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25.01.2022 Practice your French or just see the ingenuity of this swimmer .courtesy Masters Swimming Canada https://www.lapresse.ca//01-5267125-la-vie-sans-sport-marc

25.01.2022 Sad news with the passing of Lindsay Risk from Campbelltown. Great guy, great loss!

24.01.2022 A few members of the Warringah Masters team making the most of the good weather at Bennet’s Beach, Hawks Nest ahead of the Myall carnival on Saturday (90% chance of rain). Bring it on!

23.01.2022 REMINDER....... Kerryn Blanch will be holding two CPR update courses at Sports House next week. Thursday 16 July 7.30pm and Saturday 18 July 10am... Bookings can be made through [email protected] Numbers strictly limited due to space available in training rooms for personal distancing.

23.01.2022 3 Coaches; 30 swimmers; a good day at the Office!

22.01.2022 GoSwim.tv access is currently free for those that sign up or have an account already. Plenty of great content here, including daily lessons, tutorials and other bits and pieces. https://www.goswim.tv/lessons/2765-covid-19-update

21.01.2022 Presentation at the MSNSW AGM of the Brian Hird Trophy for 2019. While Wett Ones took the BPS trophy for 2019 (well done, fantastic effort!) Warringah scored the most points at the two-day carnivals: State Short Course, State Long Course and the challenge of the mid-year open air Clarence River carnival. Well done troops!

19.01.2022 Vale Colin Casey - sad to report that Colin Casey who was one of our stalwart officials at competitions passed away last week from pneumonia and other complications. Col was dedicated to serving adult and junior competition and in fact was on the Warringah Aquatic Swim Club's Hall of Fame. In the world of adult swimming he could be found refereeing and judging stroke at Masters swimming carnivals across the country, refereed at the World Masters in Perth, and was a support...er of the Masters movement generally, in places like Alice Springs and on the Arafua Islands, and the Youth Olympics. In Masters swimming, who can forget an occasion when he was Judge of Stroke at the old Woy Woy pool where he was nudged into the water, some say by a disgruntled swimmer whom he had disqualified, but carried on as nothing had happened, slowly making his way to the steps while keeping a beady eye on those swimmers legitimately in the water. He was for a time Vice President of Warringah Masters and many of us will remember his sense of humour - dry enough to have been burnished by sandpaper!. Col retired from officiating and swimming some time ago, moving to the War Vets with his wife Denise. While there, he successfully fought a long battle against Stage 4 melanoma with experimental medication. He is survived by Denise, son Peter who many of you probably know, and numerous grandchildren. Graham Campbell President, Warringah Masters Swimming

19.01.2022 A busy Sunday morning training for Warringah Masters - 30+ swimmers being run through their paces by Mark Patterson and Paul Bailey. Also with us 3 swimmers from North Sydney Masters (NNS) whose pool is closed [Melody Xu, Meeky Lee and Kazuya ITAI]. Also swimming one of our most loved members, 90 y.o. Diana Moore and her still graceful freestyle. We do have a tryout offering where you can swim with us for 4 weeks before having to join our Club. Masters swimmers from other clubs welcome. A prerequisite for both is completing the Masters Swimming COVID health questionnaire / declaration available from [email protected]

18.01.2022 Great article from oceanswims.com outlining some of the considerations you should be making if swimming in the ocean at this time of year.

18.01.2022 Easy choice of where to be this morning ..... 33 swimmers this morning under the watchful eyes of Wilson Gamble, Chemene Sinson and Paul Bailey. ......

18.01.2022 Some more pics from this Sunday's training at Warringah Aquatic Centre. Great turnout again. We limit swimming to max. 5 per lane to (1) keep coaching manageable and (2) help maintain social distancing. It's difficult for swimmers to unlearn the habit of a lifetime of bunching at lane ends - the sign pictured goes under the blocks to remind swimmers to stay 1.5m apart.... Reminder: we also offer tryouts (subject to COVID status pe-qualification) and are signing new members ....

17.01.2022 A great video here from Swim Smooth, with some useful tips on how to get back into the swim of things as restrictions start to ease across Australia. https://www.youtube.com/watch

17.01.2022 Current training arrangements at Warringah Aquatic Centre for Warringah Masters. 8 lanes in the deep end on Sunday mornings from 8-9am (practical maximum 40 per session); $5 contribution to lane hire; and 3 lanes minimum in the shallow end on Wednesday evenings from 7.30-8.30pm (~5 swimmers per lane) ; additional lanes booked in line with demand; $5 contribution to lane hire... Lanes have reverted to normal width Changing rooms now open (20 people max.) Entry still through side gate; pay pool entry in the former kiosk area. Usual COVID-19 safety precautions to be taken including social distancing around the pool AND in-water. While the WAC needs certain info eg name and phone#, under our MSA/MSNSW sanction you must (i) have submitted to the Club the Health Questionnaire attached to various emails sent in the last weeks to members and (ii) book online through our online system (URL sent to all members) Graham Campbell President

17.01.2022 As COVID restrictions relax there was a return to multiple swimmers per lane at the WAC. Wednesday saw 6 lanes in use and 17 swimmers. Next week we will be committing to 3 lanes for Wednesday, now that lane hire fees apply, more if enough demand. Book early. Sunday return to 8 lanes. Remember, COVID safety precautions still apply: health affirmation, maintain social distance, no bunching in lanes etc. Meanwhile, stay safe, swim safe ...

16.01.2022 From the Warringah Aquatic Centre regarding limited opening (outdoor pool only): Warringah Aquatic Centre will be opening its outdoor pool only on Friday 15 May with restrictions. Hours are: Monday to Friday 5.30am 9.00pm Saturday and Sunday 7.00am 6.00pm... To ensure we maintain social distancing rules to keep the community COVID safe, we are introducing a pre-booking system. We have attached the booking process and other requirements for your information. You can make a booking from Friday 15 May by calling 9451 8000 option 3 (Reception) Please feel free to contact the centre if you have any questions or check our website From: https://www.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au//warringah-aquatic- Due to NSW State Government restrictions there is a maximum of four swimmers in the pool at one time and one person per lane. A booking system is available for lap swimming from 15 May. Bookings will be for 45-minute sessions. You need to phone 9451 8000 to make a booking, providing your name and telephone number. Bookings can be made for no more than three consecutive days. If you cannot attend a booking time, then as a courtesy to other swimmers please contact the centre. No back-to-back bookings will be permitted. Weekday session times commence at 6.30am and are available every 45 minutes. Pool not available between 4pm and 5.30pm Saturday session times commence at 7.30am and are available every 45 minutes Sunday session times commence at 7am and are available every 45 minutes Sessions will commence on time with 5 minutes entry; 35 minutes swimming and 5 minute exit.

16.01.2022 A busy morning at the Warringah Aquatic Centre for Masters training. Interestingly there were 5 Warringah Masters Presidents swimming in the 33-strong squad: a Pod of Presidents perhaps. Can you name them in today’s picture?

16.01.2022 Very happy to report that we've started the year winning the visitors pointscore at the Myall master's BPS meet. It was great to be back racing for club points again. Here's hoping we have a lot more fun racing, this year.

15.01.2022 Sunday training in full swing. 30+ swimmers with coaching by Mark Patterson and Paul Bailey

11.01.2022 A near record attendance at the WAC for training today - 39 swimmers and some waitlisted. On deck, Fitness Director Wilson Gamble and Roshani Ainkaran. Great sets for all!

11.01.2022 Back to training with the Northern Beaches lock down at an end. Great to see so many swimmers: 32 across 8 lanes including welcome return of 94yo Liz Wallis after injury time out - she’s keen to form a 360+ mixed relay team with 91yo Diana Moore and ....? (who are the likely lads?)

10.01.2022 Ninety y.o. Diana Moore is one of our most loved swimmers ... still graceful

09.01.2022 Wow! Full house again at Warringah Masters training tonight: 20 swimmers; 2 coaches (Gordon & Wilson). More demand than spaces!

08.01.2022 Message from Max van Gelder: "Could you let all swimmers and non-swimmers who sent such lovely messages know that their support over the years has been fundamental in making the club what it is today. I really appreciate all the good wishes with my lofty numbers (90) Best wishes to all Max

08.01.2022 pictures from Warringah Masters training this morning ... a near record turn out with 39 swimmers

08.01.2022 Demand continues for training at Warringah Masters with 31 swimmers this morning (Sunday). Already 20 swimmers lining up for Wednesday night training. Planning to have a COVID compliant system in place shortly for tryout swimmers considering Masters swimming: opportunity to trial for 4 weeks before having to join as full member. Meanwhile happy swimming members! And stay safe!

07.01.2022 Well deserved award for Mark Hepple who has done much to help MSNSW and its constituent clubs be a leader in carnival organisation ......

07.01.2022 Three Yoga Breathing Practices to Melt Away Tension https://www.usms.org//three-yoga-breathing-practices-to-me

07.01.2022 Home workout routines from Fina. https://www.fina.org/sites/default/files/finatrainhome.pdf

07.01.2022 The Warringah Aquatic Centre has advised new arrangements for our Club training from Sunday: 10 lanes in the deep end on Sunday mornings from 8-9am (maximum 30 per session); and 6 lanes in the shallow end on Wednesday evenings from 7.30-8.30pm (maximum 18 per session). ... Changing rooms will now open (20 people max.) Entry still through side gate Usual COVID-19 safety precautions to be taken including social distancing. While the WAC needs only name and phone#, under our MSA/MSNSW sanction you must have submitted to the Club the Health Questionnaire attached to various emails sent in the last weeks to members. Graham Campbell President

07.01.2022 Nearly a full house again with 39 swimmers in the pool and 3 coaches on deck. Three North Sydney (NNS) swimmers now a regular feature; and one new member this bright Sunday morning.

06.01.2022 Following on from Thursdays post on tips for open water swimming, if you are hankering for a swim while pool swimming is so restricted the ocean temp (~19.5C) is still about good enough for swimming without a wet suit (even better with one!). Whats more, you dont need to book ahead! You can check surf conditions and surf webcams for many beaches at https://www.coastalwatch.com/ or download the app. Warringah Masters President, not known for training outside of carniv...als, has been making up for it in the ocean with NWG, NNS, NRY and other swimmers. Picture maps of a couple of his recent swims attached. If open water too daunting, then you could try one of the Northern Beaches ocean pools. As always, check conditions and swim within your ability - its your choice.

06.01.2022 Todays MSNSW AGM saw Warringah Masters stalwart Tony Tooher retire from the MSNSW Board after many years service. Tony has in the past been our Club Captain and also President. The pink towel decorating the lectern is Tonys BPS points award for 2019. Other Warringah swimmers winning points score awards were Liz Wallis, Tom Ryan, Helen Campbell and Graham Campbell.

05.01.2022 Four Essential Stretches for Swimmers https://www.usms.org//four-essential-stretches-for-swimmers

05.01.2022 More of Paul's 12k swim for Lifeline ...at the 5km mark. You can donate through : https://facebook.com/events/s/swim-for-lifeline/285426192692992/?ti=icl

05.01.2022 Paul Swimming 12k butterfly for Lifeline https://facebook.com/events/s/swim-for-lifeline/285426192692992/?ti=icl

05.01.2022 Try These Workouts While Waiting to Get Back Into the Water https://www.usms.org//try-these-workouts-while-waiting-to-

04.01.2022 Warringah Masters training underway this morning ... a near record turn out with 39 swimmers and two waitlisted

04.01.2022 Kerryn Blanch, MSNSW President, presenting Tony Tooher with a memento in recognition of his service on the Board. Well deserved!

02.01.2022 All Warringah Masters members: training restarts tonight indoors at the Warringah Aquatic Centre. With 20 swimmers lined up, our session is fully booked Hooray! NWG members can go to the online booking sheet any time between 13 days and 1 day before the swim and book. Its one swimmer per lane under current NSW COVID-19 Public Health Orders. The indoor pool has been re-configured as 2x10 25m lanes. For Sunday 7 June, two sessions are available to members: 8am-9am and 9a...m-10am. So far 25 swimmers registered, max 40. First come, first served Strict rules for registering, booking and pool entry apply, so members should check their old school emails for details. No casual walk-ins. Enjoy your swims! Graham Campbell President

02.01.2022 Join with us today in wishing Max van Gelder, one of our founding members, best birthday wishes on his 90th. Still active, still swimming! We all miss you down there in Canberra ... ... Have a great day celebrating with Carol and your family and friends!

02.01.2022 The 200m breaststroke from the 1936 Olympics: before Butterfly becamse a recognised stroke! https://www.youtube.com/watch

01.01.2022 Warringah Masters training restarted in earnest last night with 17 swimmers. A great first night back despite the COVID constraints. Our thanks to our head coach, Wilson Gamble, and Wednesdays team leader, Gordon Whyte for putting our plans into action, as well as our race secretary Patrick Chandler for constructing the online booking and certification system. A great team effort. ... Gordon Whyte, Wednesdays lead coach also gave a shout out to the Warringah Aquatic Centre management and staff for making it all possible. Great to see so many of us back in the water! Graham Campbell President Warringah Masters Swimming

01.01.2022 Training underway Sunday morning, with 38 swimmers and three coaches: Nick Woodhams, Sue Myers and Tony Norris. A great turnout!