Hello Flying Fish families,

I hope everyone has enjoyed our first week of practice.  It has been so wonderful seeing all the swimmers both new and returning in the water.  I have a few updates to share as we begin our season:

Practice Schedule

Next Wednesday, May 25th will be our last day for afternoon practices.  Thursday, May 26th will be our first day of morning practices at the following times:

9:00-10:00am ages 6 & under

10:00-11:00am ages 7-10

11:00-noon ages 11-18

Time Trials 

Next Thursday, May 26th will be the North Forest Flying Fish Time Trials.  This is an important event where we will have a practice meet to get the kids acclimated to what a meet will be like.  It is also beneficial for our coaches to get times for everyone in their strokes.  Do not worry if your swimmer does not know all the strokes, this is just our first benchmark of the season.  Please plan to be at the pool by 5:00pm for warm-ups.  The events will start around 5:30pm.  I will send more information and specific heat sheets when we get closer.  For now, please go to the website  and RSVP your swimmer by going to the "Schedule" tab and clicking the "Meet Entry" button next to the event.  You can also sign up to fill a volunteer position.

Pink Out for Breast Cancer:

This year, the Cobb County Swim League has partnered with the local charity Its the Journey (https://itsthejourney.org/) to raise money for breast cancer research.  In support of this, the last meet of the year will be a Pink Out meet.  If you would like to participate, you can purchase pink swim gear from the charity and wear it to the last meet https://e.givesmart.com/events/q1L/page/order-form/.  This is a fun fundraiser but it is entirely optional.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to me anytime or stop me at the pool!  

~Ryan

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