Newsletters April 2025


Last Sunday 13th April, Dynamo Swim Team participated in the swimming competition in North Vancouver and the results were excellent!
Congratulations to all swimmers and the coaches in the copetition.
Best results:
JERRY THAM 8 years old WON GOLD MEDAL in  25m BACK 
JARED CHEN 9 years old SILVER MEDAL in  25m BACK
ELI LIU 9 years old BRONZ  MEDAL in  25m BACK
All swimmers got best times
SUMMER is here and all of us enjoying the sun . It is nice to swim outdoors and we got new members at Burnaby  and Surrey location.   Congratulations to all swimmers that have been promoted to the next Seal and Swim Team !
SUMMER SCHEDULE OF PRACTICES 
FRP= FRED R- EDMONDS POOL BURNABY
RB-ROBERT BURNABY POOL BURNABY
CE-CENTRAL PARK POOL BURNABY
KEN- KENSIGTON POOL BURNABY
 Dynamo
   Dynamo ends the season on July 30th. 
Dynamo Summer Schedule
  practice KEN- MON/WED/FRI March 31 - April 30 16:00-18:00 full pool 25yards SPRING
practice FRP- SUN April 6 - June 8 06:00-08:00 full pool 25 m SPRING
  practice CEN- MON/WED/FRI May 2 - May 23 16:00-18:00 2-lanes (50m) SPRING
practice RB- MON/WED May 26 - June 2- 16:00-18:00 3-lanes SPRING
practice RB- FRI May 30 - June 27 16:00-18:00 full pool 25yards SPRING
  practice RB- MON/WED/FRI June 30 - July 30 17:00-18:00 full pool 25yards SUMMER
FRP shutdown Mon June 9 - Sun June 29.Dynamo practices are at RB June 15-29.
Please note the practice at RB for June 15-29 is from 9-11 am. 
 practice RB SUN June 15 - 29;  09:00-11:00  full pool 25yards SPRING
practice FRP SUN July 6 - July 27;   06:00-08:00 full pool 25 m SUMMER 
 
GUILDFOR POOL SURREY
19th April to 27th July, 2025
SATURDAY 13:00-16:00 PM
SUNDAY 13:00-15:00 PM
All swimmers Seals 4 and up can swim in Burnaby to any of the pools.
You just need to send a email to Steve at stevewmenzies@gmail.com and let your coach know that you would like to swim in Burnaby make -up classes or private lessons.
FUNDRAISING SWIM MEET AT ROBERT BURNABY
For  Canada Day, Dynamo will Celebrate it on Friday 4th July, 2025.
We are going to have a Fundraising Swim Meet at Robert Burnaby pool from 4-6pm and the Summer Barbecue in the park after swimming. Dynamo will provide hot dogs , hamburgers and drinks. Everyone can participate and bring their favorite food , salads and deserts.
SWIM TO BUILD A POOL FUNDRAISING SWIM EVENT
Swimmers can collect money from family and friends to sponsor them for each lane they can swim. Sponsors can pay a minimum $2  for each lane swimmers can swim. Coaches are going to count their lanes and collect the money. At the end of the hour swimming coaches are going to give the results of Fundraising for each swimmer. Swimmers are getting prizes for the amount they raise .
1st  Place - Dynamo T Shirt, Hoodie, Cap and Goggles- $100 value 
2nd Place- Dynamo Hoodie, cap, goggles -$70 value
​​​​​​​ 3rd place- Dynamo T shirt , goggles, cap-$50-value Every swimmer is going to win a prize.
After the swimming we are having the Summer Barbecue .  At the Barbecue we are going to do the Pick a Number Board Fundraiser for parents and swimmers.
​​​​​​​1. Understanding the Pick a Number Board Fundraiser What Is It? At its core, the “Pick a Number Board Fundraiser” is a unique, interactive way to raise money for a cause. Imagine a large board or poster divided into a grid, with each square or segment containing a number. Each number represents a specific donation amount or a predetermined category of prizes. Participants, driven by curiosity, excitement, or a sense of community, are prompted to select a number, contributing the corresponding amount to the fundraising goal.
The process of a “Pick a Number Board Fundraiser” is designed to be straightforward and enjoyable. Here’s how it typically works: Setup: First, you prepare the board with numbers. This can be done on a physical poster, a chalkboard, or even a digital platform if you prefer an online approach. Each number on the board will correspond to a specific donation amount. For instance, number 1 might represent a $5 donation, while number 50 could symbolize a $50 donation. Choosing a Number: Participants then choose their favorite number or a number that holds significance to them, and contribute the corresponding amount. The appeal here is often driven by personal connections to specific numbers, or simply the thrill of making a random choice. Element of Surprise: To add an extra layer of excitement, some fundraisers integrate surprise elements, such as hidden prizes or raffle entries behind certain numbers. This gamification aspect keeps participants engaged and motivated to contribute more. Donation and Rewards: After picking a number, the participant donates the specified amount. In return, they might receive a small token of appreciation, recognition on a donor wall, or the chance to win a prize if their number had one assigned.
SWIM MEETS SCHEDULE FOR SUMMER
1- MINI MEET - 26th April , Sunday 6-8 am - Edmonds pool Burnaby- everyone can participate
 2- MINI MEET -25th May 2025- Edmonds pool 6-8 am everyone can participate
3- MINI MEET -20th June 2025, Edmonds pool 6-8 am
4-CANDA DAY MINI MEET-Friday, 4th July, Robert Burnaby
4-6pm , 6-8pm Barbeque
5- End of the season Fun Meet 30th July, Robert Burnaby 4-6 pm

Please talk with your coaches about the swim meet you would like to participate. See you at the pool, Lidia Menzies Director of swimming