You are invited..

Hi Folks,

 

Coach Marta has arranged for someone to come and speak with swimmers and parents about the special nutritional needs of our families.

 

All Parents and Swimmers are invited to join us for Nutrition session on Nov 24th Monday at 6:30 PM . 

 

The room details will follow as we get closer to the date.

 

Canadian Tire Fundraiser

Hi Folks

We are looking for volunteers to help out with our Canadian Tire Fundraiser. We have been given Nov 21, 22, and 23 from the great folks at Canadian Tire. We are looking for swimmers and/or their parents to volunteer to collect at the Canadian Tire on Smythe St. (Swimmers are collecting, that is, we need parents as supervisors)

 

We have attached the schedule and the current list of volunteers.

 

If you are able to assist, please let us know at this email address. I will forward your emails to Julie MacDonald...

 

 

Bathurst Meet

PLEASE REPLY TO gyoung8940@rogers.com AND NOT THE FAST EMAIL ADDRESS.  ALL ENTRIES THAT GO TO THE FAST ADDRESS WILL BE RETURNED.

                                                                                     Hi Everyone,

Here is the informations for the next development meet in Bathurst, NB.  I have a block of rooms at the Lakeview Inns and Suites.  1-506-548-4949.    The deadline for these rooms were October 28th.  I spoke to the hotel today and they still have some available but will only keep them until Thursday November 13th.  That is tomorrow.  They will release them in the morning as they have people wanting them. (There is also a Hockey tournament going on the same weekend)  If you need a room, call the hotel and ask for one under My name and FAST. (There were 16 rooms left as of this morning)


DATE:  Saturday Novmeber 29th, 2008

PLACE:  Bathurst Aquatic Centre
        558 King Ave
        548-0703

COST;  Entry fees $18.00

Fast Fishes and Advanced Fishes Registration

Hi Folks,
 
The next Fishes Registartion will be Nov 25th and 27th from 6:30-8:00pm. Registration will be at the UNB Pool Building. Registration is on a first come first serve basis.
 
We look forward to seeing everyone again!
 
Thanks for swimming with Fast!

Fishes Registration

Hi Folks,

 

The next Fishes Registartion will be Nov 25th and 27th from 6:30-8:00. Registration will be at the UNB Pool Building. Registration is on a first come first serve basis.

 

We look forward to seeing everyone again!

 

Thanks for swimming with Fast!

November 11th Practices Cancelled

Hi Folks,

 

Just a quick reminder. All swim practices on November 11th are cancelled. The UNB building is closed for the day.

 

Have a great weekend...

Lost Items

Hi Foks,

 

We have had a number of items go missing in the locker rooms before, during and or after practices. Coach Marta has asked that swimmers and their parents check their bags for goggles that may have been picked up by mistake. One swimmer has lost two pairs including a pink nike pair and the latest were a tinted blue rimmed pair. If any one has found these goggles, please give them to Coach Marta.

 

Lastly, it is always a good idea to use a lock with your locker and to not leave your things unattended. We share the locker room with UNB students as well as lots of other groups.

 

Thanks,

Heather

FAST Christmas Party

Hello FAST Families,

The weather is getting cold and winter is approaching, so it is now time to plan
our FAST Christmas Party.   This is a great chance for our swimmers and families to get
together as a group and meet other club members, as well as board members and the
coaching team outside of our pool setting.  Santa Claus will be joining us, as well,
and perhaps taking part in some Karaoke with the kids.

We have booked the Willie O'Ree Community Room for Saturday morning December 20,
from 9:00am 'til noon.  We have decided on a pot luck breakfast/brunch with each group
bringing one part of the meal (see below).  The cost will be $5.00 for a parent and
one swimmer or $10.00 for three or more.  This will pay for the room rental and all
money left will go to a charity, such as the Food Bank or Soup Kitchen, perhaps for the
purchase of turkeys and other Christmas items.  We are open to any suggestions.

Each swimmer is asked to bring the following to contribute to the meal:

Fishes - juice/juice boxes and granola bars
Fishes Advance - yogurt and cream cheese
Novice 2 - bagels and muffins
Novice 1 - croissants and sweet breads
AG3 - fruit/fruit trays
AG2,AG1 and National - Breakfast casseroles

This will definitely be a fun party for everyone and a great team building event.

Please let me know by December 5, if you are coming and what you will bring.  That
way we won't have too much of one thing and not enough of another. I can be reached at
459-1974 or email emartin@unb.ca.

Thank you in advance for making this a great party and I look forward to hearing from
everyone.

Grace Martin

Time Trial November 15th

Hello FAST Families,

Next Saturday, November 15 FAST is holding a distance Time Trial. 

In order to have a successful morning this involves a lot of volunteers, such as
timers, officials and food to feed these folks.  If each group could contribute a food item, as
listed below, it would be very much appreciated.

Novice 2 - bottled water
Novice 1 - bagels and cream cheese
AG3 - muffins and croissants
AG2 - cut up fruit or fruit trays
AG1 & National - crackers and cheese

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at 459-1974 or emartin@unb.ca

Thank you and we look forward to seeing everyone next Saturday.

Grace Martin

Fast Policies

Hi Folks,

 

The Fast Board has requested that all swimmers be forwarded the current policies. We are specifically directing parents to our swim fees policy. You can find this policy, updates and other information by going to:  swimmingfast.com

 

Thank you for swimming with Fast!

Clean up!!!

Swimmers,

 

Please ensure that you leave the deck pool clean after the swim meet. I have to say I was embarrassed at the mess our team left under the bleachers. This is unacceptable. Part of the responsibility as a swimmer is respecting personnel and facilities we are at the swim meets. It is your job to clean up after yourself. Make sure you do your part next time.

 

Coach Marta

 

 

 

Parking at LB Gym

The folks at UNB's L.B. Gym building have asked us to remind our swimmers and their families to please use only proper parking spaces. There have been a number of problems lately with cars parking and blocking other vehicles. The roadside parking spaces will be paved today, and possibly painted as well. They are asking for our cooperation to ensure that roadways are clear to come and go.  

 

DO NOT block the traffic and other parked vehicles. Vehicles in violation of parking regulations will be towed by UNB Security.

 

Thanks for your support and cooperation.

Citrus Sale Information

Greetings to All FAST Members,

There is only a 2 days remaining in our 2008 Citrus and Cookie Dough Campaign.  All information and necessary forms are downloadable from our web site:

Go to www.swimmingfast.com
On the home page, go to "Parent Info"

Reminder

1. The order deadline is Friday, October 31st.
2. All product orders must be paid in full by one(1) check from FAST member before the order is recognized and placed.
   

Product Order Submission

• I will be at the UNB Pool on Saturday, November 1st from 4-5pm (on route to the Swim Meet in Miramichi) to receive orders.  Please have your completed Order Summary Form and check, and the bottom portion of all your Customer Order forms.

  -OR-

• Place your completed Order Summary Form and check, and the bottom portion of all your Customer Order forms in an envelope addressed "2008 CITRUS" in the FAST mailbox located in the Pool Office.  If you do submit your order in this manner, you MUST email me (foremanj@nbnet.nb.ca) to indicate you've done so because I have no way of knowing who is participating in this fundraiser and no means to verify I received the order.  I will arrange for one of the FAST Executive to retrieve and give me the orders from FAST mailbox on Sunday, November 2nd (on route home from the Miramichi).  I will then send a return email to inform you that I received your order.  If you DO NOT receive an email from me by Monday, November 3rd, then I HAVE NOT received your order.

FYI...

• Last year, participating swimmers received a credit of approximately 27% of their sales.
  

If you have questions, please contact Diane Foreman at foremanj@nbnet.nb.ca, at (506) 328-4468. Thanks in advance for your efforts with making this a successful fundraising event.

Best Regards,
Diane

Newsletter Volunteer needed

 

We are looking for an interested individual to help us organize and publish on line newsletter packed with interesting info about groups, FAST swimmers achievements, articles for parents and swimmers, updates and more. Please contact coach Marta at swimming@rogers.com

 

Coach Marta

Parents interested in Strategic Planning

I would like to invite any interested parents from younger groups to develop strategic plan for our club. Getting involved in this process will make you understand what our club is trying to achieve and you'll have a first hand in helping us shape the future for our organization. I think is very important for our club to have a plan like this in place with clear and precise goals. It will make our organization look very professional and more accountable. It can guide us thru the transition process we're in now and will keep us on track. Please let me know if you would like to be a part of this process.

swimming@rogers.com

 

Thank you,

 

Marta