Event Info

Koret Center

University of San Francisco

San Francisco, California 

IHead Coach Kerry O'Brien and his Walnut Creek coaches, along with Brian Stack of the Manatees and Stu Kahn of Davis Aquatic Masters will be the coaches Walnut Creek Intensive Training Camp,  2 1/2 days of dedicated to improved swimming performance through strenuous conditioning, technique instruction and distance specificity.

The ITC is limited to 50 swimmers and has always sold out. If you are interested in participating, you should register ASAP. 

The annual spring Rinconada Meet will be held March 12th at the Rinconada Pool in Palo Alto. 

Pacific Masters and United States Masters Swimming are partnering to present  Protecting Athletes: The Open Water Safety Conference which brings together open water and triathlon event directors, and event competitors to discuss the best practices and case studies in risk management and open water event safety.

The goals of this conference are to help the sport understand how to best plan for and ensure safety in open water swims conducted in oceans, lakes and rivers for swimmers of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. 
 

The Strawberry Canyon Aquatic Masters Short Course Yards meet will be held on Sunday 27 March. You must preenter for the 500. You may deck enter for the rest of the meet. You can enter on-line until 23 March at 11:59PM.

Swimming State Championships on Saturday, March 26 (8:00AM start) at Avery Aquatic Center, Stanford University - for male and female athletes age 50 and over. First, Second and Third place awards by age group. Register on line at www.bayareaseniorgames.org or call 650.323.9400 x 18 for an entry blank or more information. Entry deadline is March 15, 2011.

The 2011 California Senior Games Championships (also known as the Bay Area Senior Games) with 24 sports and an expected 2000 athletes are presented by BASOC - the Bay Area Sports Organizing Committee.

San Mateo Masters is a 200+ adult swim team located in San Mateo, Ca on the campus of the College of San Mateo. Our team operates out of 2 brand new pools (50 meter Olympic and 25 yard Instructional) and is part of the San Mateo Athletic Club. 
Potential to teach private lessons, classes and clinics as well. 
Must be dynamic, passionate about swimming & experienced leading a masters swim team. 
Must possess formal swimming coaching qualifications, current CPR, First Aid and Water Safety certifications 

Apply online:   - requisition 11-0038

• Compensation: commensurate with experience
• Principals only. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Running individual group practices emphasizing proper technique and conditioning of swimmers ages 8-12 years old. Candidates must be able to instill the concepts of teamwork and sportsmanship into each participant. Also, attend City and USA Swimming meets, assist in preparing swimmers for before and during competitions, Be a positive influence to all swimmers and help instill an early love for the sport. Work closely with the Aquatics Director to provide feedback and develop strategies that will promote the success of the swimmers. Communicate with parents as needed.  

Minimum qualifications:  4+ years of coaching experience. USA Swimming Coach member with minimum current education and safety requirements (CPR, First Aid, AED and Safety Training for Coaches or Life Guard Certification; level 1 ASCA certification. Ability to motivate athletes in a positive manner. Strong work ethic and ability to work independently. Excellent communication skills; Intermediate Microsoft Office and Outlook necessary. Available to work weekdays 3pm - 7pm and some weekends.  Hourly salary based on experience.

For new swimmers and for anyone who wants to brush up or learn more.

Held once a month, this hour-and-a-half session includes materials about Aquatic Park geography, tides and currents, swimming in cold water and how to avoid hypothermia, our non-human friends in the water, and lots more. 1-hour chat with Q & A followed by an optional group swim.

Non-members welcome, with payment of $6.50 day-use fee.Must be 18 years or older, must be able to comfortably swim 400 yards in the pool.

 

UPCOMING SESSIONS: February 20th at 10 am  

The Dolphin Club, 502 Jefferson Street (in Aquatic Park), San Francisco
Limited to 20 people, RSVP required. For more information visit the Dolphin Club Website.

 

These clubs are 98 mebers or more.