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Synchro Taster Sessions Hythe Aqua Synchro Section were delighted to offer a new style taster session for younger swimmers which took place on 10th February. The aim of the session was to attract girls as young as 5 years old to have a go at some basic synchro techniques in a fun environment. The taster sessions proved to be a great success as most of the girls who attended were quick to sign up for the 8 week "Ariel Aquafun" course which began on sat 17th Feb. Based on the theme of Disney's "The Little Mermaid" Swimmers will be introduced to the sport of Synchro using floats and sinkers to build confidence in the water whilst having fun learning new skills. As demand for places on the course was so high, Hythe Synchro hope to be able to repeat the programme later in the year for those who were unable to gain a place first time around. Further information is available from Sue Goodson sue@goodson,uk.com |
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Mini Water Polo Initiative at Hythe Aqua Many pupils from several Hythe Primary Schools are under training for a mini version of the Olympic sport – Water Polo, organised by Hythe Aqua swimming club. The children jumped at the chance to experience this very exciting sport thanks to a grant from Kent County Councils Community Grant initiative. The young players have been developing skills to control the ball one-handed, as well as swimming techniques adjusted to allow for good movement, whilst enjoying all round vision. Hythe Aqua Water Polo Coach, Martin Burke, commented; “The players turn up every week without fail and are clearly enjoying the experience, which is evident by the standard they have reached over a short period of time. Some players have indicated that they will continue training with Hythe’s Junior Water Polo squad after the scheme ends. The success of the course will be tested in a competitive game between Hythe Aqua juniors and the schools select team on the final evening session on 25 March 2007”. It is hoped that many of the youngsters will join the club and develop their swimming skills in the clubs highly rated learn to swim scheme and become members of the large junior water polo section at Hythe Aqua. |