December mini-session registration is now open. Mini sessions are designed to get new swimmers ready for January classes and to bridge the gap through the holiday's for the ladies already in the program.
Click here for online registration. Think you know synchronized swimming? This Olympic sport has come a long way since its early beginnings as “water ballet.” Today’s synchronized swimmer must have the grace of a ballerina, the strength and flexibility of a gymnast, the skills of a speed swimmer and water polo player, and the endurance and stamina of a long distance runner. Add to that the dramatic flair for musical interpretation and choreography, and you have synchro!
Ann Arbor Aquarians Synchro is a nationally competitive team that has been coordinated through the City of Ann Arbor since 1992. Athletes range in age from 7-19 and in level of ability from beginners to national competitors. The team’s staff of dedicated coaches work hard to increase enthusiasm for the sport of synchronized swimming while promoting good sportsmanship, personal responsibility, and self-confidence.
No prior synchro experience is required for participation in the Intro to Synchro series. Interested participants should be able to swim a continuous lap (50 yards) using basic swim strokes and feel comfortable swimming underwater.
Introduction to Synchronized Swimming
Participants will be introduced to basic synchro skills such as propulsion, floats, pattern formation, arm strokes, and more while learning a fun routine that will be performed at the last class.
12 weeks (12 classes) - Meeting on Thursdays
Session 1 - Thursdays, Sept. 17 – December 3 - 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Session 2 - Thursdays, January 7 – March 25 - 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Session 3 - Thursdays, April 1 – June 10 - 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Prerequisites: Ages 7-12; coaches will conduct a swimming readiness evaluation on the first day of class
Equipment: Racer back suit, swim cap, goggles, nose clips (available for purchase at practice for $3)
Cost: $80 for City of Ann Arbor Residents / $95 for Non-Residents
Introduction to Competitive Synchronized Swimming
Builds on skills learned in Intro to Synchro while also introducing the fundamentals of competitive synchro (figures and technical elements). Upon graduation, interested participants may join the Competitive program.
12 weeks (24 classes) - Meeting on Tuesdays and Thursdays
Session 1 - Tues / Thur, Sept. 15 – December 3 - 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Session 2 - Thursdays, January 5 – March 25 - 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Session 3 - Thursdays, March 30 – June 10 - 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Prerequisites: Intro to Synchro or comparable synchro experience
Equipment: Racer back suit, swim cap, goggles, nose clips
Cost: $160 for City of Ann Arbor Residents / $180 for Non-Residents
Ann Arbor Aquarians Competitive Synchro Program
The Aquarians Competition Team full-year program runs from September-June and provides the opportunity for local, regional, and/or national competition. Athletes train 2-5 days a week depending on age and level of ability. Beginners may join the competitive program after completing the Intro series.
Session 1 - Sept. 14 – December 3 - 4:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Session 2 - January 4 – March 25 - 4:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Session 3 - March 29 – June 10 - 4:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $270 for City of Ann Arbor Residents / $295 for Non-Residents
Online registration available for all levels of Synchronized swimming
CONTACT INFORMATION
Head Coach Stephanie Sherk, steph@a2aquarians.org
Pool Supervisor, Dan McGuire, dmcguire@a2gov.org
Team Website: http://www.a2aquarians.org
Mack Pool: 734.794.6237