AGUA Newsletter
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update

In order to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, Asphalt Green has made the difficult decision to close both locations and suspend all programs and classes. We look forward to reopening as soon as possible.

For more information, please visit   asphaltgreen.org .
NEW: Team Zoom Meetings

We are excited to introduce Zoom meeting sessions this week! If you have not received an email with your group's Zoom meeting link, please reach out to your lead group coach.
Upcoming Birthdays 

March 24
Olivia Cauley

March 25
Jonathan Packles
Jojo Plevin

March 26
Lillian Auth

March 28
Zoe Fulnecky
Ursula Horn
Marlie Smith
Lydia Zhukovsky

March 29
Jaden Huang
Summer 2020 Schedules Available

Summer practice schedules are slated to begin Monday, June 22 . All group schedules are available here . The tentative long course meet schedule is available here.
Team Handbook

Please review our team handbook  for information on team policies and procedures. You are responsible for knowing and adhering to its contents. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to your coach.

Locker Room 
Reminders

AGUA Swim Team members are expected to use appropriate language and speaking volume at all times. The use of cell phones is strictly prohibited. Use a lock to protect your valuables.

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Follow @aguaswim for updates, shoutouts, announcements, and more.

Free! Live Olympic Webinars for Swimmers and Parents
This week, CG Sports Management is offering free webinars for swimmers and parents . Check out the schedule below. Be sure to sign up in advance to secure your spot:




Save the Date
Be sure to mark your calendars for the following AGUA Swim Team events:

AGUA College Swimming Symposium
  • Who: AGUA athletes in grades 8 through 10
  • Where: Asphalt Green's Upper East Side campus at 555 East 90th St.; Mazur Hall
  • When: Saturday, April 18. We ask that swimmers arrive at 10am. Parents are invited to join at 11am.

A GUA Senior Dinner
  • Who: AGUA 2020 graduating seniors
  • Where: Tony Di Napoli’s; 1081 3rd Ave., New York, NY 10065
  • When: Thursday, May 14 at 6pm

AGUA Team Banquet
  • Who: All AGUA members
  • Where: Riccardo's by the Bridge; 2101 24th Ave., Astoria, NY 11102
  • When: Saturday, May 30 at 1pm

NOTE: Asphalt Green is committed to the health and well-being of our community. As of now, there are no plans to cancel these team events; however, in light of the difficult circumstances surrounding the spread of COVID-19, we will inform you of any changes. We appreciate your understanding as we navigate this ongoing situation.
Register for AGUA Summer Swim Camp
AGUA's annual summer swim camps are designed to meet the specific needs of our swimmers. Camp days run from 8am to 4pm and include two swim sessions, dryland training, team building activities, and catered lunch. Swim campers get an AGUA camp t-shirt and swim cap.

Summer swim camp dates are as follows:

AGUA Rising Star Camp
AG1 and AG2 swimmers
  • June 29 through July 3

AGUA Elite Camp
Long course AG3 swimmers
  • July 13 through July 17
Parent/Coach Communication
In order to streamline parent/coach communication for the remainder of the season, please do not reply to the newsletter, but instead use the following email addresses for all questions:

Upcoming Schedule Changes
All practices are canceled until further notice. Please refer to your lead group coach's dryland workouts to maintain your training.
Thank You for Your Support

Some of you have expressed concern for our staff during this unexpected closure. There is much uncertainty at the moment, but we are doing our best to compensate our employees for as long as possible.

Members, if you would like to donate your dues or class fees to help us in this endeavor,  please click here.

If you are not a member but still wish to contribute,  you can do so here. All donations are tax-deductible and are entirely voluntary.

We wish good health to you and your family. Visit  asphaltgreen.org for updates.