BEAR SWIMMING: BEAR SWIMMING Workout 042213

Monday, April 22, 2013

BEAR SWIMMING Workout 042213

Stretching,Light dryland and core work,bands,med balls,balance work as well . Long Course Meet review prior to getting in water. Setting personal goals,discussing how practices are preparing us for competition. Today will be a "Monday funday" with an emphasis on utilizing differant training aids and friendly competition. Chutes,Fins,swim socks,paddles,monofin,tug of war bands are all welcome. We will swim a series of drills using specific apparatus. There will be a lengthy kick set but fins are allowed (5 x 150)middle 50 sprint. There will be light refreshments available after pracice. Bear Bike ride will be April 28th ,departing from the Alvarado gate at 9 am Sunday morning .Please pack a suit and bring sunscreen, a bottle of water and some spending money for lunch and Park access. If we are providing the bike and helmet please let Coach Pat know by Friday evening. Thank you

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HEAD COACH : Patrick Malaga

Patrick Malaga is a graduate of CCA (BARCH) ,Swimming competitively on a team most of his life.In the early years (starting at age 6) competing in the AAU league and later, in College swimming under Bill Wilson and Paul Chappelle.As a U.S. Master Swimmer he has posted top ten finishes and swam many open water events.He currently practices with the El Cerrito Masters ,swimming alongside Olympians,High level Collegiate swimmers and his friends. Patrick has coached the Bear Cub and Blue groups since late 2007 and was elected "Director of Operations" in April of 2009 and has governed Bear, as well as provided quality coaching to many a swimmer. An ASCA certified( level 2), USA Swimminig certified Swim Coach,Red Cross WSI and avid Swimmer, his experience working in and out of the water with top Caliber Coaches has enabled him to deliver informative,challenging workouts and goal setting.Bear has helped to produce some of the western zones fastest swimmers(particularly in the 11-12 age group). Swimming All Stars,Nationals,Far westerns,and even the Grand Prix. Patrick is currently coaching the Cub and Blue groups,as well as Gold level and Junior/Senior teams as needed,providing important stroke feedback in a positive manner.

Parent Expectations

Bear Swimming is a Coach run and operated swim organization.The contributions made by parents are instrumental for running a great operation.Parents are expected to participate at swim meets,either as timers or in other capacities. Bear recommends reading the Parent guidelines section at www.usaswimming.org , There are lots of important tips from pool etticate to meet preparation. Prompt payment as well as meet entry reimbursements are required.Bear holds many events and activities throughout the year,and parent involvement is critical to their success(Awards Night,Bear Bike rides,Movie Night, Swimathon,, ect..). Bear encourages becoming a USA swim official-parents that become officials receive a discount on dues.

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Monday, April 22, 2013

BEAR SWIMMING Workout 042213

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