Claire Thorn (pictured below) had a ‘once in a lifetime experience at the weekend, when she took part in the Alcatraz swim.
The crossings from Alcatraz are recommended for swimmers who have either taken the Water World Swim Alcatraz Swim Clinic or who feel confident and have had prior experience swimming in the open water.
Their crossings are usually limited to 30-35 swimmers and are accompanied by three or more of their coaches. Their crossings are supported by the best Water World Swim kayaker pilots. After a brief but thorough discussion of the conditions of the bay during the crossing, they jump from the boat and swim toward the destination across the bay.
Swimmers are divided in two or three groups of slow, medium and competitive levels which are accompanied by their coaches. This is an exciting and thrilling swim for all levels!
Congratulations from everyone at Perry Beeches Swimming Club to Wendy and Michael Sum who got married last Friday. Looks like a fabulous day was had by all.
Re-live the spectacle of the Commonwealth Games from the quaint and quirky opening ceremony; the collection of medals, PBs, season bests and records in the swimming pool as well as the tremendous diving success on display in Edinburgh. Whilst former England swimmer, Jimmy Rogers, compares Glasgow 2014 with his own experiences at Jamaica 1966 and Edinburgh 1970.
All this and so much more, plus the usual news round-up, teaching articles and Honesty Box feature – this month club chairman Graeme Knowles reveals that he twice raced Linford Christie and lost!
Assistant Treasurer We are looking for a volunteer to support with club finances. If you have some financial experience and could offer 2 hours a month please contact: Elaine Gale on volunteer@perrybeechesswimming.co.uk Further information Available on request.
Please find attached information about the courses & workshops available at the West Midland Regional Annual Council Meeting on Saturday 20thSeptember 2014 at Summerhill School in Kingswinford. The courses available are; Time to Listen, Team Manager 1 and Team Manager 2, Club Leader’s course re payment of swimming coaches and a Safeguarding and Protecting Children’s Course.
Claire Thorn (pictured below) had a ‘once in a lifetime experience at the weekend, when she took part in the Alcatraz swim.
Well done Claire – looks like you had a ball!
