It is finally time, Vikings families - the first day of practice is TOMORROW AFTERNOON! Join us at the pool Wednesday (5/27) for the first day of practice and to pick up your swimmer’s gear. Stop by the table up front to see me and/or Heidi Pappas for pickup. Keep a lookout for RainedOut notifications in case thunder rolls in tomorrow.

          Can’t make practice this week? No worries. We know lots of spring sports are still finishing up and we all have a million commitments. Come when you can!

          If you still need to pay via check, please bring it to practice this week and give it to me or Caroline Green.

          (Please note that additional purchased t-shirts will be delivered at a later date - your newbie team rep messed up the order! Apologies for the delay!)

First Day Info:

• New Vikings swimmers' skill levels will be assessed by our Coaches in a dedicated lane before they are allowed to join practice to ensure safety.
• As a reminder, all Big Vikings swimmers need to be able to swim the length of the pool without stopping. Our Coaches make the call on whether a swimmer is ready for Big Vikings or needs more time in Little Vikings.
• I am available for questions any time you see me at the pool, and Head Coach Jack will try his best (coaching requirements permitting!) to speak to parents at the pavilion area during the last 15 minutes of practice during the first few days. (I am always available via email.

Cold Weather:

• We know it is still chilly. If you think practice will be too cold for your child, keep them home! This is 100% your call to make as a parent as everyone has different tolerances for the cold.
• If practice is cancelled, we will send a RainedOut notification - make sure you’re signed up for texts! 
  • Text VILLAGEWEST to 84483 for general pool notifications
  • Text BIGVIKINGS to 84483 for main team notifications
  • Text LITTLEVIKINGS to 84483 for LV specific notifications

Arriving to Practice:

• Please have your swimmers arrive ten minutes before practice to ensure you have time to get caps and goggles on.
• Little Vikings - bring a kickboard if you have one!
• Stay back from the pool until it’s time for your practice - the coaches need to focus on the swimmers in the water and not extra swimmers on deck!

Practice Schedule:

May 27- June 17 (Monday-Friday):

• 13 and Up: 4:15 to 5:15 p.m.
• 8 and Under: 5:15 to 6:15 p.m.
• Little Vikings: 5:15 to 6:00 p.m.
• 9-12: 6:15 to 7:15 p.m.

Questions, comments, or concerns? Email me! 

See you on deck TOMORROW!!!,

Brandi