Hey Junior Families!
I hope all is well. Breaststroke week was a great success with plenty of improvement and great effort from the group. I hope the Juniors are getting as excited as me for the Ice Breaker meet! Remember that there will be no practices held tomorrow the 22nd. Also, note that the June schedule has been sent out and is attached to this email.
Weekly Focus
This week the Juniors will be focusing on Butterfly, working on strong dolphin kicks and a steady body position. Butterfly poses as one of the more tiring strokes but to counter that we’ll be establishing a strong foundation by doing a lot of dolphin kick during practices. We will also be continuing with dives as well as going over touch turns this week!
Equipment Needed
As meets are coming quickly, goggles and swim caps are now mandatory to ensure that all swimmers are used to wearing them and to prevent discomfort at meets. I encourage the Juniors to continue to bring water bottles since it’s getting hotter out, snacks for after practices, and sunscreen.
Important Upcoming Dates
Monday, May 22nd – No Practices
Thursday, May 25th – Kigoos Stroke and Turn Clinic 6:30-8:30 pm (separate email coming)
Saturday, May 27th – No Practices
Sunday, May 28th – Mock Meet Steveston Pool 7-10 am
Thursday, June 1st – Kigoos Starter and Ref Clinic 6:30-8:30 pm (separate email coming)
Friday, June 2nd – Posters and Cheers Night (more info to come)
June 3rd/4th – Richmond Kigoos Ice Breaker Meet
June 10th/11th – B4 Meet
June 14th – WRASA Development Meet
June 18th/19th – Ladner Super 7 Meet
Feel free to email me with any questions or concerns.
Have a great week!
Coach Alex
