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The K-W Swim School Program
ROW has developed a progressive swim school for children ages 5-7. The new Kitchener-Waterloo Swim School program is offered at 2 locations, the Waterloo Recreation Centre Swimplex and our Kitchener location, Breithaupt Community Centre. Our new KWSS locations offer a warmer pool for the little ones and a family change room.
Our program takes children through all the swim strokes and gives them the foundation to join our ROW competitive swim program. Each session is 10 weeks long. Our new KW Swim School Coordinator, will be implementing a fun and exciting program that engages all swimmers to build and develop their swimming skills. We are very excited with our new program and glad you have decided to join us.
Locations
| SP - Swimplex | BR - Breithaupt Community Centre |
| 101 Father David Bauer Dr. Waterloo, ON Fall session: September 28 – November 30 |
350 Margaret Ave. Kitchener, ON Fall sessions: Week of September 26 – November 28 |
Cost: $150 per session (10 weeks). Click here for fee breakdown.
Swim Schedule
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | |
| AM | |||||||
| PM | 7:30-8:15 @BR | 7:00-7:45 @SP 7:45-8:30 @SP |
6:00-6:45 @BR 6:45-7:30 @BR |
BR = Breithaupt pool
SP = Waterloo Recreation Centre Swimplex
Meet the Coaches Night
At the start of the season, in the fall, ROW hosts a "Meet the Coaches" night. Look for an announcement concerning this important evening. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to meet the coaches, learn more about the KW Swim School and ROW Swim Club programs, and meet other parents and swim mates.
Tiny Olympic Prospects 1
TOP 1 is for swimmers age 7-10 years with work focusing on stroke technique, endurance and "Best Times". Swimmers practice 2 times per week from September to May with the goal of preparing and participating in fun novice meets.
ROW offers four different TOP 1 groups. One TOP 1 group meets at the Swimplex. Another TOP 1 program meets at the Breithaupt Centre. Both programs offer a little warmer water temperature and a family change room. The last two TOP 1 programs are offered at the Wilfrid Laurier University pool.
Locations
| WLU - Wilfrid Laurier University | SP - Swimplex | BR - Breithaupt Community Centre |
| 75 University Avenue West Waterloo, ON Session 1: Monday September 26 – Thursday May 31 |
101 Father David Bauer Dr. Waterloo, ON Session: Wednesday September 28 - Saturday June 2 |
350 Margaret Ave. Kitchener, ON Session: Tuesday September 27 - Friday June 1 |
Cost: $1,075. Click here for fee breakdown.
Training Schedule
TOP 1 Blue trains Tuesday & Thursday at WLU
TOP 1 Purple trains Monday & Thursday at WLU
TOP 1 Green trains Tuesday & Friday at Breithaupt
TOP 1 Red trains Wednesday & Saturday at the Swimplex
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | |
| AM | 7:40-8:40@SP | ||||||
| PM | 7:00-8:00@WLU | 7:00-8:00@WLU 7:30-8:30@BR |
7:00-8:00@SP | 6:00-7:00@WLU 7:00-8:00@WLU |
6:00-7:00@BR |
WLU = Wilfrid Laurier University pool
BR = Breithaupt pool
SP = Waterloo Recreation Centre Swimplex
ROW Series Meets
These meets are intended for the TOP 1 and Bronze 2/3 swimmers. The meets all take place at the Wilfrid Laurier University pool. If you do not plan to attend, you must let your coach know before the drop date. These meets are perfect practice meets!
See Officiating and swim meets for TOP1 parents for the schedule.
Meet the Coaches
Coordinator: Kaitlyn Schultz
The Region of Waterloo Swim Club welcomes Kaitlyn Schultz to our coaching staff. Kaitlyn brings her experience, enthusiasm and imaginative new ideas to our young swimmer's programming here at ROW. She will be lead coach for our Silver and Bronze groups as well as coordinating our youngest swimmers in the Tiny Olympic Prospect (TOP 1) group. "We are working on developing a larger novice program" says ROW President Tracy Bennett. The Kitchener Waterloo Swim School, our novice program for ages 5-10, will operate out of 3 locations this season. "This program expansion is our commitment to develop swim skills in the youth of the community." Collaborating with both cities as their affiliated Club, ROW is excited about adding another full-time career coach to our line-up.
Kaitlyn's coaching philosophy closely mirror's ROW's commitment to the sport of swimming, community and youth, "Although the idea of personal best is a prominent theme in my coaching, the concept of "team" is just as important. I want my athletes and their family members to share values of friendship, team pride, and community support."
Kaitlyn has been affiliated with swimming in Ontario for over 15 years. Kaitlyn places an emphasis on stroke mechanics, and technique, while making swimming fun. In 2009, Kaitlyn accepted the position of head coach of the Variety Village Flames where she coached both able bodied and paralympic swimmers of all ages. During her tenure there, she successfully placed a swimmer on two consecutive Paralympic World Championship teams.
Kaitlyn recently completed her studies towards a B.A. in professional writing at York University and continues her studies towards a bachelor in social work at the University of Waterloo.
"I am truly excited to be coming to ROW as I feel that it is a natural progression to my career having taught swimming at various levels and most recently as head coach of the Variety Village Flames in Toronto" said Ms. Schultz.
Questions and Concerns
If you have any questions or concerns about the program, coaching, or how your swimmers are doing, please talk to Coach Kaitlyn (ac.gnimmiwswor|nyltiaKhcaoC#ac.gnimmiwswor|nyltiaKhcaoC) or Coach Russ (ac.gnimmiwswor|ssuRhcaoC#ac.gnimmiwswor|ssuRhcaoC).
If you have any questions about your family account or other administrative concerns, please contact the ROW office (ac.gnimmiwswor|eciffO#ac.gnimmiwswor|eciffO).
Bronze 3 Program
Bronze 3 swimmers are 7-8 years old focusing on stroke technique proficiency, starts and turns, and racing strategy. Swimmers practice 2 times per week from September to June participating in local, regional and provincial swim meets.
Session: Tuesday September 20 – Saturday June 2
Cost: $1,425. Click here for fee breakdown.
Training Schedule
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | |
| AM | 10:30-12:00@WLU | ||||||
| PM | 6:00-7:00@WLU |
WLU = Wilfrid Laurier University pool
ROW Series Meets
These meets are intended for the TOP 1 and Bronze 2/3 swimmers. The meets all take place at the Wilfrid Laurier University pool. If you do not plan to attend, you must let your coach know before the drop date. These meets are perfect practice meets!
See Officiating and swim meets for Bronze 3 parents for the schedule.
Lead Coach Kaitlyn Schultz
The Region of Waterloo Swim Club welcomes Kaitlyn Schultz to our coaching staff. Kaitlyn brings her experience, enthusiasm and imaginative new ideas to our young swimmer's programming here at ROW. She will be lead coach for our Silver and Bronze groups as well as coordinating our youngest swimmers in the Tiny Olympic Prospect (TOP 1) group. "We are working on developing a larger novice program" says ROW President Tracy Bennett. The Kitchener Waterloo Swim School, our novice program for ages 5-10, will operate out of 3 locations this season. "This program expansion is our commitment to develop swim skills in the youth of the community." Collaborating with both cities as their affiliated Club, ROW is excited about adding another full-time career coach to our line-up.
Kaitlyn's coaching philosophy closely mirror's ROW's commitment to the sport of swimming, community and youth, "Although the idea of personal best is a prominent theme in my coaching, the concept of "team" is just as important. I want my athletes and their family members to share values of friendship, team pride, and community support."
Kaitlyn has been affiliated with swimming in Ontario for over 15 years. Kaitlyn places an emphasis on stroke mechanics, and technique, while making swimming fun. In 2009, Kaitlyn accepted the position of head coach of the Variety Village Flames where she coached both able bodied and paralympic swimmers of all ages. During her tenure there, she successfully placed a swimmer on two consecutive Paralympic World Championship teams.
Kaitlyn recently completed her studies towards a B.A. in professional writing at York University and continues her studies towards a bachelor in social work at the University of Waterloo.
"I am truly excited to be coming to ROW as I feel that it is a natural progression to my career having taught swimming at various levels and most recently as head coach of the Variety Village Flames in Toronto" said Ms. Schultz.
Bronze 2 Program
Bronze 2 swimmers are 8-11 years old focusing on stroke technique proficiency, starts and turns, and racing strategy. Swimmers practice 3 times per week from September to June participating in local, regional and provincial swim meets.
Session: Tuesday September 20 - Wednesday June 6
Cost: $1,825. Click here for fee breakdown.
Training Schedule
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | |
| AM | |||||||
| PM | 7:00-8:00@WLU | 7:00-8:00@WLU | 6:30-7:30@WLU |
WLU = Wilfrid Laurier University pool
ROW Series Meets
These meets are intended for the TOP 1 and Bronze 2/3 swimmers. The meets all take place at the Wilfrid Laurier University pool. If you do not plan to attend, you must let your coach know before the drop date. These meets are perfect practice meets!
See Officiating and swim meets for Bronze 2 parents for the schedule.
Coaches
Lead Coach Kaitlyn Schultz
The Region of Waterloo Swim Club welcomes Kaitlyn Schultz to our coaching staff. Kaitlyn brings her experience, enthusiasm and imaginative new ideas to our young swimmer's programming here at ROW. She will be lead coach for our Silver and Bronze groups as well as coordinating our youngest swimmers in the Tiny Olympic Prospect (TOP 1) group. "We are working on developing a larger novice program" says ROW President Tracy Bennett. The Kitchener Waterloo Swim School, our novice program for ages 5-10, will operate out of 3 locations this season. "This program expansion is our commitment to develop swim skills in the youth of the community." Collaborating with both cities as their affiliated Club, ROW is excited about adding another full-time career coach to our line-up.
Kaitlyn's coaching philosophy closely mirror's ROW's commitment to the sport of swimming, community and youth, "Although the idea of personal best is a prominent theme in my coaching, the concept of "team" is just as important. I want my athletes and their family members to share values of friendship, team pride, and community support."
Kaitlyn has been affiliated with swimming in Ontario for over 15 years. Kaitlyn places an emphasis on stroke mechanics, and technique, while making swimming fun. In 2009, Kaitlyn accepted the position of head coach of the Variety Village Flames where she coached both able bodied and paralympic swimmers of all ages. During her tenure there, she successfully placed a swimmer on two consecutive Paralympic World Championship teams.
Kaitlyn recently completed her studies towards a B.A. in professional writing at York University and continues her studies towards a bachelor in social work at the University of Waterloo.
"I am truly excited to be coming to ROW as I feel that it is a natural progression to my career having taught swimming at various levels and most recently as head coach of the Variety Village Flames in Toronto" said Ms. Schultz.
Assistant Coaches Frances Heather and Renee Dijk
Bronze 1 Program
Bronze 1 swimmers are 8-11 years old focusing on stroke technique proficiency, starts and turns, and racing strategy. Swimmers practice 4 times per week from September to June participating in local, regional and provincial swim meets.
Session: Monday September 19 – Wednesday June 6
Cost: $2,125. Click here for fee breakdown.
Training Schedule
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | |
| AM | 9:00-10:30@WLU | ||||||
| PM | 7:00-8:00@WLU | 5:30-7:00@WLU | 6:30-8:00@WLU |
WLU = Wilfrid Laurier University pool
ROW Swim Meets
See Officiating and swim meets for Bronze 1 parents.
Lead Coach Kaitlyn Schultz
The Region of Waterloo Swim Club welcomes Kaitlyn Schultz to our coaching staff. Kaitlyn brings her experience, enthusiasm and imaginative new ideas to our young swimmer's programming here at ROW. She will be lead coach for our Silver and Bronze groups as well as coordinating our youngest swimmers in the Tiny Olympic Prospect (TOP 1) group. "We are working on developing a larger novice program" says ROW President Tracy Bennett. The Kitchener Waterloo Swim School, our novice program for ages 5-10, will operate out of 3 locations this season. "This program expansion is our commitment to develop swim skills in the youth of the community." Collaborating with both cities as their affiliated Club, ROW is excited about adding another full-time career coach to our line-up.
Kaitlyn's coaching philosophy closely mirror's ROW's commitment to the sport of swimming, community and youth, "Although the idea of personal best is a prominent theme in my coaching, the concept of "team" is just as important. I want my athletes and their family members to share values of friendship, team pride, and community support."
Kaitlyn has been affiliated with swimming in Ontario for over 15 years. Kaitlyn places an emphasis on stroke mechanics, and technique, while making swimming fun. In 2009, Kaitlyn accepted the position of head coach of the Variety Village Flames where she coached both able bodied and paralympic swimmers of all ages. During her tenure there, she successfully placed a swimmer on two consecutive Paralympic World Championship teams.
Kaitlyn recently completed her studies towards a B.A. in professional writing at York University and continues her studies towards a bachelor in social work at the University of Waterloo.
"I am truly excited to be coming to ROW as I feel that it is a natural progression to my career having taught swimming at various levels and most recently as head coach of the Variety Village Flames in Toronto" said Ms. Schultz.
Silver Program
Silver swimmers are 9-12 years old focusing on stroke technique proficiency, starts and turns, and racing strategy. Swimmers practice 5 times per week from September to June participating in local, regional and provincial swim meets.
Session: Monday September 19 – Thursday June 7
Cost: $2,650. Click here for fee breakdown.
Training Schedule
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | |
| AM | 6:00-7:30@SP | ||||||
| PM | 5:30-7:00@WLU | 6:30-8:00@WLU | 7:00-8:00@WLU | 5:00-6:30@WLU |
SP = Waterloo Recreation Centre Swimplex
WLU = Wilfrid Laurier University pool
ROW Swim Meets
See Officiating and swim meets for Silver parents.
Coach Kaitlyn Schultz
The Region of Waterloo Swim Club welcomes Kaitlyn Schultz to our coaching staff. Kaitlyn brings her experience, enthusiasm and imaginative new ideas to our young swimmer's programming here at ROW. She will be lead coach for our Silver and Bronze groups as well as coordinating our youngest swimmers in the Tiny Olympic Prospect (TOP 1) group. "We are working on developing a larger novice program" says ROW President Tracy Bennett. The Kitchener Waterloo Swim School, our novice program for ages 5-10, will operate out of 3 locations this season. "This program expansion is our commitment to develop swim skills in the youth of the community." Collaborating with both cities as their affiliated Club, ROW is excited about adding another full-time career coach to our line-up.
Kaitlyn's coaching philosophy closely mirror's ROW's commitment to the sport of swimming, community and youth, "Although the idea of personal best is a prominent theme in my coaching, the concept of "team" is just as important. I want my athletes and their family members to share values of friendship, team pride, and community support."
Kaitlyn has been affiliated with swimming in Ontario for over 15 years. Kaitlyn places an emphasis on stroke mechanics, and technique, while making swimming fun. In 2009, Kaitlyn accepted the position of head coach of the Variety Village Flames where she coached both able bodied and paralympic swimmers of all ages. During her tenure there, she successfully placed a swimmer on two consecutive Paralympic World Championship teams.
Kaitlyn recently completed her studies towards a B.A. in professional writing at York University and continues her studies towards a bachelor in social work at the University of Waterloo.
"I am truly excited to be coming to ROW as I feel that it is a natural progression to my career having taught swimming at various levels and most recently as head coach of the Variety Village Flames in Toronto" said Ms. Schultz.
Coach Dave Hughes
The 2010/2011 season will be my 8th season coaching with ROW and I am back with the Silver group for a third time. I began coaching for the club as a Summer Swim Camp Coach in 2003 and since then I have coached as the Top 1 Coordinator, Summer Swim Camp Coordinator, and AD3 (Bronze) Group Coach and Coordinator. I am First Aid and NLS certified and I am also currently working on my Skills Coach certification through the NCCP.
I recently retired from a 15 year competitive swimming career in which I competed for ROW, the Waterloo Collegiate Swim Team, and the Wilfrid Laurier Varsity Swim Team. As a club swimmer I swam for Dean Boles and through his coaching I was able to compete in the 2004 and 2008 Olympic Swimming Trials as well as the 2005 Canada Summer Games. As a Varsity Athlete at WLU I was able to qualify for the CIS championships in each of my four year on the team and in both 2006 and 2007 I won the 1500 m freestyle at the OUA championships. Following my second year of swimming at WLU I was chosen as Male Team Captain and I served in this position for my two remaining years on the team. During my final year with WLU Swimming I used my role as Team Captain to raise student awareness of the closure of the WLU pool and was able to run a successful referendum campaign that pledged nearly $1.2 million towards pool repairs. Along with the support of ROW, the Federal and Provincial Governments, and the cities of Kitchener and Waterloo we were able to extend the life of the pool for an estimated 20 years. For my efforts in this project I was awarded the Bill Haggstrom Trophy for Male Contributing Most to Athletics at WLU and a Builder Award from ROW.
Outside of the pool I am a student and recent graduate from Wilfrid Laurier with an Honours Bachelor of Science in Biology and Chemistry. I will now use my background in these areas to attend the new School of Pharmacy at the University of Waterloo beginning in January 2010. I’m looking forward to continuing my education in the Waterloo area so that I can continue to live here and coach with ROW.
Gold Program
Gold swimmers are between the ages of 11-13 years and focus on stroke technique perfection, goal development and racing strategy. Swimmers practice 6 times per week from September to June with a goal to compete at the Regional, Provincial and Canadian Age Group Championships level.
Session: Monday September 19 – July 29
Cost: $3,375. Click here for fee breakdown.
Training Schedule
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | |
| AM | 5:45-7:15@WLU | 6:00-7:30@SP | |||||
| PM | 5:30-7:00@WLU | 5:30-7:00@WLU | 5:30-7:00@WLU | 5:00-6:30@WLU |
SP = Waterloo Recreation Centre Swimplex
WLU = Wilfrid Laurier University pool
Dryland training: Please allow for earlier arrival time
ROW Swim Meets
See Officiating and swim meets for Gold parents.
Coach Matt Mains
After spending 20 years as a competitive swimmer, Matt has transitioned to being a coach.
Matt was a 4 year member of the national team, a member of the Pan-American Games team in 2003 and a member of the Canadian team to Britain in 2004. During his career Matt has competed at almost all levels of competition, ranging from development age group meets to large, international, multi-sport competitions.
Matt competed for ROW for 7 years, during which time he made the Canada Games team in 2001, won a handful of National titles and international medals. Matt graduated from the University of Waterloo twice completing both an undergraduate degree in mathematics and a masters degree in management sciences. During his university career he was a 2 time Academic All-Canadian, 4 time OUA swimmer of the meet and is a two time athlete of the year.
He is looking forward to passing on his knowledge and his learned experiences in the sport onto his swimmers.
Senior 3 Program
This program is designed specifically for high school students who wish to begin or continue training. The training runs from September to June and emphasizes lifelong fitness and health. Participation in Swim Ontario sanctioned events is optional.
Session Tuesday September 20 - Wednesday June 6
Cost: Competitive - $2,545. Non-Competitive - $1,425. Click here for fee breakdown.
Training Schedule
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | |
| AM | 9:30-11:00@WLU | 9:00-10:30@WLU | |||||
| PM | 6:30-7:30@SP | 5:30-6:30@WLU | 3:30-5:00@WLU |
WLU = Wilfrid Laurier University pool
SP = Waterloo Recreation Centre Swimplex
ROW Swim Meets
See Officiating and swim meets for Senior 3 (Competitive) parents.
Lead Coach Tim Sauvé
Tim has been coaching for the past 6 years with McMaster University, also 2 of those years he helped with Golden Horseshoe Aquatic Club. Tim has worked with every level of athlete, and has seen what it takes to succeed.
Tim Sauvé took Chelsey Gotell to the German Open in Berlin, the Para Can-Ams in San Antonio Texas, and was one of the major influences for her in her preparation in the 2008 Beijing Paralympics where she won Gold in the 200 IM and the 100 Bk.
During his time at McMaster Tim helped build the team from 1 male national qualifier and 4 female national qualifiers to last year they had 24 athletes competing at the national championships. Tim took a keen interest in Strength and Conditioning, he was hired by Steve Lidstone (Strength and Condoning coordinator) and together they put a program in place that has become well known throughout Swim Ontario. He has helped organize and run many provincial level camps for the strength and condoning component, and also a national level camp which was the key training for the 2009 Pan Pac games in Melbourne, Australia.
Tim also has age group level coaching experience, during his first two years as a coach Tim helped Golden Horseshoe Aquatic Club. Tim was the assistant age group coach and the head novice coach. He was able to help the novice program grow tremendously in those two years, and also helped the age group program take off.
Tim as an athlete had a late start in the sport of swimming. He started at the age of 15 for the Chatham Y Pool Sharks. There he blossomed, making his age group national time his first year of swimming, and continued to be a national level athlete throughout his entire 8 year career. After graduation of High School Tim headed off to McMaster University and was very successful. He was an OUA all star all three of those years, and won an OUA Championship in his second year. Tim held the McMaster record in the 50 Fly for 10 years until it was finally broken this past season.
Tim is extremely excited about helping create a positive, fun environment in which every athlete can achieve their individual goals at Region of Waterloo Swim Club.
Senior 2 Program
Swimmers aged 13-16 that are working on further refining technique and training skills to allow them to compete successfully at the Regional, Provincial and Canadian Age Group Championship level. Swimmers train 7 times per week. Swimmers will engage in a variety of dry land cross training methods to help them reach their goals.
Session: Monday September 12 – July 29
Cost: $4,275. Click here for fee breakdown.
Training Schedule
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | |
| AM | 5:30-7:30@WLU | 5:30-7:15@SP | 5:30-7:15@SP | 5:30-7:30@WLU | 7:00-9:00@WLU | ||
| PM | 3:30-5:30@WLU | 3:30-5:30@WLU |
SP = Waterloo Recreation Centre Swimplex
WLU = Wilfrid Laurier University pool
Dryland training: Please allow for earlier arrival time
ROW Swim Meets
See Officiating and swim meets for Senior 2 parents.
Coach Tim Sauvé
Tim has been coaching for the past 6 years with McMaster University, also 2 of those years he helped with Golden Horseshoe Aquatic Club. Tim has worked with every level of athlete, and has seen what it takes to succeed.
Tim Sauvé took Chelsey Gotell to the German Open in Berlin, the Para Can-Ams in San Antonio Texas, and was one of the major influences for her in her preparation in the 2008 Beijing Paralympics where she won Gold in the 200 IM and the 100 Bk.
During his time at McMaster Tim helped build the team from 1 male national qualifier and 4 female national qualifiers to last year they had 24 athletes competing at the national championships. Tim took a keen interest in Strength and Conditioning, he was hired by Steve Lidstone (Strength and Condoning coordinator) and together they put a program in place that has become well known throughout Swim Ontario. He has helped organize and run many provincial level camps for the strength and condoning component, and also a national level camp which was the key training for the 2009 Pan Pac games in Melbourne, Australia.
Tim also has age group level coaching experience, during his first two years as a coach Tim helped Golden Horseshoe Aquatic Club. Tim was the assistant age group coach and the head novice coach. He was able to help the novice program grow tremendously in those two years, and also helped the age group program take off.
Tim as an athlete had a late start in the sport of swimming. He started at the age of 15 for the Chatham Y Pool Sharks. There he blossomed, making his age group national time his first year of swimming, and continued to be a national level athlete throughout his entire 8 year career. After graduation of High School Tim headed off to McMaster University and was very successful. He was an OUA all star all three of those years, and won an OUA Championship in his second year. Tim held the McMaster record in the 50 Fly for 10 years until it was finally broken this past season.
Tim is extremely excited about helping create a positive, fun environment in which every athlete can achieve their individual goals at Region of Waterloo Swim Club.
Senior 1 Program
Swimmers aged 14 and up that are striving to compete at the Provincial, National and International levels. Swimmers train 9 times a week, including dry land sessions that encompass a number of cross-training and swimming specific exercises to help them reach their full potential.
Session: Monday September 12 – July 29
Cost: $5,225. Click here for fee breakdown.
Training Schedule
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | |
| AM | 5:30-7:30@WLU | 5:30-7:30@WLU | 5:30-7:30@WLU | 5:30-7:30@WLU | 7:00-9:00@WLU 9:00-10:00 Dryland |
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| PM | 3:30-5:30@WLU | 3:30-5:30@WLU | 3:30-5:30@WLU | 3:30-5:30@WLU |
WLU = Wilfrid Laurier University pool
Dryland training: Please allow for earlier arrival time most days
ROW Swim Meets
See Officiating and swim meets for Senior 1 parents.
Coach Russ Franklin
Longtime Montreal-based coach Russ Franklin has been named the new skipper of the Region of Waterloo Swim Club.
The Winnipeg native has drawn rave reviews from the local swim community, including a former ROW coach and the man he will replace.
“I think (in a lot of ways) he’s better than I am,” said former ROW boss Dean Boles, now Swim Ontario’s mentor coach. “He knows his stuff. I think the club and the university will be really happy with him.”
Franklin enters his new position, which includes dual duties as head coach of Wilfrid Laurier University’s swim team, after spending 35 years in Montreal.
He is the former head coach of the Pointe-Claire Swim Club and the Beaconsfield Bluefins.
Franklin has a proven track record of guiding Olympic-calibre swimmers including Craig Hutchison and Stephanie Horner, Boles said.
His approach is a patient one, Franklin said in a news release.
“Over the years I have been fortunate to work with a lot of talented, hard-working athletes that I have developed from the novice level to the national level. I like to think long term for each swimmer which allows them to develop at their own pace.”
ROW, the 35-year-old Olympic juggernaut, launched the international swim careers of Victor Davis, Mike West, Laura Nicholls, Jennifer Button and, most recently, Keith Beavers.
Franklin, in his early 50s, said he was impressed by the club’s commitment to excellence at all levels.
“I think the greater Kitchener-Waterloo area is a vibrant and growing community that can make a huge contribution to the sport both in Ontario and the rest of Canada.”
Franklin replaces departing ROW head coach Nandi Kormendi who recently handed in his resignation.
Kormendi also sang Franklin’s praises. “He’s a strong coach,” he said. “He’s a nice guy. He’s a friend.”
Franklin assumes his duties on Sept. 1.
Masters Program
Laurier's Masters program is open to anyone over the age of 18 and is fast becoming a favourite leisure activity. Masters swim 4 times a week at the WLU pool.
Training Schedule
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | |
| AM | 8:00-9:30@WLU | 5:30-7:00@WLU | 5:30-7:00@WLU | 10:30-12:00@WLU | |||
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WLU = Wilfrid Laurier University pool
KW Swim School Summer Camps 2012
ROW Summer Swim School is a great way to introduce swimmers to the sport of swimming! Whether your child is just emerging in their swim abilities or they want to 'boost' their skills - ROW Summer Swim School offers a full range of camps to suit swimmers of all ages and skill levels. Swimmers must be comfortable in the water independently.
At the beginning of the week, each swimmer's skills are assessed and they are placed in groups according to ability. Each day, swimmers will focus on one of each of the four strokes. At the end of the week, swimmers will participate in a mini-meet where they can test their skills and discover the fun competitive swimming offers. Each day also includes out of water games, crafts and snack time.
When:
Week 1: July 9-13, 8:30-12:00 noon - Registration Deadline July 4
Week 2: July 16-20, 8:30-12:00 noon - Registration Deadline July 11
Where:
Wilfrid Laurier University Athletic Complex (map)
Summer Camp Costs:
$145 in advance (before June 15th)
$155 after June 15th
HST is not included and will be added to the fees above. Payments must be received prior to the registration deadlines. Payment can be made by cheque or credit card, no cash please.
Email Contact:
ac.gnimmiwswor|loohcSmiwSWK#ac.gnimmiwswor|loohcSmiwSWK
Registration:
online - registration form
