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Swimming

2023-2024 Schedule

This program will offer participants time to swim together, as well as develop proper stroke mechanics.  Emphasis is placed on improving coordination, agility and strengthening of muscles to increase range of motion as well as water safety measures. In advanced swimming, athletes will learn the basic techniques of competitive stroke development.

NOTE: This is NOT a learn to swim program. Athletes entering the program, must be able to float on their back independently, float face down and be comfortable alone in the water with no 1-1 support. All athletes, will be assessed in the first two weeks of the program. If athletes do not meet the above provisions, they will be removed for the program with a complete refund. These provisions have been set in place by Special Olympics Alberta .

Beginner

Cost: $130

Season Duration: October – February

Gerry Kelly Aquatic Centre – MacEwan University – 10800 105 Ave NW

Weekday: Mondays

Time: 8:15pm – 9:15pm

Intermediate *Coach Invitation Only

Cost: $130

Season Duration: October – February

Gerry Kelly Aquatic Centre – MacEwan University – 10800 105 Ave NW

Weekday: Mondays

Time: 8:15pm – 9:15pm

Advanced *Coach Invitation Only

Cost: $180

Season Duration: October – February

Gerry Kelly Aquatic Centre – MacEwan University – 10800 105 Ave NW

Weekday: Sundays & Wednesdays

Time: 5:00pm – 6:00pm (Sundays) & 8:15pm – 9:15pm (Wednesdays)

NOTE: Athletes may join advanced programs through invitation only.