July 24, Footraces
July 25, Tanker Swim and Gala
July 26, Junior Singles Tennis Tournament
July 27, First Day of August Lessons
July 31, Footraces and Pentathlon

Week 5
Breathe It In, August is About to Begin!

This week is a little lighter on events, so let’s take a moment and get ready for the fun August has in store. July’s weather was wild – lightning, rain, sun, and a little smoke. Luckily, it was a perfectly blustery day for the Sailing Regatta last weekend, and we’ve got all our fingers crossed for sunny skies at Saturday morning’s Tanker Swim.

Parents Night Out was a hit – CBSC parents showed up in denim, looking sharp as diamonds. Fun was had and money was raised for the club, thanks to event organizers Kelsey and Jon Gares and Curtis and Melissa Christopherson. Past president (and auctioneer for the night) Bob was on the mic, and we won’t say who was on the mechanical bull!

Don’t forget – today and tomorrow are Farm-themed Fun Day lessons!

Reminder that August Lessons Start on Monday, July 27

SWIMMING

Water Polo
CBSC hosted the 10U/12U/14U Water Polo Tournament on Wednesday, welcoming clubs from all over the Lower Mainland to compete in our pool – 280 athletes in total this year! Thank you to organizer Samara Bassett, all the volunteers, BBQers, the alumni and current coaches who stepped up to referee, and the amazing leaders who all helped make this event such a success.

July Gala, Saturday, July 25th
Takes place at the club pool, right after the Tanker Swim. The deadline to sign up has passed. No deck entries for individual races; relay deck entries close 11am on Gala Day.

Volleyball
Do you have a speaker that you would like donate to CBSC Beach Volleyball? Email Swim Chair Wendy. The Volleyball players would LOVE to play with some tunes.

TENNIS

Junior Singles Tennis Tournament, July 26th
Deadline to sign up is 4pm today! Sign up sheet is beside the Pro Shop. Day-of registration may be available depending on numbers, but players must arrive 15 minutes early.

Youth 12+ Drop-In, July 30th 7-8:30pm
Special girls only section on courts 3 & 4 with pickleball, castle and our female coaches.
Regular drop-in on courts 1 & 2.

We have a few spots left in August classes:

  • The Intergenerational Pickleball Social on Saturday August 15th for ages 9-12 and ages 13-15 – This is a great way to have fun with your kids or grandkids on the courts!
  • Kids Pickleball Lessons August 1st & 8th
  • Adult Cardio Tennis on Tuesdays, Thursdays and/or Fridays – Join us for the most fun you’ll have on a tennis court. Drop-in to try it out.
  • Adult Pickleball Socials on August 1st & 8th
  • Adult Advanced Match Play July 31st and Aug 14th – Drop-ins are welcome.
  • First come, first served, CBSC members only. Email or visit the office to sign up.

SAILING

Youth and Adult Racing
New Sailing Course Added! Want to expand your sailing and racing skills in a relaxed and fun atmosphere? If you were born in 2013 or earlier, this new one week course is for you! Enjoy the water and put your tactics to the test. Sign up with a friend or family member! Register today by contacting the office. Adults and youth both welcome. See the website for details.

Girls in Sailing, Aug 1st 4 – 7pm
Free Event! Girls in Sailing is back for the August long weekend! Join your favourite CBSC Sailing coaches for a fun afternoon on the water – learning the basics, playing games, and getting out on the water. For those born 2017 or earlier. No experience required. Contact the office to register today.

Private Lessons
Need a refresher on the basics of sailing, can’t make a scheduled class, or want to wrap up a few skills from a course? We’ve got you covered! Contact our Head Sailing Coach for details and registration.

EVENTS & HAPPENINGS

Snail River Run Results
There was a great turnout for the SRR on Tuesday. Thank you to the organizers Jane Stard and Graeme Barker, with help from Heather Bitter and all of their amazing spouses. There were many, many volunteers along the race course who helped keep this event safe! Well done to all the participants for braving the heat and congratulations to the winners! Here are the results: Running, Biking, Parent & Child Teams

Tanker Swim, July 25th 9am
The July Tanker Swim takes place this Saturday at the tanks at The Point. Come out and cheer on our first time swimmers as they cross the tank and earn their certificate. This event is immediately followed by our July Swim Gala at the CBSC pool.

Pentathlon, July 31st
Meet at the lifeguard tower right after Footraces. FREE for ages 8 – 12 (must be 8 as of August 31). Must be a strong swimmer and comfortable in the ocean. Be prepared to swim, run, and get messy, depending on the theme of the day! Pre-registration is required, through ActiveNet or the office. The deadline for registering is 2pm on Thursday, July 30th.

Semiahmoo Cup, August 8th 9am
Starting at Blackie Spit, this fun, family-friendly relay traces back to 1922, when the WRASA Killer Guppies and CBSC Seahorses first faced off. Today it’s an ocean swim, beach run, and pool laps, with plenty of laughs along the way. Everyone is welcome!

After the race, join us back at Blackie Spit for breakfast. Croissants and cookies donated by Save-On Foods and coffee and hot chocolate donated by Dude’s. Bring your own mug!

Sign up required – please register everyone attending, including spectators, so we can plan breakfast numbers. The deadline to order a shirt is July 27th.

Questions? Contact Sarah (sarahyplo@gmail.com) or Jordan (jjennifer@hotmail.ca).

Kids Triathlon, August 16th at 8:30 am
Registration opens August 4th and closes August 14th for age groups 9-10, 11-12, and 13-15 (age as of Dec. 31st). Head to ActiveNet for race distances and to sign up for this fun, community favourite. The cost is $20 and space is limited, so don’t wait!

Questions, or interested in volunteering as a course marshal? Email triathlon@cbswimclub.ca

REMINDERS

Our Lost and Found is overflowing and everything gets donated after the Gala. Please take a peek and grab anything that’s yours before it’s gone.

With the summer heat in full swing, water bottles, hats, and sunscreen are a must. Help us keep the kids safe, hydrated, and having fun by sending them prepared for lessons each day!

See you tonight at Footraces!

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