Calling All Donaldson Run Divers (new and returning)!

The DR Divers want to offer a special invitation to parents of children who have never been on the boards before. Diving is not hard. Our excellent coaches will show you how, at your own pace. Discover how much fun it is to participate in an organized sport and develop neighborhood friendships. We do more than just dive! Our activities create special bonds and childhood memories with a great group of children.

Plan on joining us for the pizza party on June 7^th, where you can learn about diving, talk with friends and enjoy the refreshments.

Become Part of the Team

Donaldson Run Divers has been very successful in recent years. All the divers, especially the new divers, have learned many new skills. We look forward to another good year in 2009.

Front Dive, One-Half Twist

Katie will be returning for another season as our head coach. She did a wonderful job last year, teaching the new divers and improving the skills of the veterans. The assistant coaches will be returning from last year to help Katie.

Registration

Download the registration (click on the links to the right), fill them out, and bring them along with a check ($90 per diver) to practice. They may also be picked up and dropped off at the pool (in the registration folder in the dive team file box at the desk) or mailed to Pam. If you have any questions, email us at dive@drra.org.

You may also register at the ice cream social on May 17^th or the pizza party on June 7^th.

2009 Season

We will be competing in Division 2 along with Arlington Forest, Highland Swim, Lee Graham, Mansion House and Old Keene Mill. Dual meets with each of these teams will be held on Tuesday evenings, starting on June 23^th. The wrap-up divisional meet is set for July 26^th and the All Star Meet will be held on August 2^nd. We will also have a 3-meter meet on July 12^th and two "B" meets for developmental divers July 2^nd, July 16^th, and the traditional Crackerjack Meet on July 19^th(also for developmental divers). If the past experience is a guide, the divers will have a lot of fun learning new skills and being part of the the team.

Donaldson Run Divers

The summer diving season is short, which leaves plenty of time for other activities after the season. There are only five meets with team scores that determine team standings. For the team to do its best, we need every swimmer every Tuesday from June 23^rd through July 28^th. Please plan vacations, camps, and other activities after the season ends. Don't let the kids miss out!

Practice Schedule

Divers will practice by age and ability group for about an hour on weekdays. Starting on May 26^th through June 19^th, practice will be in the evening from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. On June 22^nd, practice will move to a mid-day time block, from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm and an evening block from 6:00 - 8:00 pm on certain days for those who can't make the mid-day time or who want additional practice. Developmental divers will generally practice during the first half of each practice period. Divers are expected to attend a "dry-land" segment (for stretching and technique development) starting a half hour before the regular practice.

Communication

We rely extensively on email to communicate important information. If you are interested in participating or just want to learn more, please make sure we have your current email address. Feel free to contact Chris Carstens or Holly Simmons at DiveTeamMailList@drra.org.

Click on the newsletter link for more detailed information.

Dive into Fun!