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HEAT Swim Program -- SEASON PASS SOLD OUT

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ctvinman	HEAT Swim Program -- SEASON PASS SOLD OUT	Lead	[-]
Posts: 475 (10/31/08 11:53:01) Moderator Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	Tags : None The popular HEAT winter swim program with Coach Rich (see bio) will begin on Sunday November 16th from 3:30-5:00 pm. About the HEAT Swim Program Practice is held from 3:30-5:00pm every Sunday starting November 16th at the Cornerstone Aquatics Center in West Hartford (directions). Plan on arriving early (3:15) in the lobby to check-in with a HEAT member. You then need to check in at the front desk to get a locker (present your HEAT membership card). Your license can be used for collateral for a locker key. If you do not have your membership card, please send an email to membership@ctheat.org and we'll make sure you are on the list. Please remember to bring your HEAT ID card. Cornerstone is requiring everyone to present it at the front desk when you check in to confirm you are covered by our insurance policy. For insurance reasons, you must be an active member of CT HEAT in order to participate. If you are interested in becoming a member click here. Membership dues are only $35 per year and applications will be available at the pool. Swim workouts range from 1500 - 4000 yards but are geared to individual experience level. Here are some sample workouts from last season. All ability levels are welcome and no prior Masters Swim experience is necessary. We have 4 lanes reserved so people with similar ability will be sharing a lane. Typically the 1st 2 lanes are for people looking for coaching from Head Coach Rich and the second 2 are led by lane captains with workouts provided. This format takes advantage of both group training and stroke improvement. Throughout the season we will set up timed 1500 sessions to measure improvements. Additional underwater taping sessions will be held mid-season for those who wish to sign-up for that optional program. Due to the popularity of the program we will limit each session to 24 people (max 6 per lane). Those who have purchased the season pass will have preference. Cost The HEAT Swim Season Pass (25 weeks - non-transferrable) is available for only $150 (save $100 - avg $6 per session). Only a limited number of season passes (25) will be sold. SOLD OUT. The "walk-in" cost will be $10 as long as there is room. Since we are renting the lanes from Cornerstone the fee still applies if you are a Cornerstone member. We strongly recommend that you purchase the Season Pass to confirm a spot. Feel free to post any questions or send an email to programs@ctheat.org and we look forward to seeing everyone in the pool! Last Edited By: ctvinman 11/17/08 18:20:45. Edited 13 times.
trlrnman		#1	[-]
Posts: 430 (11/07/08 06:08:30) Registered Member Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	I hope we have a great turn-out for the free clinic this Sunday. The club is footing the bill for the pool and classroom and we have two coaches who will be helping us all to lay the ground work for an off-season improvement in our swim leg for next year's racing. This is a session for all swimmers, especially those who have told me they feel "intimidated" by practicing with all the great swimmers in the club. I admit that swimming with these folks is a constant reminder of how much slower I am, but it is also an opportunity to see them modeling smooth efficient strokes. It does rub off! Coach Rich works close with anyone who wants direct coaching by providing a steady stream of pointers and tips for them. Improvement of your comfort level in the water will help make any Triathlon a better experience. Even if you don't go faster, you will come out with more energy and less anxiety. The good news is you will probably be faster as well. Come out and give Coach Al and Coach Rich a chance to help you improve your swim for next year. I look forward to seeing you all at the session this Sunday 11/9!
kanastas	Season Pass Dilemma	#2	[-]
Posts: 469 (11/14/08 07:13:14) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	I was impressed with the talks last week, and I have to say this program seems great. However, due to commuting distance and scheduling I don't see myself making it to all 25 of the scheduled practices. Oh yeah--and I'm also carrying memberships to 2 other gyms with pools--lol. Judging from the turnout last week, I believe it's conceivable that this program will sell out. In order to make my decision on whether to purchase the season pass or not, can someone answer the following? Does this program work the same as the spinning program where individuals who can't make a session will contact the program director ahead of time and advertise for a sub to take the spot? If I purchase the season pass, I'd feel better knowing someone else would get use of my slot if I cant make it, or if I go the drop in route, that I could reserve a spot if it becomes available. Karen Last Edited By: kanastas 11/14/08 07:18:32. Edited 3 times.
cannondalejim		#3	[-]
Posts: 432 (11/14/08 12:37:17) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	Karen-that's a good point--and I've already asked them to set up the same thing, that is the ability to go online prior to the swim and sell your week to someone else if you can't make a session at Cornerstone I'm sure something can be worked out, but I haven't heard back yet
CT Cookie Monster		#4	[-]
Posts: 346 (11/14/08 13:08:29) Moderator Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	This year we are running the swim program similar to the spin class at winding trails. If you want a guaranteed spot, please sign up for the full season. Otherwise you can drop in for $10, as long as there is space. We're lucky to have such interest in both programs that we actually have to cap the attendance. Any additional money collected goes back to the club to help fun future programs. Please understand that we're not in this to make money. In fact we run a very narrow margin for error. There is a lot of volunteer time that goes into the program to help benefit HEAT members and keep the price reasonable. Most of all we're in it to have fun! The cost for the swim program is $150 for 25 sessions which is $6/session or 10 free sessions, depending on how you look at it.
CT Cookie Monster		#5	[-]
Posts: 347 (11/15/08 11:18:57) Moderator Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	In a very short period of time, we sold every season pass. If you have any questions please email programs@ctheat.org Last Edited By: CT Cookie Monster 11/15/08 16:06:23. Edited 1 times.
offroad		#6	[-]
Posts: 235 (11/17/08 03:46:50) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	Ken and Vin, Thanks alot for everything. Ray

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