July 17, Footraces & Bingo
July 18, Parents Night Out
July 19, July Sailing Regatta
July 21, Snail River Run
July 22, Water Polo Tournament
July 23, Bullhead Derby
July 24, Footraces
July 25, Tanker Swim and Gala
July 26, Junior Singles Tennis Tournament
Week 4
Cheer Loud and Make Us Proud
We can’t believe next week is the last week of July lessons! Make every second count by supporting our kids at these upcoming events: catch the thrill of the Sailing Regatta on Sunday, root for the runners (and bikers) at the Snail River Run on Tuesday, and cheer on the Seahorses as they take on some of the best water polo teams around on Wednesday. Then clap for the brave tankers Saturday morning as they earn their hot chocolate with a CBSC rite of passage – the Tanker Swim. Cap off the week (and July lessons!) at the pool for the ultimate showcase of hard work at the Gala.
A big thanks to everyone who offered to pitch in last week and this week. We see you BBQing at the Concession and timing at the B Meet, and know that you’ll be helping set up and tear down PNO and holding up stop signs for the Snail River Run. We appreciate you!
Hope to see you all at the footraces and Bingo tonight!
Get ready for July FUN DAY. This month’s theme is Farm! Dress up and join your coaches at your last July tennis or swim lesson for candy and surprises.
Swim Fun Day – your last lesson, Thu July 23 or Fri July 24
Tennis Fun Day – your last lesson, Thu July 23, Fri July 24, or Sat July 25
August Lessons Start on Monday, July 27
Changing your family’s August lesson schedule? Refund requests for withdrawing from a program must reach the office two business days before your lesson starts. For lessons beginning Monday, July 27, the withdrawal deadline is 4pm Tuesday, July 21. A $15 admin fee applies. Come to the office in person or email info@cbswimclub.ca.
SWIMMING
Tanker Swim, Saturday July 25th 9am
The July Tanker Swim takes place at the tanks at The Point. Eligible tankers will get a letter from their swim coach in class. If your child is in Strokers 1 or higher and hasn’t swum the tank before but wants to, let their coach know right away.
July Gala, Saturday, July 25th
Takes place at the club pool, right after the Tanker Swim. Sign up outside the Clubhouse by 3pm Monday, July 20th. No deck entries for individual races; relay deck entries close 11am on Gala Day.
You are eligible to participate in the Gala if you have attended Learn to Swim Lessons, Speed Swimming, Artistic Swimming, Waterpolo, Lifesaving, Junior Lifeguard Club or Triathlon in July or you are a CBSC member 15 years to 18 years. Completion of a Tanker swim is preferable before the first Gala. You must sign up in your specific age group. Your age is as of the day of the Gala.
Participants may only register in one Freestyle event in their age group but may sign up for as many other individual races as they wish in their age group, as well as a relay. Relays will be assigned on Gala Day.
“O” Cat Swimmers: please put an “O” next to your name. Please note: “O” Cat swimmers are ineligible for relays.
Deck food is needed for the July Gala – sign up on the bulletin board at the Clubhouse and help us feed all the volunteers who help make Gala run smoothly!
TENNIS
Junior Singles Tennis Tournament, Sunday, July 26th
NEW! Sign up at the courts – add your name to the sheet by the Pro Shop. Deadline: 4pm Friday, July 24. Day-of registration may be available depending on numbers, but players must arrive 15 minutes early.
Event Times:
9 & 10 year old girls: 8:30 am-10:00 am
9 & 10 year old boys: 9:30 am-11:30 am
12 & under girls: 11:30 am-1:00 pm
12 & under boys: 12:30 pm-2:30 pm
14 & under girls and boys: 2:30-4:30 pm
16 & under girls and boys: 4:00-5:00 pm
Youth 12+ Drop-In, Thursday July 23rd 7-8:30pm
This week, courts 3 & 4 will be available for kids aged 10-11
Regular drop-in for ages 12+ will be on courts 1 & 2.
SAILING
Sailing Regatta, July 19th
Sunday’s Regatta is a friendly race day where sailors put their class skills to use. Come spend a fun day on the water in Crescent Beach and meet other club members. Races are open to beginners, advanced sailors, families, and adults – there’s a spot for everyone.
Regatta Times:
Senior Race age 13- 17 years 9:30am
Chutes and Wires age 12+ 10:45am
Family Race age 9+ with a parent/grandparent 12pm
Junior Race age 9-12 years 1:15pm
Open Race 3:45pm age 10+
Jr SUP age 9-12 years 11am
Sr SUP age 13+ 1:15 pm
Sail Orientation, July 25th and 26th 4-7pm
Never tried sailing? Want to feel more comfortable joining your kids for free sail? This short intro course is for new sailors of all ages (kids born 2017 or earlier, and adults). Small groups of 2-3 sail together with a coach, learning the basics of CANsail Level 1 – enough to skipper safely and enjoy time on the water.
EVENTS & HAPPENINGS
Parents’ Night Out, July 18th 6pm
PNO is tomorrow, and today is your final chance to grab tickets! Contact the office if you haven’t purchased yours yet. Get ready for the return of the live auction, followed by a night of dancing – all in support of our club’s biggest fundraiser.
Here’s a sneak peak of the live auction:
- Capix Valencia Women’s Cruiser Bike
- Original Crescent Beach Painting by Anne Walsh
- Morgan Creek Golf Package for Four
- Whistler Mountain Getaway
- Chicago Cubs VIP Experience in Seattle
- Next Health Couples Wellness Package
- Los Angeles Rams Game-Day Experience
Snail River Run, July 21st 5:30pm
Come cheer on your favourite runner or biker at one of the club’s most exciting traditions! Help keep the paths clear and safe for our racers, then bring the energy as you cheer everyone across the finish line.
Bullhead Derby, July 23rd 6pm
Grab your fishing rod and meet us at the pier for our annual Bullhead Derby! Whether you’re hoping to reel in the biggest catch or just enjoy the fun, it’s an event you won’t want to miss.
Semiahmoo Cup, August 8th 9am
Calling all swimmers and runners of every age and ability! The historic Semiahmoo Cup is back. Starting at Blackie Spit, this is a fun, family-friendly relay open to everyone.
What began in 1922 as a rivalry between the WRASA Killer Guppies and the CBSC Seahorses has grown into a beloved tradition: an ocean swim, beach run, and pool laps, with plenty of laughs along the way.
After the race, head back to Blackie Spit for a post-race breakfast. Reminder to bring your own mug!
Sign up here – Please register everyone attending, including spectators, so we can plan for breakfast numbers.
If you have any questions, please contact Sarah at sarahyplo@gmail.com or Jordan at jjennifer@hotmail.ca
REMINDER
This year, the Lost and Found is in a new location near the timer shack. Please take a look for your missing goggles, towels, clothing or water bottles as all items will be donated after the July Gala.
See you tonight at Footraces and Bingo!
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