Lower Mainland Open

Lower Mainland Open

Richmond

2024 LMR Open

Feb 3/4, Watermania, Richmond

Updates for Swimmers

Quick Notes:

• Full meet package is on club website and Swimming Canada  
• 13&O session AM, 12&U session PM (30mins earlier start) timed finals
• There is limited spectator seating.  Please note sitting area on attached diagram.
• Coaches attending: 13&O sessions Coach Darlene, 12&U sessions Coach Amber
  • please follow up with appropriate for your swimmer's session.

About Warm Ups:

• It is important that swimmers arrive before the listed times to get appropriate space on the pool deck.  Seating is in the bleachers so please leave deck chairs at home.
• Please try to sit together as a team where indicated.
• Activation will start at the posted times
  • 13&O session: 7:10AM
  • 12&U session: 1:40PM - note, change from meet package!
• Warm ups are open with no assigned lanes.

Other Notes:

• Please note that Watermania can be cool on deck in winter months.  Please ensure you have lots of extra clothing to stay warm on deck.
• We will be doing activation outside so dress accordingly.
• All swimmers need to be wearing their SKSC t-shirt or sweatshirt while on deck and your SKSC cap while racing. 
• Swimmers are required to attend warmups and all of their races, and are allowed to leave when they finish their last race of a session.  Double check with your coach if you are unsure.
• Don't forget water bottles, healthy snacks/food, and extra clothes and towels.
• Backstroke Ledges will be used at the meet.  They can be a little tricky to use.  Follow this link to learn how to use them. https://youtu.be/hm0DTkcvyQI

For Parents:

• Limited and restricted sitting for parents is available on deck.  This is first come first serve basis
• They are still looking for a few volunteers, in particular a Chief Timer for Saturday PM, and Stroke & Turn and Timers on Sunday.  If you are interested in volunteering, please email officials@richmondrapids.com.

Thank you

SKSC Coaches