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Grosse Ile Golf & Country Club is a private club. All events and activities advertised on this web site are for members only and not open to the general public. You may e-mail Linda at linda@gigcc.com to make reservations or with questions or comments about this web site.

Ron Andrews - Pool Director

Swim Team Information:

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Your one stop shopping experience for custom Swim Team logo merchandise! Every purchase

generously supports the GIGCC Swim Team.

Visit http://www.savvyadvertising.com/ click on the “Online Stores” then click on the GIGCC

“Devil Ray” icon for exciting NEW Swim Team Merchandise!

The online store is open all year! Place your order by May 17^th to guarantee that your items are

delivered by our first mock meet on June 14, 2008.

Swim suits may be ordered from Different Strokes

Different Strokes Swim Shop located at:
19651 Middlebelt
Livonia, MI 48152
(248) 477-0521 or 1-800-828-2623

Devil Rays

2008 Practice Schedule

Spring Schedule Beginning May 19th- June 12 (Mon-Fri)

5:00 pm-5:45 pm (8 and Under) Bronze

5:45 pm-6:45 pm – (9 and 10) Silver

6:45 pm-8:00 pm – (11 and Up) Gold

Summer Schedule Beginning June 15^th ( Monday through Friday)

(I want to emphasize that the groups will be divided according to skill level as opposed to age. This makes for easier practice set up and allows us as coaches, to focus on developmental levels as opposed to putting kids in groups based on their age. With that in mind, the goal will be to eliminate the large age groups (11-12, 9-10) and place the kids in groups that will meet their skill level while also allowing them to push themselves and compete with kids that may be older than them. There is always the opportunity to move up from one group to another with the suggestion of a coach.)

7:30- 9:30 am Gold Group (Advanced/Endurance Program)

· Focus on Endurance and Competitive Training

· Lanes will be divided accordingly to allow for tiered practices

· 11 and Up will become a part of this program, a change from last year...see below.

· Must know how to do all stroke turns, would be considered graduates of the Silver group. Are able to swim more than 6 lengths as a time.

· Must have permission from the head coach to participate in this group.

9:30 am- 10:30 am Silver Group

· For children who have mastered the four strokes, and are able to swim more than

2 lengths at a time. Have a good understanding of how to do starts and flip turns.

· Will most likely be the largest group, which is no change from previous years. However, by eliminating the age division, we will hopefully eliminate the children who are older beginners and place them in the bronze group making practice a faster paced, less chaotic session.

10:30 am-11:15 am Bronze Group

· Beginners, and for children who struggle to make more than 2 lengths at a time. Will focus more on developing the four strokes, flip turns, starts and endurance and strength building in the pool.

Saturdays (Beginning on May 24th 10-11:30)

§ 10:00 am-11:30 am (All Age Groups)

§ 1 hr- Swimming

§ ½ hr- Activity

§ Opportunity for older swimmer to get to know younger swimmers

§ Encourage team work.

Allow time for “fun” without adding an additional practice.

A New program at GIGCC this summer!!!! If you have young children who are interested in learning water safety and building their strength in the water this is the perfect group for them! This group is open to children of any age the only requirement is that they MUST BE ABLE to swim across the 12 ft. diving well UNASSISTED. Children will have to opportunity to enhance their skills as well as have a first hand experience of what the GIGCC Devil Ray swim team is all about. This program lasts one month and includes a specially designed Mini Ray t-shirt, and the opportunity to participate in the last home MICSA swim meet of the season. I encourage you to sign up your children for this program, as it will be a great learning experience and more importantly a fun activity to keep them involved with other children during the summer months.

If your child may not be at this level of swimming, I encourage you to review the information below regarding small group, and private swim lessons. We will also be offering a Parent-Tot program this summer, which is a great introduction to the water for your young children. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at whitney@gigcc.com. You may sign up for both of the programs listed below by printing off the signup sheet, or stopping by the front desk at the club.

Sincerely, Whitney Baker

Head Swim Coach/ Swim Lesson Coordinator

Mini Ray Program:

§ This new program will be a beginner group for children who are interested in learning

water safety and building their strength in swimming.

§ This is also a great beginner program for children who are interested in joining the

swim team.

§ Children MUST be able to swim across the diving well.

o Mondays and Wednesdays from 11:15-11:45

o Fridays 10:30-11:15 with the Bronze swim team group to practice swimming full 25 m. lengths. This is optional.*

o Beginning on June 16th and concluding July 14^th

o There will be no Mini-Ray session on Friday, July 4^th.

§ Children have the opportunity to participate in a team swim meet on July 15^th vs. GPHC 3-9pm.

§ Sign Up deadline is June 13th

§ The cost for this group will be $155

o Price of program includes a specially designed Mini-Ray T-shirt

Swim Lessons:

· Private Lessons: Done on a need basis with times that are available to my assistants and me.

§ Charged $20 per ½ hr

§ Usually done with younger kids to familiarize them with the water

§ Done for children who have a fear of the water

§ For swim team members who would like more fundamental work, or need specific attention on stroke technique, flip turns, or starts.

· Group Lessons: (Semi- private lessons.)

§ Will group based on age and skill level.

§ Groups consist of 3-6 kids

§ Charged $15 per ½ hr

§ Plan to run four group session throughout the summer

§ June: 16,18,20,23,25,27 (Mon, Wed, Fri for 2 weeks)

§ July: 7,9,11,14,16,17 (Mon, Wed, Fri 1 week / Mon, Wed, Thurs next week)

§ July/August: 28,30,1,4,6,8 (Mon, Wed, Fri for 2 weeks)

· Each session will be geared towards mastering certain skills to advance to new skills each session.

· Skills/levels to be determined within each group

· $90 per session

Sign Up deadline for the first session is June 6^th.

· Skills/levels to be determined within each group

· $90 per session

Sign Up deadline for the first session is June 6^th.

Pre-School

Level I

Level II

Level III

Basic water adjustment to pool, safety, and games. Swimmers will learn to submerge their faces in the water and

will begin floating.

This level will teach submerging mouth, nose and eyes; floating on front and back. Learning to kick with a kickboard.

¡ This level will teach

swimming above and

underwater; front crawl, and backstroke.

This level will teach deep

water jumping; swimming with rotary breathing; breaststroke, and the butterfly.

Times will be as follows:

¡ Group A: 12:30-1:00

¡ Group B: 1:30-2:00

¡ Group C: 2:30-3:00

¡ Group D: 3:00-3:30

¡ Groups will be designed around the above levels and times will be assigned by instructor.

If you prefer certain children/times please specify on the sign up sheet and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.

Parent & Tot

¡ Children 3 months to 3 years

¡ Water adjustment & Introduction of basic skills with the help of a parent/adult.

¡ One adult must accompany each child in the pool.

¡ Mondays 6:30-7:00 pm

¡ June 25^th— July 23^rd

Cost is $100

Swim Lesson Sign Up

Name:__________________________________ Age__________________

Contact Number:_______________________________________________

Swimming Experience:______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Swimming Skills Mastered:_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What are you looking to achieve from swim lessons?_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Times Available (After 12pm on Mon,Wed, and Fri): ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Preferred Group Members and Ages:_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

(*Please keep in mind that while I am open to suggestions groups are formed based upon age and skill level. Times will be

given based upon need but please understand not everyone can have lessons at first time or group preference. I will do my best to

accommodate everyone. If you are interested in signing up for Parent-Tot please specify on the sheet. )

TENNIS SKILLS AND THRILLS!

FROM THE COURTS:

Sunshine and warmer temperatures indicate that the outdoor tennis season is upon us. There are plenty of activities planned at the tennis courts this summer. On Monday, May 26, Memorial Day, there will be a Tennis Mixer from 9-10:30. All levels of experience are welcome. Come on out and play. Wednesday, May 28, 6-8 pm will be the first Skills & Thrills event. Keith King will be the guest pro on the 28^th. The first hour pro’s will organize drills, court games, and give you tips on your game. The

second hour pro’s will organize Round Robin play. There is a $10 fee. The Junior Kick Off Camp will begin on June 17. If you cannot make each day, just let us know which days you are able to attend. Check the tennis program mailing for details.

The clay hydro courts have been reconditioned, lined, and will be ready for play by Memorial Day. If you have not played on them, please come out and give them a try. They are among the best clay courts in all of Michigan.

We have a new phone at the tennis courts: 734-775-0835.

TENNIS COURT REMINDERS:

· Guest fees, $9

· No denim or swimwear

· Tennis shoes are strongly recommended. Jogging shoes mark the hard courts and cause divots on the clay courts.

· Courts are open daily through daylight hours.

Check in with the attendant when you arrive.

Looking forward to seeing everyone on the courts soon,

John Shade

TENNIS SKILLS AND THRILLS!

Opening Mixer • Monday, May 26

then

Wednesdays • May 28 - June 25

My staff and I will be offering six weeks of “Skills and Thrills” for members of all skill levels. The sessions will include drills, friendly competition, competitive games, refreshments, and dinner in the club house at the end of each session. Our first session will be a Memorial Day Mixer held from 9:00-10:30 am. The remaining sessions will be held on five consecutive Wednesdays from May 28 thru June 25 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Keith King will be our guest pro on May 28. If you do not have a tennis racquet, we will gladly loan you one. If you have never used your tennis courts, take this opportunity to check them out and try something new at your Club!

SUMMER TENNIS

JUNIOR EVENTS

SUMMER KICK OFF - JUNIOR CAMP

JUNE 17-19

> 8 & under 9:00 - 9:45 [fee $40]

>12 & under Noon - 1:00 [fee $43]

>11-16 yrs advanced beginner & intermediate 10:00 - 11:30

>Camp tourney June 22 for the advanced beginner, intermediate group [fee $65]

>Tuesday - cookie day * Wednesday - hot dog day * Thursday - popsicle day

CLINIC SESSION DATES

SESSION 1: June 23 - July 3 (M, W, TH, M. W, TH) [6 lessons /$80]

(all camp and Session 1 participates receive a t-shirt)

SESSION 2: July 7 - July 17 (M, W, TH, M, W, TH) [6 lessons /$72]

SESSION 3: July 21 - July 31 (M, W, TH, M, W, TH) [6 lessons /$72]

SESSION 4: Aug 4 – Aug 7 (M, W, TH) [3 lessons $36]

CLINICS

LITTLE TENNIS 1 & 2 (Program developed by Wilson Racquet Sports and the USPTA)

4-6 & 6-8 yr olds - - 9:00 - 9:45 or 11:00 - 11:45 [$60 fee includes junior racket]

[$45 if child has their own racket]

LEVEL 1

12 & under - - beginner level with little or no tennis experience •

Noon - 1:00 [fee: see session dates]

LEVEL 2

14 & under - - intermediates level • 10:00 - 11:00 class includes practice of all skills

& rules of tennis so children may begin competitive play [fee: see session dates]

LEVEL 3

Wednesday 1:00 - 2:30 & Thursday 1:00 - 2:00 • June 25 - July 30 [fee $135]

This group is for players who have previously been in the lesson program.

Players must be able to sustain a rally, get their serves in consistently, and play

matches using the rules of tennis. Interclub matches will be scheduled.

The season will end with an age group tournament.

DRILL & PLAY

For players 11 yrs & up - Mondays 2:00 - 2:30 • June 23 - July 28 [fee $80]

Players must be able to play and keep score.

ADVANCED DRILL & PRACTICE

For players 14 yrs & up – Wednesdays 2:30 – 4:00 · June 25 – July 30 [fee $80]

If the clinic schedule does not fit your time schedule, please stop by and

we will arrange a clinic and time to fit your schedule.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Junior club Championships, age group play, begins July 14, draws will be posted in the tennis office.

Junior Team Doubles Tournament - TBD

TENNIS SKILLS CHALLENGE - Parent child teams, Family Day Awards - TBD

¡ PRIVATE LESSONS $40 per hour

¡ SEMI-PRIVATE $22 each person

ADULT PLAY

MEMORIAL DAY MIXER: Monday - May 26 • 9:00-10:30

SKILLS & THRILLS: Wednesdays at 6:00-8:00 pm • May 28 thru June 25

[$10 per person].

Come and play!! You do not need a racquet; we will loan you one.

Stay for dinner following in Clubhouse.

TENNIS FOR MOMS: Fridays • 10:30-11:30 • June 20 thru Aug 1

(no lesson July 4) [fee $72 each]

Beginner and advanced beginner

LADIES PM TENNIS LEAGUE:

Thursdays • 6:00 - 7:30 pm • Starting June 26 for 6 weeks

ADULT 3.5 LEVEL & ABOVE PLAY

Mondays • 6:30 - 8:00 pm • Clay Courts • Call for more information.

DRILL & PLAY

Saturdays • 9:00-10:30 & 2:00-2:30 • 3.0 level and above • drills, strategy & play [$15]

Sign-up in advance at the Tennis Office or call.

PERMANENT COURT RESERVATIONS

Call John and reserve your court, for your group, for the summer.

Late cancellation fees will apply (24 hours).

All guest fees $9.00. ). Guest fees apply through October.

Guest chits are available on the Tennis Office door if staff is not present.

RACQUET SERVICE

Wilson racquets and demos are available at the Tennis Shop.

Stringing and grip service available.

Need a partner? Call the Tennis Shop for assistance.

JOHN SHADE, HEAD TENNIS PROFESSIONAL

United States Professional Tennis Association

Wilson Racquet sports Advisory Staff Member

AUDREY SHADE, ASSISTANT PROFESSIONAL

Professional Tennis Registry Member

Wilson Racquet Sports Advisory Staff Member

Guest fees apply

John Shade, USGA TP - Tennis Pro

From the Tennis Pro…….

PERMANENT COURT RESERVATIONS - CALL JOHN & RESERVE YOUR COURT, FOR YOUR GROUP, FOR THE SUMMER, LATE CANCELLATION FEES WILL APPLY (24 HOURS), ALL GUEST FEES $7.00, GUEST FEES APPLY THROUGH OCTOBER. GUEST CHITS ARE AVAILABLE ON THE TENNIS OFFICE DOOR IF STAFF IS NOT PRESENT. To view the Tennis schedule click here.

RACQUET SERVICE

WILSON RACQUETS AND DEMOS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE TENNIS SHOP. STRINGING AND GRIP SERVICE ARE AVAILABLE.

NEED A PARTNER? CALL THE TENNIS SHOP FOR ASSISTANCE.

JOHN SHADE, HEAD TENNIS PROFESSIONAL

UNITED STATES PROFESSIONAL TENNIS ASSOCIATION

WILSON RACQUET SPORTS ADVISORY STAFF MEMBER