local pools:

Ottawa University:

http://www.geegees.ca/sites/all/themes/geegees/schedules/swimming.php

Carleton University:

http://www1.carleton.ca/athletics/facilities/swimming-pool/

City of Ottawa pools:

http://www.ottawa.ca/residents/parks_recreation/swimming/schedules/index_en.html

Have a great summer everyone!!!

OCM

Saturday June 11th - Annual General Meeting

2011-06-06T12:30:00.001-04:00

I have a date for the Annual General Meeting (AGM)/ End of the Swim Season lunch!

Please mark off Saturday June 11th, 11:30am on your calendars! We will be going to lunch at Johny Farinas on Elgin Street.

The AGM is an all members meeting (we give a final run down on the swim season, and vote in next years board), and a great chance to see your swim mate out of the water before the start of summer!

I will require everyone please RSVP so I can book the restaurant with enough space!

Thank you! and we hope to see you all out at the AGM!

Your OCM Board!

VIDEO 3 – 200m Fly Rome 2009 - Best swimmer ever???

2011-04-29T12:34:00.000-04:00

One might say that you have a strong case whenever you win an all-time record 8 gold medals in the same Olympic games (14 gold medals in total). He is also the youngest man ever to set a swimming world record at 15 years and 9 months. In the 2009 World Championships in Rome, Phelps took gold again in the 200m and 100m fly (in this one silencing trash talker Milorad Cavic).

Beginner tip: Two kicks (a small and a big one) for each stroke (nice slow motion underwater view at 5:29), feet are tight together.

Intermediate tip: Head enters the water before the arms after breathing, chin barely breaks the surface of the water.

Advanced tip: Similar to freestyle arms are brought to the direction of belly button to finish the stroke, upper body doesn’t move during the underwater kick after the start and turn (abs are tight).

VIDEO 2 - 200m Breastroke 2006 - Leisel Jones storms the world!

2011-04-07T12:43:00.000-04:00

At the age of 14 years old Australian Leisel Jones made her first Olympic Games appearance. Still a teenager she broke her first world record in the month leading to the 2004 Athens Olympic Games. Leisel is regarded as one of the best breastroker swimmer of all time, and in this video Jones smashes the world record in 2006.

Beginner tip: Perfect example of gliding, kicking technique and how the head movement is kept to a minimum.

Intermediate tip: Arms keep moving when she breaths, no stops. Nice example of open turns; both arms touching the wall, knees are brought to the direction of the belly button as the upper body turns sideways, one arm recovers under water while the other goes above it, push the wall in a streamline position, glide, perform an underwater pull-down, and glide again before surfacing and swimming normal breaststroke.

Advanced tip: One dolphin kick is now allowed in the underwater part after the start and turn.

Spring Session Information

2011-03-14T10:44:00.008-04:00

Our Spring Session has started... but it's never too late to join OCM!

For those of you that are triatheletes - these last 12 weeks are crucial for your training, and we will provide some open water training tips in the pool, as well as longer sets to get you used to swimming longer distances without rest.

The Spring Session runs Tuesday March 29th to Sunday June 19th, 2011 (12 weeks).

Swim Times:

Tuesday 7:30-9:00pm (90 minutes)

Thursday 7:30-8:30pm (60 minutes)

Saturday 9:30-11:00am (90 minutes)

Sunday 9:30-10:30am (60 minutes)

Pricing options:

12 drop-ins for our 12 week session is $165.00**

Unlimited swims for the 12 weeks session is $255.00

For returning members from last session all we require is payment. For new members you will be required to fill out a registration form and pay the 35$ annual Member Ship Fee, which goes directly to Masters Swimming Canada and Ontario and covers insurance for your swim practices.

Payment is expected on your first swim, and we can ensure we will be cashing your cheque on April 12th. We can accept personal cheques, cash, or money orders, to be made out to Ottawa Centre Masters.

If you have any questions, please feel free to email us at ottawacentremasters@yahoo.ca

Ottawa Centre Masters Board

**Drop-ins are not transferable to other sessions or years, and we will continue to offer the one free swim to new members only (one time/session/ year only).

VIDEO 1 – The race of the century!!

2011-03-10T11:51:00.001-05:00

We have scoured You-Tube looking for great examples of great swimming.

Here's is Video 1 of 10. Enjoy!!

In one of the most anticipated events of the 2004 Olympic Games, world champion and record holder Ian Thorpe seeks redemption after a disappointing second place in his own backyard in Sydney 4 years earlier. In his path, the reigning Olympic champion and first man to swim the 100m free under 48 seconds; Pieter van den Hoogenband. Notables on deck: king of long distances races and former world record holder in the distance Grant Hackett and a young American teenager named Michael Phelps!!!

Beginner tip: Excellent display of technique; elbows high, arms fully extended to start the stroke, shoulder rotation.

Intermediate tip: Underwater cameras are a good chance to check the movement of the arms. Use forearm surface area to pull (pectorals working), push arms inwards (lats working), finish it strong (triceps working).

Advanced tip: Fly kick after the start and flip turns (upper body steady, all about abs and legs).

Spring Session Survey

2011-02-24T13:27:00.002-05:00

We are nearing the end of our winter swim session and we are seeking your input and feed back on some aspects of the Club before the spring session begins.

Please take a couple minutes to answer this simple 5 question survey http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/2PMPWZZ. It will take less time than a 50m freestyle to complete!

We would appreciate it if you could answer the survey by Thursday March 10th, at midnight.

We'd like to thank you in advance for your input. As your board we are always trying to make OCM a better place to swim and your feedback helps.

Thank you once again for being a fantastic group of people to swim with!

After Swim Breakfast - This Saturday!

2011-02-18T10:37:00.000-05:00

Hi OCM Swimmers!

In stead of a Pool to Pub in February why don't you join us after the practice - this Saturday - for brunch.

We'll meet in the lobby and head out as a group.

Hope you can make it!

OCM "Pool to Pubs" are back! Thursday January 20th!‏

2011-01-10T14:11:00.000-05:00

The season is getting off to a great start! As a reward for your hard work in January we're re-starting our Pool to Pub's! Every 3rd Thursday of the month we'll go out after the practice to enjoy some food and a tasty beverage at one of the local market pubs or restaurants.

So this January we'll be going to the Blue Cactus on Thursday evening, January 20th, at approximately 9pm. No need to RSVP - just be in the lobby after practice and we'll head out together!

Any and all welcome (friends or significant others)

Don’t worry about forgetting - we will send out a reminder closer to the date.

Your OCM board!

Winter Session Information - January 4th to March 27, 2011

2010-12-15T14:17:00.000-05:00

Hello OCM Swimmers, and potential new members.

The new year is fast approaching and I wanted to get this information out to you as soon as possible.

We will be sticking with the pricing and swim practice layout we had in the fall.

Swim Times:
Tuesday 7:30-9:00pm (90 minutes)
Thursday 7:30-8:30pm (60 minutes)
Saturday 9:30-11:00am (90 minutes)
Sunday 9:30-10:30am (60 minutes)

Our remaining two sessions are:
Winter: January 4 to March 27 (12 weeks)
Spring: March 29 to June 19 (12 weeks)

The pricing options are:
12 drop-ins per 12 weeks session for $165.00
Unlimited swims per 12 weeks session $255.00

Drop-ins are not transferable to other sessions or years, and we will continue to offer the one free swim to new members only (one time/session/ year only).

For returning members from last session all we require is payment. For new members you will be required to fill out a registration form and pay the 35$ annual Member Ship fee which goes directly to Masters Swimming Canada and Ontario and covers insurance for your swim practices. (so 12 drop-ins would be

Payment is expected on your first swim, we will be cashing the cheques on January 18th, and will be expecting all payments by then. We accept personal cheques, cash, or money orders, to be made out to Ottawa Centre Masters.
If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at ottawacentremasters@yahoo.ca

Liz Humphrey
President

Informal Ottawa University Swims Dec 7th - 21st

2010-12-07T16:20:00.000-05:00

Hello All,

During December a small group of us will be swimming Tuesday (8pm) and Thursday(7:30pm) nights at Ottawa U (December 7th to 21st). This is a public lane swim, but we do bring a work-out. You can come and go when you like, stay for 2 hours or 60 minutes, show-up late, leave early whatever you like.

If you'd like to join us - please just show up at the Ottawa U pool, so far I'm hearing from 10-12 people that want to go to one or both nights.

Here's a link to the swim schedule if you're interested in swimming on your own over the break:
http://www.geegees.ca/sites/all/themes/geegees/schedules/swimming_fall.php

Otherwise - enjoy your break, the holidays and have a happy and healthy New Year!!

OCM

December 5th Brunch @ Dunn's - End of Session/Holiday Party.

2010-11-16T17:07:00.003-05:00

Hello OCM swimmers,

Every year we have a end of session/holiday party.

This year we will be going out for brunch right after our Sunday swim on December 5th.

We will be going to Dunn's (355 Dalhousie St.) you will be able to order breakfast and lunch. The reservation is for 11:30am, under the Name Ottawa Centre Masters. Please RSVP with us at ottawacentremasters@yahoo.ca.

Also please remember that the deadline for early registration to the Technosport Short Course Sprint Meet in November 24th, for the Saturday December 4th meet. There are about 6 OCM swimmers going - if you're interested please email me for details! (you can always register on deck the day of - so it's never too late)

See you at the pool!

OCM Social Night - Friday October 8th at the Fox and Feather

2010-10-07T16:56:00.001-04:00

Welcome OCM Swimmer to our first social outing of the year.

Please stop by the Fox and Feather at 283 Elgin Street between 6:00-8:00pm and have a laugh on dry land with your fellow OCM swim mates.

Also feel free to bring along a friend or four.

See you there,

Denis,
Social Coordinator

No Swimming Sunday October 10th

2010-10-06T09:55:00.002-04:00

Hello OCM Swimmers,

In the past we've found the turn-out on Thanksgiving Sunday to be very very low (last year there were 2 people in the water).

So we will be CANCELLING SUNDAY'S SWIM (Sunday October 10th), if you'd like to swim that day the pool will be open for their usual public/lane swim from 10:30 am to 2:00 pm, they are closed on Monday.

Have a great weekend and we'll be sure and swim off the turkey and pumpkin pie on Tuesday!

Your OCM Board

Count Down to Fall Swim Session!

2010-09-02T15:13:00.003-04:00

Hi all OCM swimmers and potential new members,

The email has gone out with the registration package, we are still accepting new members.
If you would like the registration package emailed to you and I have somehow missed including you in the email, please contact me at ottawacentremasters@yahoo.ca

For interested NEW members - please feel free to come and try out one swim for free*. Please note that the first night (Tuesday September 14th) is always very busy, so you might want to come Thursday night, but all are welcome!

Liz Humphrey,
OCM President

* please note the free swim is a one time only, in your lifetime - thank you

OCM's 2010-2011 Swim Season - Pricing and Swim Times!

2010-07-05T14:17:00.007-04:00

I hope everyone is having a fantastic summer! I am very happy to present the layout for next year’s swim season. As I mentioned at the AGM – I think you will all be pleased with the payment options and swim times for the 2010-2011 season.

Swim Times:

Tuesday 7:30-9:00pm (90 minutes)

Thursday 7:30-8:30pm (60 minutes)

Saturday 9:30-11:00am (90 minutes)

Sunday 9:30-10:30am (60 minutes)

Our 3 - 12 week sessions:

Fall: September 14 to December 5

Winter: January 4 to March 27

Spring: March 29 to June 19

The pricing options are:
12 drop-ins per 12 weeks session for $165.00
Unlimited swims per 12 weeks session $255.00

Drop-ins are not transferable to other sessions or years, and we will continue to offer the one free swim to new members only (one time/session/ year only).

I will be sending out the registration form for next year in an email Mid-August, along with payment options, deadlines etc.

If you have any questions, please feel free to email me.

Liz Humphrey
President
ottawacentremasters@yahoo.ca

Annual General Meeting - Saturday June 5th, 11:30am - 2:00pm

2010-05-05T14:45:00.006-04:00

We will be having our AGM after the last swim of the session, on Saturday June 5th at Johnny Farina at 216 Elgin Street at 11:30-2:00pm. http://www.johnnyfarina.com/

It is important to try and come to the AGM because:

• we have a lot of FUN!
• great food and company
• we will discuss payment and practise times/dates options for next year
• we will vote in a new board
• a chance to see everyone with their clothes on!

So please mark off Saturday June 5th, from 11:30-2:00pm for the OCM - AGM!

Spring Session Starts March 28th to June 5th, 2010

2010-04-06T09:45:00.004-04:00

Hello OCM swimmers,

Spring is in the air and that means the last session of the 2009-2010 is practically upon us! It's hard to believe another year is coming to a close.

The final session of the Ottawa Centre Masters swim season starts this Sunday March 28th and runs until Saturday June 5th 2010. It's never too late to join though. Please email us with any questions. (ottawacentremasters@yahoo.ca)

Swim Times:
Tuesday + Thursday 7:30-8:30pm
Saturday 10:00-11:00am
Sunday 9:30-10:30am

Your OCM Board

End of Session Breakfast - Sunday March 28th

2010-03-25T11:45:00.006-04:00

We are wrapping up another great winter session, and welcoming spring with open arms. Come on out to our "end of Winter Session" breakfast. On Sunday March 28th at about 11am we will meet in the lobby after practice and head out from there, to a location we'll pick that morning . We hope you can make it!

Ottawa Centre Masters Board

Brockville Almost Serious Swim Meet

2010-01-28T13:10:00.000-05:00

We had an excellent showing this year at the 2010 Brockville Swim meet, which was held Saturday January 16th. The Brockville meet, as always, was a great place to race in a no pressure environment and have a good time with the other OCM swimmers. Brockville always puts on a great morning of races, and as usual the hot lunch served afterwards was excellent, and a great opportunity to chat with swimers from other clubs. We're already looknig forward to next year!
One of the local newspaper photographers got a great shot of Sophie racing her heart out!

Pool to Pub - Thursday Janaury 28th

2010-01-26T11:23:00.000-05:00

It's great to see so many of us in the pool for the new year! We are all game for some good work outs. But it is said (by someone somewhere, I am quite sure!) that all good work out ends with a pint of something fun.

So, it's time for our first pool to pub of the 2010!! Please come and join us at the Blue Cactus this coming Thursday after the swim.

Here's the address and a link to their web-site:
2 Byward Market Square
http://www.bluecactusbarandgrill.com/

We hope to see you all there on Thursday night!

Winter Session Information

2009-12-29T11:36:00.001-05:00

Hello OCM Swimmers,

Just a reminder - we are getting back to the pool on Tuesday January 5th to Saturday March 27th, 2010 for our Winter session.

Please see below for the Schedule and fee information.

See you on deck!

2009-2010 Swim Season Information

2009-12-29T11:00:00.003-05:00

Swimming Schedule:
Tuesday: 7:30 pm-8:30 pm (1 hour)
Thursday: 7:30 pm- 8:30 pm (1 hour)
Saturday: 10:00 am- 11:00 am (1.5 hours)
Sunday: 9:30 am- 10:30 am (1.5 hours)

Swimming Sessions:Winter: January 5 to March 27
Spring: March 28 to June 5

Swimming Fees:1 swim per week:
$155 (per session), or purchase all 3 sessions at once for: $400
2 swims per week:
$230 (per session), or purchase all 3 sessions at once for: $600
3 – 4 swims per week:
$310 (per session), or purchase all 3 sessions at once for: $800

Drop in (new members only) options:
5 drop-in swims for $70

Any unused swims expire at the end of each session. The drop in fee of 70$ can be applied to the purchase of any of the "swims per week" packages.

Xmas Lunch and the Olympic Torch arrives at City Hall

2009-12-12T15:29:00.002-05:00

OCMers got out on Saturday afternoon for our Christmas lunch party, followed by an amazing opportunity to hold the Olympic Torch and the Lantern that hold the Olympic Flame. Each member had the opportunity for a photo with the flame and lantern. We had a great time cheering the torch on, and we want to thank everyone who came out and we hope to see everyone back in the pool on January 5th for the start of our winter session!

December Workshops 12-13th and 18-19th

2009-12-03T12:19:00.003-05:00

Our excellent coaches Michel and Marie have put together a special workshop to be held the mornings of December 12-13, and December 18-19.

One weekend for 40$ or both for 60$.

This will provide a great opportunity to work intensively on your swimming skills and keep up your swimming through December after the session ends on December 8.

If you are interested please let us know at ottawacentremasters@yahoo.com asap to reserve your spot, as places are limited.

Please see the post in the side-bar for more information.

Holiday Party - Saturday December 12th 11:30am

2009-12-03T12:09:00.001-05:00

Hello OCM Members,

You are each and all invited to attend our upcoming Christmas/holiday/session wrapup party.

It will be held on Saturday December 12th (not the 13th as suggested in the last email) in order to link up with the Olympic torch relay, which will be passing through downtown Ottawa on that day.

We will be meeting for lunch at Johnny Farina's on Elgin Street (directions and menu at http://www.johnnyfarina.com) from 11:30 a.m. to around 1:30 p.m., and then heading out to see the Olympic relay, which will be in the vicinity that afternoon. If all goes well, we are hoping to try for an OCM photo-op with the Olympic torch.

It would be great to have a good group of OCM members out for this event, and we hope you can join us for a fun outing. Please RSVP to Ali Lamont at amlamont@rogers.com by close of business Wednesday December 2nd if you plan on attending.

Yours with the best of the season,

The OCM Board

We Still Have Room!

2009-10-28T11:32:00.003-04:00

I've received a few emails asking if we still have room for new swimmers... and we do!

So come and swim in downtown Ottawa, in the heart of the Byward Market with OCM!

Your first practice is free - so please feel free to drop by anytime and try us out. Just be sure and sign-in as a "Guest Swimmer" at the front desk.

See you on deck!

Coaches

2009-08-31T00:00:00.002-04:00

We at OCM are fortunate enough to have 4 coaches.

Tuesday nights: Ginette or Michel
Thursday nights: Marie, Ginette, or Michel
Saturday and Sunday: Michel and Marie (alternating weekends)

Each session the coach will provide a work-out. The work outs have 4 different levels, one for each lane. You may change lanes day to day - depending on who is swimming at the time.

Please speak-up and let your coaches know what you need. If you are looking for pointers on your technique - just ask.

Not sure which drill you should be doing? Ask the coach about which drills would be best for you.

Some Announcments

2009-07-23T13:42:00.001-04:00

The New 2009 - 2010 Board:

The new board met up last week to talk about our options for our swim program starting in September. We have assumed roles of president (Ali Lamont) head coach (Michel Ouellet) treasurer (Elizabeth Fennelly) membership (Kevin Woodley) secretary/communications (Elizabeth Humphrey) and socials (Stephanie Balsamo). Rick Greenwood will be member at large as his work duties will keep him on the road for much of the next couple seasons.

Report on Club Finances:
We finished the year with a deficit of $636.89, with $305 in swimming fees outstanding. Some money was used to repay a debt to Ellis Betensky, who founded the club with outgoing President Mary-Stuart Ross, and also purchased the video cameras that are used on the weekends. To those six people who owe outstanding fees to the club, please contact our treasurer right away so we can start the next season with our finances in order.

Membership Drive:
While we had 45 members register during the year, our "regulars" are around 21 people , so we will be looking for your help to increase participation next fall, particularly during the weeknight swims. So please invite any friends you think might be interested in joining us to take on our free trial swim offer . Towards the end of the summer, we will be providing you with copies of our poster by email to put up wherever you think might help attract a few more keen swimmers to our club.

MSO Registration Cards:

I am aware that many of you didn't get your MSO registration cards yet . I have been in touch with the Masters Swimming Ontario registrar, Brian Croker, who has agreed to get those to me in the next couple weeks. MSO is promising a new online registration system in the Fall. If you want to enter an Ontario swim before you get your card, email me at kevinw@ncf.ca and I will get you your MSO number.