Changing teachers…
Thank you and farewell to Peter our affable Saturday morning teacher who is off to see the world. Our replacement, Joy, is an experienced teacher from Sweden , studying at Southampton University . Stacey Last, passing through from her parents swim school in New Zealand has taken up a lot of the cover teaching, as well as Friday night in the small pool.
Club Championships…
The finals take place on Saturday May 20 th 2006 at the Quays, 6pm - 9.00pm . All Tadpoles, Turtles and Dolphins are invited to take part in this terrific gala evening. The next day, Sunday 21 st May, all swimmers and their families are invited to the Barbecue and picnic at Manor Farm Country Park, where the presentations will be made after 2.00pm . All swimmers receive an award. This is a fabulous night for the children and an exciting way to see your children's progress. Please note thedates, entry forms are available from reception. The £5.00 entry fee helps towards the pool hire and medals.
Water Polo Tournament…
Saturday 18 th February 3.00pm at Shirley Pool. All swimmers are invited to take part. Under eleven's play in the shallow sections, older swimmers are in the deep section. £3.00 entry fee covers certificates for all and medals for winning teams.
Crash Courses…
Now full at half term, booking are being taken for Easter Holidays week 1: April 3 rd – 7 th Week 2: Monday 10 th – Thursday 13 th . Jane will be taking an Advanced Beginners class in the small pool on the second week. Stroke classes both weeks in the main pool 2.00-4.00pm . Summer Crash Courses begin on Monday July 24 th and run every week of the summer.
Aquafit…
Abbies's Aquafit classes are now on a Tuesday 8.00-9.00pm and Thursdays from 7.00pm – 8.00pm . Classes cost £3.50, just turn up.
Goggles!
Loan goggles are provided for trial lessons and forgetful swimmers. Well fitted, quality goggles make a real difference to a swimming lesson. Please make sure your child has their own goggles, clearly marked with their name. A linen name tag tacked to the strap helps to avoid goggles being mislaid.
Parking…
I know it is necessary to park in the road at busy times, please be considerate to our neighbours. It is also acceptable to use the Health Centre car park after 5.00pm
Swipe Cards…
Our computer holds up to date personal records, medical history and emergency contacts on all swimmers . Every child should have a personalised membership card which they swipe on entry to the pool at the desk. If you don't have a card, it probably means that we don't have any contact information. Please ask at reception.
Pictures on our website…
We plan to use short videos and still pictures of the swimmers for stroke analysis and other valid purposes on our website. If you would rather not have your child included, let us know.
Distance badges…
Two lanes are reserved on the last Saturday of the month for children to attempt distance awards. Check with their teacher first and then reserve a space at reception. There is no extra charge for direct debit customers.
Learn to Dive Classes…
On a Saturday with Brett at 11.00am are popular as a way of using make up lessons. Just remember to ask your child's teacher if they are safe in the deep first!
Star Swimmers…
Well done to Hannah Musker, Helen Thompson and Jack Vivian who came first in the Bazooka Schools Swimming Championships at Ponds Forge, Sheffield representing their school, Charlton House. Alexandra Diamond and Oliver Summers have both been selected to represent England Schools in a friendly International. All these children learnt to swim at Shirley Pool.
No Mum's in the gents changing rooms…
A few complaints from our older boys and Dads. Please be patient if your son is taking a long time to change. If we were to allow ladies in the gents then we would also need to permit men into the ladies!
Closure Days: Monday May 1 st , Monday May 29 th ,Friday 14 th , Saturday April 15 th , Sunday April 16 th (Easter) and Monday 17 th April
Thank you for your continued support, your recommendations to friends and family are very important for us.
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