Our Learn to Synch (L2S) program is designed for children and teens to learn the basics of artistic swimming. We follow a modified version of Canada Artistic Swimming’s AquaGO! program as athletes work through 4 important pillars to aid not only in their development as an artistic swimmer but an athlete in other sports as well. The four main pillars we focus on are:
- Swimming Fundamentals
- Artistic Swimming Skills
- Athletic Abilities
- Flexibility
Our approach to AquaGO! is modified as we have allowed time for routine development within our classes and have adjusted other aspects (like length of the program) to support our coaching staff better and fit into the the culture of our club.
Learn to Synch is designed for both the swimmer who wants to have some fun, athletes that want to perform in a competition environment with less time commitment (see Learn to Synch 2 & 3) and the pre-competitive swimmer who is preparing for the competitive programs. A perfect opportunity for those who are comfortable in the water to try the sport!
| Learn to Synch Level 1 | Getting started, ages 6-8 and 9-12 years |
| Learn to Synch Teen | Getting started, ages 12-16 years – see details |
| Learn to Synch Level 2 | Some synchro or advanced swimming experience |
| Limited Competitive | For athletes that have done Learn to Synch in the past and are looking for more of a challenge without entering competitive programming. More information |
Session #1: 12 Weeks
Saturday, September 16th – Saturday, December 9th, 2023
*Athletes will showcase what they have learned this season at a watershow- Dates TBD
Session #2: 18 Weeks
Saturday, January 13th – Friday, May 24th, 2024
Note: No classes during Spring Break.
All athletes participate in a year–end water show scheduled for Thursday, May 23rd, 2024 at Pan Am pool.
Note: Aquatica Synchro reserves the right to withdraw programming if there is insufficient registration. Exact location, days and times of all programs are subject to pool confirmation in August.
All athletes participate in a year–end water show scheduled for Thursday, May 25th, 2023 at Pan Am pool.
Note: Aquatica Synchro reserves the right to withdraw programming if there is insufficient registration. Exact location, days and times of all programs are subject to pool confirmation in August.
Learn to Synch 1
Participants need to be comfortable in deep water and be able to swim 50 meters independently (without floatation) on their front.
Learn to Synch 2
Participants need to be comfortable in deep water and be able to swim 100 meters comfortably in front crawl. Athletes should either be in a higher swimming level or have done a year of Learn to Synch Level 1.
Athletes will participate in one watershow per session:
Session 1, Winter watershow, Date TBC by pool
Session 2, Year-End Watershow: Thursday May 23rd, 2024 @ Pan Am Pool
Recreational Athletes Wardrobe:
-1 or 2 piece bathings suit to be worn at practice
-Bathing cap*
-Nose Clip*
*All athletes who register receive a latex swim cap and a nose clip (one per year regardless of the number of sessions).
IMPORTANT DATES | FORMAL BREAKS AND STATUTORY HOLIDAYS – NO SWIMMING |
Rec Program Session 1 start Rec Program Session 2 start Land Legacy Championships Last Day & Watershow *Due to large aquatic events, some Saturdays we will not be able to train at Pan Am. We will do everything in our ability to not cancel these practices, but it MAY mean relocating to a different pool for that day, time of practice or changing the way practice looks. We will communicate the plans for these days as soon as possible | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Thanksgiving Remembrance Day Winter Break Louis Riel Day Spring Break Easter Monday Victoria Day |
Class times & program fees
LEARN TO SYNCH 1
GETTING STARTED, AGES 6-8 & 9-12
CLASS TIMES
Pick 1 – all classes are ½ hour land followed by ½ hour water
Learn to Synch Level 1 (6 – 8 years old):
Class Times (Pick 1)
Age group | Day | Time | Location | ||
6 – 8 years | Saturday | 12:30 noon to 1:30 p.m | Pan Am* | ||
6 – 8 years | Tuesday | 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. | Elmwood Kildonan** | ||
6 – 8 years | Wednesday | 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. | Pan Am | ||
6- 12 years | Tuesday | 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. | Elmwood Kildonan** | ||
All classes are ½ hour land followed by ½ hour water | |||||
Learn to Synch Level 1 (9 – 12 years old):
Class Times (Pick 1)
Age group | Day | Time | Location | ||
9 -12 years | Saturday | 12:30 noon to 1:30 p.m. | Pan Am* | ||
9 – 12 years | Tuesdays | 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. | Pan Am | ||
9 – 12 years | Tuesday | 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. | Elmwood Kildonan** | ||
9 – 12 years | Wednesday | 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. | Pan Am | ||
6- 12 years | Tuesday | 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. | Elmwood Kildonan** | ||
All classes are ½ hour land followed by ½ hour water | |||||
TRAINING FEES
Training fees by the session
Training Fee Session 1 (12 weeks) – $ 250
Training Fee Session 2 (18 weeks) – $ 375
Fees for the year
Register for both sessions at once (15% off)
Please note registration fees are now included in training fees (previously they were separate).
*Saturday is a busy day at Pan Am pool. We love the space we get so want to use it, but there will be events happening that cause us to lose our pool space. These are the hours for a typical week, but there will be times when we have to change pool locations, modify practice times or give the athletes a (well deserved) weekend off. Once the Aquatic Group Schedule is released we will be able to determine which weeks are impacted.
**EK Pool is closed September 2023. We will be training out of Pan Am pool for that month and then returning to EK pool in October!
LEARN TO SYNCH 2
SOME SYNCHRO OR ADVANCED SWIMMING EXPERIENCE
CLASS TIMES
Pick 1 – All classes are ½ hour land followed by 1½ hours of water
| Day | Time | Location |
| Saturdays | 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. | Pan Am* |
| Tuesdays | 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. | Elmwood Kildonan** |
TRAINING FEES
Program fees for the year (only full year program available)
Training Fee – $900
Please note registration fees are now included in training fees (previously they were separate).
*Saturday is a busy day at Pan Am pool. We love the space we get so want to use it, but there will be events happening that cause us to lose our pool space. These are the hours for a typical week, but there will be times when we have to change pool locations, modify practice times or give the athletes a (well deserved) weekend off. Once the Aquatic Group Schedule is released we will be able to determine which weeks are impacted.
**EK Pool is closed September 2023. We will be training out of Pan Am pool for that month and then returning to EK pool in October!