S.S Minnows

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* 2009-2010 Practice Calendars * Competition Permission Form * Nutrition Information * Safe Stretching * Novice Competition Requirements MORE TO COME! PLEASE CHECK BACK

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* U.S. Synchronized Swimming * Olympic Synchro Swimming MORE TO COME! PLEASE CHECK BACK

Check out the FREE Spring show on March 20th!

This program teaches and performs a combination of rythmic swim skills and gymnastics that are set to music. Synchronized swimmers will gain overall body strength, agility,timing, music interperation, and swimming skills. The S.S. Minnows are the only known YMCA competing synchronized swimming program in Iowa and one of only two age group programs. Cyndi Barber, a 25-year plus veteran of synchronized swimming, and Kelly Calderon, instruct all participants in the serene beauty and skill that this graceful sport develops.

Swim Requirements:    This program is available to all 3rd graders and up who meet the swim requirements. Participants should be able to demonstrate ONE of the following:       

Pass the guppy level of YMCA Swim Lessons

                                OR     Complete level 4 of Red Cross Swim Lessons

                                OR     Can skillfully demonstrate front, back, and breast strokes

                                OR     Be evaluated by coaches or aquatic director for skill

ALSO OPEN TO ADULTS!

Coaches: Cyndi Barber, Kelly Calderon, Amanda Lieberg

Practice Information:
All Practice held on Sunday afternoons 1:30-3:00 PM
Stretching & Warmup 1:00-1:30 PM
All participants are expected to work on conditioning during the week. Non-members will recieve an admission pass for use exclusively in the lap pool.

Other program fees include basic water gear including swim cap, swim suit, clear goggles, and costume for performance

Spring show is March 20, 2010 at 6 p.m.

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