Recreational

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Recreational (AquaGo 5/6)

The Recreational program is for swimmers who wish to gain fundamental skills in Artistic Swimming but do not wish to participate in competitions. The swimmers will develop skills according to their age/skill group.
Pre-requisites: Swimmer must have passed AquaGo level 4 or have the following skills: all skills from Aquago 3/4 pre-requisites and front & back crawl, dive from kneeling, eggbeater, front & back layouts, alligator and propeller sculling, & sailboat position. Swimmers will work towards creating a team routine for our Winter and Spring Water Shows. Please contact our Head Coach if you need assistance deciding which program is right for your child.

Dates and Time: Thursdays 5:45 pm - 7:15 pm, October 3, 2024 - May 1, 2025
Cost: $550 + AAS/CAS Fee + $200 volunteer bond = $750 total registration + AAS/CAS Fee

Fundraising/Volunteer Bond: $200 (included with registration fee). This will be returned to you at the end of the year if fundraising requirements are completed. There will be multiple volunteer or fundraising events, at least 2 must be completed for the year.

Note: A minimum of 3 participants are necessary to run the program. No classes on October 31th, December 16th to January 3rd, or March 31st to April 4th.

Recreational Clothing Requirements

•  Three (3) nose clips
•  Goggles*
•  Swim Cap
•  Club T-shirt (included with registration)
•  One-piece athletic swimsuit. Please ensure the swimsuit fits correctly.
•  Routine suit (as determined by coach)
•  Black bottoms (shorts, capris or pants)

*One pair of goggles is sufficient for beginning of season but must be replaced if necessary.

Team Clothing Requirements:

Artistic swimming is a team sport and the GP Synquatics Club has required team clothing. Dressing uniformly instills a sense of unity and pride amongst the swimmers at both the recreational and competitive levels. When swimmers participate in club activities inside and outside of the pool, they represent the Grande Prairie Synquatics Club in all they do. We want the public to be able to identify the girls in their activities to help promote and applaud them. A club t-shirt is included with your registration. A variety of clothing with our logo will also be available for you to purchase at the beginning of the season. The link will be posted on our website and Facebook pages.

Pre-Competitive (Rec 2x Week)

This is a SUPPLEMENTAL REGISTRATION to the Recreational (AquaGo 5/6) program. Swimmers must also be registered for Recreational (AquaGo 5/6).

The Pre-Competitive program is for swimmers who would like to expand their knowledge and expertise. An additional routine will be worked on - team, trio, duet and/or solo, for our Winter and Spring Water Shows. Routines will depend on the number of registrations, and swimmers' skill levels, and are at the coaches' discretion.

Pre-requisites: Swimmer must have passed AquaGo level 4 or have the following skills: all skills from Aquago 3/4 pre-requisites and front & back crawl, dive from kneeling, eggbeater, front & back layouts, alligator and propeller sculling, & sailboat position. They must be registered in AquaGo 5/6 in order to participate in pre-comp. Please contact us if you would like to schedule a skill assessment to figure out what level your child should join.

Dates and Time: Tuesdays 5:45 pm - 7:15 pm, October 1, 2024 - April 29, 2025 Cost: $425

Note: A minimum of 3 participants are necessary to run the program. No classes December 16th to January 3rd, or March 31st to April 4th

Pre-Competitive Clothing Requirements:

•  Three (3) nose clips
•  Goggles*
•  Swim Cap
•  Club T-shirt (included with registration)
•  One-piece athletic swimsuit. Please ensure the swimsuit fits correctly.
•  Routine suit (as determined by coach)
•  Black bottoms (shorts, capris or pants)

*One pair of goggles is sufficient for beginning of season but must be replaced if necessary.

Team Clothing Requirements:

Artistic swimming is a team sport and the GP Synquatics Club has required team clothing. Dressing uniformly instills a sense of unity and pride amongst the swimmers at both the recreational and competitive levels. When swimmers participate in club activities inside and outside of the pool, they represent the Grande Prairie Synquatics Club in all they do. We want the public to be able to identify the girls in their activities to help promote and applaud them. A club t-shirt is included with your registration. A variety of clothing with our logo will also be available for you to purchase at the beginning of the season. The link will be posted on our website and Facebook pages.