Feb
28
to Mar 2

QUAC’s Ski-n-Swim 2025 - Salt Lake City, UT

  • Fairmont Aquatic Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Friday, February 28, 2025

Welcome Party 
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Blue Gene's Salt Lake City
239 South 500 East, Salt Lake City, Utah 

Kick off Ski-n-Swim 2025 with us at Salt Lake City's favorite neighborhood bar! Meet fellow competitors, enjoy light bites, and get ready for an unforgettable event.

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Saturday March 1, 2025

​Swim Meet 6:30am-1:00pm
Fairmont Aquatic Center - 1044 Sugarmont Dr., Salt Lake City, UT 84106
Check-in open from 6:30 to 9:30 am. When registering for the swim meet, you can reserve a seat on a shuttle bus to and from Brighton Resort and Evo Hotel, for an extra fee. Seats are limited. 

Session 1 - 1650 only
Warm-ups - 7:00 a.m.
Competition - 7:30 a.m.

Session 2 - All Events
Warm-ups - 8:30 a.m.
Competition - 9:30 a.m.

Saturday March 1, 2025 
Woodbine Food Hall @ 7:30 p.m.
545 W 700 S, Salt Lake City, UT

Menu

​Walking distance from Evo Hotel is Salt Lake's only food hall, Woodbine Food Hall. Woodbine has it all, choose from over a dozen different food vendors and delicious cocktails served at Drift Lounge. ​

​Club Try-Angels After Dinner
251 Harvey Milk Blvd, Salt Lake City, UT 

​Please RSVP to dinner and Try-Angels After Party! 

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Sunday March 2, 2025

​Ski, Board & Closing Tailgate 
​This year, Brighton Ski Resort is sponsoring our event and providing discounted lift tickets for Ski-n-Swim participants. Join us for riding or just come to tailgate. We will have entertainment and BBQ. ​

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​When registering for the swim meet, you can reserve a seat on a shuttle bus to and from Brighton Resort and Evo Hotel, for an extra fee. Seats are limited. 

​Shuttle Schedule
8:15 a.m: Utah Transportation Newtork shuttles from Evo Hotel to Brighton Resort.
9:00 a.m: Ski/rentals 
Noon: Apres
4:00p.m: Utah Transportation Network Shuttles from Brighton Resort to Evo Hotel.

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Mar
2
7:00 AM07:00

TACM March Madness SCM Meet

TACM March Madness SCM Meet

SUNDAY, MARCH 2, 2025
Warm-up: 9 AM; Meet starts at 10 AM
Sanctioned by PNA for USMS Inc. # 365-S005

LOCATION: Fidalgo Pool and Fitness Center
1603 22nd Street, Anacortes, WA 98221, (360) 293-0673

FACILITY: Competition 25 METERS, 6 lanes. Temp 81°F. The length of the competition course without a bulkhead is in compliance and on file with USMS in accordance with articles 105.1.7 and 106.2.1. Continuous warm-up/cool down is available in the two side wings of the pool. 

TIMING SYSTEM: The primary timing system will be automatic timing (Daktronics). Times from this competition will be eligible for world record, USMS record, and Top 10 consideration.

MEET DIRECTOR: Jenny Claridge, jclaridge@fidalgopool.com
(360) 293-0673 x 103 
      
MEET REFEREE:  Laurie Bergvall, lauriebergvall@gmail.com

CONCESSIONS: None

RULES: Current USMS rules will govern the meet.

ELIGIBILITY: Open to all 2025 USMS or foreign registered swimmers 18 and above as of 12/31/25. Age groups based on the swimmer’s age as of 12/31/25.  Foreign registered swimmers must provide proof of current registration in their country’s federation.  
 
ENTRIES: Swimmers may enter up to 6 individual events. Entries must be submitted online by 11:59 (Pacific) Sunday, February 23, 2025.

DECK ENTRIES: No race day entries accepted.

SEEDING: All events slow to fast, age group and genders mixed. Pre-seeding except for relays, 400 IM, 400 Free, 800 Free, and 1500 Free.

CHECK-IN: Positive check-in required for the 400 IM, 400 Free, 800 Free, and 1500 Free by 9:15 AM. Swimmers missing the check-in deadline may be scratched from the event.

RELAYS: Deck-enter relays at the meet

  • Women, Men, and Mixed relays may be seeded together.

  • A swimmer may swim on only one relay team (Women, Men, or Mixed) for each relay event.

  • Mixed relays require two men and two women.

  • Mark your relay entry card carefully to ensure correct intent and results.

  • The aggregate age of the four relay team members shall determine the age group – 72-99, 100-119, 120-159, 160-199, 200-239, 240-279, 280-319, 320-359, 360-399 …. (40-year increments as high as necessary).

  • Deck entries for all relays due 15 minutes after the start of warmups.

  • No charge for relays.

  • Relay Only Swimmers: Wishing to swim only relays at the meet may do so. Same entry deadline and entry fee surcharge applies.

AWARDS: Available for purchase at meet.
 

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Nov
4
to Nov 9

IGLA Buenos Aires

Dive into the excitement! #IGLA2024 Buenos Aires registration is now open! Register here and fill out the ORCA IGLA2024BA sheet to help us coordinate the adventure.

We created this spreadsheet to organize the trip of those going to IGLA+ Buenos Aires 2024. Your information on flight connections, lodging, and the events you are participating in helps the team's organization and the travel plans of other participant ORCAs. So, if you are going to IGLA+ 2024, please support your swim team by completing the requested information. Even if you prefer to sit quietly during a flight, since there are no direct flights between Seattle and Buenos Aires, you might like company during the layovers or to share taxi costs. Knowing the events you’ll be participating in will also ensure we'll cheer you on. You can find more information on registering for IGLA+ Buenos Aires 2024 in this document.

Join the WhatsApp group chat with our “IGLA+ Buddies” who will be a go-to resource and help answer any questions heading into the IGLA+ 2024.

We hope to see many of you in the capital of tango in November.

Registration

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Oct
26
1:00 PM13:00

Butterfly and Breaststroke Sprint Clinic (10/26) - Snohomish Aquatic Center

Attention all US Masters Swimmers!

Want to speed up your Butterfly and Breaststroke before the next swim meet? The Short Axis Sprint Clinic might be for you! Registration is limited to 30 participants, so sign up soon!

Two-time Olympian, Tatiana Lemos de Lima, returns for Part 2 of her SPRINT Clinic series, this time to speed up your short axis strokes, namely butterfly and breaststroke. Tatiana held the Brazilian and South American record in the 100 Free from 2008 to 2015. Since retiring from professional swimming in 2013, she has coached age group swimmers across the U.S. and has presented numerous swim clinics for Masters Swimmers. She is currently Head National Group Coach at Wave Aquatics in Kirkland.

Clinic Details

You spoke and we listened. This clinic will be limited to just 30 sign-ups. And a talented on-deck coach will be specifically assigned to your lane to assist with Tatiana's instruction and provide individualized feedback.

This will be a two hour clinic focusing on improving the efficiency of your butterfly and breaststroke. Be prepared to learn from the best!

Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to swim fast and increase your speed. Space is limited, so sign up early!

Mentor Coach

Tatiana Lemos de Lima is a two-time Olympian from her native country of Brazil. She represented her country in both the 2004 and 2008 Olympic Games.

Tatiana also participated in numerous FINA World Championships where she broke both Brazilian National Record and South American Record in the 100m Freestyle several times. At the 2009 LC FINA World Champs in Rome, she qualified for Finals (Top 8 in the world) in the 4x100 Medley Relay. Also at the 2002 SC World Champs in Moscow and the 2012 SC World Champs in Istanbul, she qualified in the 4x100 Free Relay to swim Finals. Tatiana competed in the following FINA World Championships: 1997 Gothenburg, 1998 Perth, 1999 Hong Kong, 2000 Athens, 2002 Moscow, 2003 Barcelona, 2004 Indianapolis, 2009 Rome, 2010 Dubai, 2011 Shanghai, and 2012 Istanbul.

Since retiring from professional swimming in 2013, she has molded and coached many age group swimmers in the U.S. and has presented numerous swim clinics to Masters Swimmers. Tatiana is currently Head National Group Coach at Wave Aquatics in Kirkland.

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Oct
6
9:00 AM09:00

21st Annual BAM FEST!

  • Bainbridge Island Aquatic Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Our annual focus swim is back and so should you. Come out and join us at our focus meet and help show some representation!

FACILITY: Competition – Ray Williams Pool: 25 yard, 6 lanes – starting end 12.0 feet deep; turning end 3.5 feet deep. Temp 76-81°F. Warm-up – Don Nakata Pool: two continuous lanes in the 25 yard recreation pool during competition.

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Aug
11
7:00 AM07:00

Swim Defiance 2024

Bernardo's All Stars is proud to announce the return of the annual Swim Defiance taking place at Owen Beach, in Tacoma, Washington. We welcome back returning swimmers as well as everyone else planning to participate in August for the first time.
 

2024 Swim Defiance offers a 3K event; participants will receive the following:

  • Brightly colored custom race cap provided at race check-in.  Ability to purchase discounted brightly swim buoy, both required for swim.

  • FREE post-race celebration with yummy refreshments and fun music

Race Information

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Jul
27
6:00 AM06:00

2024 Fat Salmon 3.2 Mile Open Water Swim

WHERE: MADISON PARK BEACH on Lake Washington  (1900 43rd Ave E, Seattle WA) - Pre-race check-in and finish line of the swim

COURSE: Point-to-point course will follow the western shore of the lake from I-90 in a straight line marked with buoys.  In water start immediately offshore from Day Street Boat Ramp, finish across timing mats on shore at Madison Park Beach; participants will need to ascend 4 stairs at the completion of this race. Water temperatures are typically 67-73 degrees fahrenheit during the summer but can vary significantly; be prepared for a cold swim. See RACE MAP.

RACE-DAY SCHEDULE:

  • 6:00 - 7:00 AM: MANDATORY Check-in

  • 7:05 AM: Pre-Race Meeting - MANDATORY for all swimmers

  • 7:20 AM: Carpool to 3.2-mile start at Day Street Boat Ramp (1402 Lakeside Ave S, Seattle, WA)

  • 8:15 AM: Start 1st wave from Day Street Boat Ramp, swimmers will be sent off in 5 separate waves scheduled every 3 minutes.

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Jul
6
to Jul 7

LCM Summer Meet Northwest Zone Championship

  • Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

FACILITY: 8-lane 50-meter pool with 9-ft wide lanes and a water depth range of 9’-10.5’. Continuous warm-up available in 7-lane, 25-yd dive tank. The length of the competition course is in compliance and on file with USMS in accordance with articles 105.1.7 and 107.2.1, but as a bulkhead course, is subject to length confirmation. Eligibility of times for World & USMS records and USMS Top 10 will be contingent on verification of bulkhead placement.

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Apr
13
to Apr 14

PNA Champs

  • Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Registration is now open for the 2024 PNA Championship Meet. Meet information and online registration can be found here. Last day to sign up is 4/7. This is a two-day, 25 short course yards meet. It takes place the weekend of April 13-14 and the registration deadline is Sunday, April 7th. It takes place at the famous Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center, where past and future Olympians have competed. Cost is $49 for registration plus $2 per individual event.

If you are only considering coming for one day, we encourage you to sign up for events on Saturday the 13th. The ORCA swim team will be reaching out to our sister teams in Portland and Vancouver to have them join us that day for competition and social event afterwards.

This is a really fun meet at a fast pool. It is also one of the rare scored meets, so let’s have a big turnout for this. Join the WhatsApp chat group

FACILITY: 50-meter championship pool set up as two 25-yd courses, each with eight 9-ft wide lanes and a water depth range of 9’-10.5’. The length of the competition course is in compliance and on file with USMS in accordance with articles 105.1.7 and 106.2.1, but as a bulkhead course, is subject to length confirmation. Eligibility of times for USMS Top 10 and Records will be contingent on verification of bulkhead placement. Continuous warm-up available in 7-lane, 25-yd dive tank.

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