Weekly News - April 24, 2023

Amy Parratto

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Important Reminders

  • Inner Tube Water Polo Tournament: Congratulations to the following champions in their divisions who competed last Saturday! Results: 9U- The Krakens, 10 to 13 Elon Musketeers,14+ The Real Housewives of Riptide, Parents vs. Coaches - Prison Rules Parents Team. We want to congratulate everyone who participated in this fun tournament. It was an absolute BLAST to see the commitment, friendship and competitiveness of all our swimmers and parents! Until next year!
  • Riptide Banquet: If you attended our first Riptide Banquet, please share your experience with us here. We highly appreciate your feedback!
  • Senior Prep Recognition Month: The Parent Volunteer Committee would like to recognize our Senior Prep group this month and invite them to a game night and a taco bar on April 27 8-9:00pm. Swimmers will HAVE dryland that day followed by the fun night of bonding. There will be NO swimming. Bring your smiles and positive vibes! Food and games will be provided.
  • Positive Parent Involvement in Sport:  Coach Amy Parratto will give a free workshop this Saturday (4/29) for all Riptide parents from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. The title of the workshop is “The Positive Steps You Can Take to Being a Winning Sports Parent”. You can register for the talk on our events page.
  • Meet Registration Deadlines: AQJ Invite – May 1, RIPT Jump into June – May 3, NSAC Invite – May 7 and ASF Invite – May 7.                                                                                               

Regular Reminders

  • Adult Swim Training & Private Lessons: Group Training for Triathletes & Masters; Beginner Adult Swim Classes; Individual and Small Group Lessons going on now! For more information –contact [email protected].
  • Private Lessons: Riptide Coaches offer 30 and 60 minute private lessons. If your swimmer is interested, either contact your lead coach directly or [email protected]
  • Stroke and Turn Officials - Anyone interested in learning to become a USA Swimming Stroke and Turn Official - please contact Wendy Peterson at [email protected].  

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