• Feel confident and be encouraged to continue to build on these skills through recreational and competitive sport activity.

• Enjoy overall health benefits by developing greater physical literacy, which encourages them to be more physically active throughout their lives.

Participants in KW Synchro’s recreational programs will develop stamina (endurance), strength, speed, suppleness (flexibility) and synchro skills in a fun-filled, supportive environment. Swimmers will also develop friendships and exercise their creativity learning team-based routines that are performed at club water shows in December and April. In addition, participants in full year programs have the opportunity to take part in local recreational competitions, and attend practices with KW Synchro’s competitive team.

Swimmers participate in Synchro Canada’s Star Awards program, which provides 10 levels of graduated skill development. At the conclusion of each program, swimmers are assessed by Synchro Ontario officials and KW Synchro coaching team members. Swimmers can progress through the Star Awards program at the recreational level, or make the leap onto KW Synchro’s competitive team at any point in their career.

KW Synchro’s recreational programs are suitable for participants of any age who have basic swimming competency. Completion of Red Cross Swim Kids 4 is recommended but not mandatory.

Recreational Registration Package

2009-2010 Recreational Programs

KW START — BEGINNER 8 and under
Half Year Program
For swimmers born in 2001, 2002, 2003 and 2004, with no previous synchro experience. This is a fun-filled introduction to the basic skills involved in synchronized swimming. Swimmers will prepare a short routine to present at the club Water Show in December. Classes run for one hour each week with sessions running from September to December and January to April.

KW FUN — BEGINNER 10 and under
Half or Full Year Program
For swimmers born in 1999 and 2000 in their first year of synchro, or who wish to improve basic skills. Swimmers will learn and work on the basics of synchronized swimming with more emphasis on the fundamentals such as swimming strokes, coordination and flexibility. Swimmers will prepare a short routine to present at the club Water Show in December. Classes run for one and a half hours each week. Full year sessions are offered from September to early May, and half year sessions are offered from September to December and January to April.

KW FUN — BEGINNER 12 and under
Half or Full Year Program
For swimmers born in 1997 and 1998 in their first year of synchro, or who wish to improve basic skills. Swimmers will learn and work on the basics of synchronized swimming. Emphasis will be placed on improvement of synchro skills, swimming strokes, coordination and flexibility. Swimmers will prepare a short routine to present at the club Water Show in December. Classes run for two hours each week. Full year sessions are offered from September to early May, and half year sessions are offered from September to December and January to April.

KW FUN — INTERMEDIATE 10 and under
Full Year Program
For swimmers born in 1999 and 2000 who have one or more years of synchro experience or wish to learn more advanced skills. Swimmers will learn and work on the more advanced basics of synchro. Emphasis will be placed on improvement of synchro skills, swimming strokes, coordination and flexibility. Swimmers have the option to attend a Recreational Figures Meet in November, a Routines Meet at the end of the season, and to work out with the competitive team one Friday per month. Classes run for two hours each week and include half an hour of dry land training. Full year sessions are offered from September to early May.

KW FUN — INTERMEDIATE 12 and under
Full Year Program
For swimmers born in 1997 and 1998 who have one or more years of synchro experience or wish to learn more advanced skills. Swimmers will learn and work on the more advanced basics of synchronized swimming. Emphasis will be placed on improvement of synchro skills, swimming strokes, coordination and flexibility. Swimmers have the option to attend a Recreational Figures Meet in November, a Routines Meet at the end of the season, and to work out with the competitive team one Friday per month. Classes run for three hours each week and include one hour of dry land training. Full year sessions are offered from September to early May.

KW TEEN — BEGINNER
Half Year Program
This program is offered for novice swimmers born between 1991 and 1996, and no previous experience is required. Basic synchro skills will be covered with an emphasis on maintaining and improving fitness. Emphasis is placed on the fundamentals such as swimming strokes, coordination and flexibility, and incorporating synchro skills into a routine. Swimmers have the option to attend a Recreational Figures Meet in November. Classes run for two hours each week with sessions running from September to December and January to April.

KW TEEN — INTERMEDIATE
Full Year Program
This program is offered for intermediate swimmers born between 1991 and 1996. Basic and advanced synchro skills will be covered with an emphasis on maintaining and improving fitness. Emphasis is placed on the fundamentals such as swimming strokes, coordination and flexibility, and incorporating synchro skills into a routine. Swimmers have the option to attend a Recreational Figures Meet in November, a Routines Meet at the completion of the season, and to work out with the competitive team one Friday per month. Classes run for two nights each week for a total of three hours. Sessions run from September to early May.

Information about recreational programs for swimmers over 19 is located on the Masters Page

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• To maximize the creative atmosphere and experience of all Novice Stream programs, KW Synchro Club requires that participants:
i) Wear a bathing cap to prevent hair from interfering with vision
ii) Wear goggles to prevent irritation of eyes and help with vision
iii) Wear a nose clip to enjoy underwater activities
• All programs have a minimum of four (4) and a maximum of eight (8) spots. Registration is on a first come, first served basis. Classes may be canceled or combined based on registration.

For Complete Registration and Fees Information

• Phone: 519-620-3846
• Email: kwsynchro@gmail.com

12 & Under Intermediates Performing at the Winter 2009 Water Show