[Awclist] Family Day at the Rio Rancho Aquatics Center

[Kelly Gossett]

All,
The Rio Rancho Aquatics Center has agreed to rent me the pool for a 'Family Day' on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2009 from 10am to noon.  Since many are unable to bring their kids to either Los Altos or Rio Rancho on a week night, I'd like to extend this invitation to paddlers of all ages to meet other families, get the little ones in a boat for the first time, and, time permitting, play a few kayak games. 
 
One of the hardest parts about teaching is getting someone in a boat for the first time. Kids are no different. Once we get them in the boat, I am certain we can make it fun, entertaining and educational, and they'll want to try it again and again. 
 
At this point, I only have access to 4 lanes. The remaining 4 lanes will depend on whether the dive-coach will have practice that morning.  If not, we may have more lanes.
 
Going forward, I'd like to do these 'family days' at least quarterly, if not more frequent, and alternate between Albuquerque and Rio Rancho. I'll try to arrange this with both pool managers after they recreate their winter/spring schedules.
 
The price will be $5/person. Kids and adult boats will be available upon request. While the event is open to anyone, the emphasis should be on uniting families, and creating an opportunity for kids to paddle. All other paddlers, given the space limitations, should consider attending the Los Altos or Rio Rancho week-day sessions. 
 
If you think you and your family would like to attend, or you need a boat for you or your kids, please send me a brief email, so I can keep a general headcount. 
 
Directions to the Rio Rancho Aquatics Center can be found on this link:
http://www.ci.rio-rancho.nm.us/index.asp?nid=967
 
Happy Holidays to you all,
Kelly
505-217-2187


      
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