For those not looking to compete, swimming lessons are offered during
the winters which range from basic classes to developmental swimming
for children under ten.
Article updated: 3/30/2010 8:38:54 AM
While the outdoor water areas closes in October and won’t be open again until April, a 50-meter indoor pool plays host to exercise classes, swimming lessons, and of course, lanes for lap swimming.
Children are welcome to join the Dolphin and Barracuda clubs to practice their endurance and perfect their swimming abilities, while their parents can join the Masters swimming group and work on their own techniques.
The ACAC also offers clinics to help youth and teens enhance their abilities and stay in shape. If you aren’t looking for a class, do not threat, this eight lane pool will always have room for those that just want to swim some laps and meditate.
Over in Hanover County, the Burkwood Swim and Racquet Club suits the aquatic needs from adult to tot.
Their 25-yard indoor pool offers year-round swimming courses, aerobic programs, and lap lanes reserved just for those who need to swim away the cold weather blues.
Where Burkwood really shines is with the Burkwood Aquatic Club. If your child is looking to get into competitive swimming, Coach George Massey and his team have spent years training medal-worthy swimmers and continue to train dedicated swimmers all year.
For those not looking to compete, swimming lessons are offered during the winters which range from basic classes to developmental swimming for children under ten. Children between ten years and 13 are welcome to join the noncompetitive school and work on improving their technique before they hop on track for competitive swimming.
Article first appeared in SBQ Issue #12, January/February | 2010
