Hello everyone,

Well the weather held out and we were able to have a great first week of practice! The season is in full swing and things are really going to start to speed up. We have our first meet 11 days from now (Tuesday after Memorial Day) which leaves us only next week to practice. Here are some things to be aware of:

• We will have a parents meeting on Monday @ 6pm. This will allow you an opportunity to ask any questions you may have and allow us an opportunity to explain a little about the meet and what volunteer requirements are. Many people are intimidated by all the different roles in a swim meet but once you do it, it’s not bad.
• Remember your child must be able to swim one length of the pool unassisted (or close to it) by the end of next weeks practice to remain on the team. We will have a trial run either Wednesday or Thursday of next week for those who I feel may not be able to make it. This is one of the hardest parts of my job but it is necessary for safety reasons and for the amount of young children we have. If you have any questions or concerns about this please don’t hesitate to ask.
• The T-shirts have arrived. We hope to hand them out at practice next week. Be sure to wear them at our swim meets.
• Remember to check the Swimtopia website for meet information. We will open up the meet volunteer sign-up next week. I’ve already opened up the swimmer eligibility links for the season. Remember you need to sign in and opt your child in to swim for all the swim meets he/she will participate in. If you are aware of week you are going to be out, you can go ahead and opt-out for that week.

More information will be following as we get closer to the first meet, but that is all for now. As always, if you have any questions or concerns feel free to reach out to me or any of our team.

Go ElectricRays

Jason