Newsletters July 2025

Dynamo Swim Club

Summer is here and it is so much fun to swim outdoors at Robert Burnaby pool.

Congratulations to all swimmers that have been promoted to the next Seal and Swim Team !
SUMMER SCHEDULE OF PRACTICES 

 Dynamo ends the season on  Sunday, July 27th, 2025 and STARTS NEW SEASON 2nd SEPTEMBER,2025  
Dynamo Summer Schedule
Practice EDMONDS -
SUN July 6 - July 27th 06:00-08:00 am  full pool 25 m 
Practice ROBERT BURNABY- MON/WED/FRI
July 2nd  - July 25th
16:00-17:00 Dry Land
17:00-18:00 Swim full pool 25yards 
 
GUILDFOR POOL SURREY
12th to 27th July, 2025


SATURDAY 13:00-16:00 PM
SUNDAY 13:00-15:00 PM
Please note there are no lessons at Guildford pool on Saturday and Sunday July 5t and 6th, 2025.
There is a competition in the pool.

Dynamo Summer Promotion and Swimming Camp;
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY TO GET FIT AND STRONG IN YOUR SWIMMING SKILLS THIS SUMMER! If you are Register for 2 lessons/ week you can swim all lessons at any pool Dynamo has lessons.
All swimmers Seals 4 and up can swim in Burnaby or any of the pools Dynamo has lessons.
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 and REWORDS FOR MOST improved SWIMMER FOR 2024-2025 SEASON ,Friday 18th 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. After dinner coaches are going to give out the AWARDS FOR MOST IMPROVED  SWIMMER FOR 2024-2025 SEASON. Do not miss the opportunity to get your TROPHY
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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 $5  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-CANDA DAY MINI MEET-Sunday, 6th July, Edmonds 6:00-8:00 
Mini Swim Meet Program
A- 6:00- 6:15 AM Registration for the meet.
B-6:15 -6:45 AM Warm-up
C-6::45-8:00 AM Events 
D- EVENTS
1- 200 IM Swim Team
2-25 m Back Seals 4
3- 50 m Free Seals 5
4-50 m Breast Seals 6
5- 50 m Fly Seals 7
6- Relays  7-Games You can win RIBBONS  and prizes and it is a lot of fun. 
2- End of the season
Fundraising  Meet 18th  July,
Robert Burnaby 4-6 pm