Pacific Masters Update, Week of August 8, 2016

In this issue you will find information on upcoming pool events, open water swims, clinics, as well as other information of interest to the local adult swimming community.

Stay fit,

The Pacific Masters Swimming Committee

Pacific Masters Monthly Meeting

August 10

The Pacific Masters monthly meeting will be held on August 10 at 7:30 by
conference call. Any member is welcome to attend and people can ask for
further details by emailing Charlene O'Brien.

USMS Masters Coach Certification

August 27

USMS is hosting a USMS Masters Coach Certification for Levels 1 & 2 in San Jose on August 27, 2016. All coaches who attend this certification class can participate in the swim clinic in Mountain View on Sunday as a coach on-deck at no charge. Registration and Information.

Richmond Plunge Masters Open Water Clinic

August 27

Thinking about open water swimming? Thinking about swimming in the bay? Richmond Plunge Masters is conducting an open water clinic at the historic Richmond Plunge and Keller Cove (site of the annual Keller Cove Swim for Kids' Sake; see below). Learn open water techniques such as drafting, sighting, and other strategies in the pool, then join Coach Chris for an optional swim at Keller Beach. If you are thinking about entering the Keller Cove Swim on September 24, this is a great opportunity to get your feet wet and check out the race course. Time: 8-11 am clinic (pool) and 11-noon optional swim (SF Bay). Location: Richmond Plunge, 1 E. Richmond Ave., Richmond, CA. Registration.

Whiskeytown Open Water Swim

September 11

The Whiskeytown Open Water Swim, hosted by Redding Swim Team, offers a 1-mile and 2-mile swim. You may swim one or both events. Beautiful Whiskeytown Lake is located just west of Redding, CA. Start and finish are at Brandy Creek Beach and the swim is out and back around an island. Information and Registration.

13th Annual Alan Liu Memorial SCM Meet

September 18

This meet will be held at Eagle Park Pool, an 8-lane x 25-meter outdoor pool in Mountain View. Swimmers may enter up to five individual events and one of each type of relay. Online entries and entries submitted by surface mail must be received by Wednesday, September 14. Hosted by Mountain View Masters. Information and Registration.

Save the Date! Keller Cove Swim for Kids' Sake

September 24

Sponsored by Richmond Plunge Masters. Stay tuned for registration information; mark your calendars now!

Year Plus USMS Membership Offering

Month of August

Starting this month, anyone who wants to join USMS has the opportunity to save get $19 off their 2016 membership by also registering for 2017. Registration

Pacific Masters Annual Meeting

November 13

The Pacific Masters Annual Meeting will be held Sunday, November 13 at the College of San Mateo. It will include a swim workout, lunch with keynote speaker, and technical talk following the conclusion of the National Coaches Clinic. Registration will be available soon. Tha National Coaches Clinic details can be accessed here.

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