Swimming blog - TRAINING Learn to dive and join our dive clinic this Friday!

Always wanted to learn how to dive off the blocks like a competition swimmer? Now is your chance! Join our Dive Clinic this Friday, November 11th, at the Marnixbad in Amsterdam from 21:00-22:00 and start diving like a pro. Plus: registration for the Masters Competition in Amersfoort on November 26th is closing tomorrow. Read more how to sign up for these events. 

You have probably seen professional swimmers diving off the blocks on television, making it look so powerfull, smooth and elegant. Well, you could learn that too during our Dive Clinic upcoming Friday (Nov 11th) from 21:00 to 22:00 in the Marnixbad in Amsterdam. You will learn the basics of the competition start while mastering new skills that will contribute to your general swimming skills instantly. Afterwards there's the opportunity to catch up with a drink (or two). 

Sign up at our reception desk (fee is €10) or send an email to info@swimgym.nl if you want to join.

COMPETITION AMERSFOORT NOVEMBER 26th: REGISTRATION CLOSES TUESDAY!

Get out of your comfort zone and join us in the Masters Swimming Competition Sunday November 26th in the beautiful Amarena pool in Amersfoort. There are some great events on the program, such as the 50 and 100 meters in all four strokes or the 200 Individual Medley if you really like to put your allround swimming skills to the test. The competition concludes with a 4x100 freestyle relay, one of the most iconic swimming events. This competition is suitable for all swimming levels since it is about having fun together and enjoy the experience of racing in the pool. Our coaches will guide you, you don't need any racing experience. 

But be quick, registration closes this Tuesday, November 8th, so register today via www.swimgym.nl/competitie (more information about the program and fees can be found there as well). 

See you on the blocks?

 

 

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