Thursday, January 30, 2025

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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

Cannonvale Cannons Come Make A Splash

The Cannonvale Swim Centre, located at the Cannonvale State School swimming pool provides a variety of programs designed to cater to swimmers of all abilities. Whether you're looking to improve your technique, get fit, or simply have fun, there's something for everyone.
The training sessions focus on fitness for all swimming strokes, and swimmers can also enjoy meeting new people and having fun in the water. Senior swimmers particularly enjoy a game or two of water polo on Friday afternoons, this is a great way to combine fitness and socialising.
For adults, the Cannonvale Swim Centre offers tailored training sessions led by qualified coaches. These coaches design personalised programs to meet the varying needs, goals, and abilities of each swimmer, whether you’re looking to improve your fitness, train for a triathlon, or learn to swim.
In addition to regular training, the centre also offers Aqua Classes on Saturday mornings and Tuesday evenings, providing an effective and enjoyable low-impact workout.
The Cannonvale Cannons Swimming Club has been an integral part of the community for almost 30 years, offering a family-friendly environment where swimmers of all ages and abilities are encouraged to achieve their best.
The club promotes a healthy learning environment, where inclusion and support are key aspects of teaching and training.
The Cannonvale Swim Centre offers a variety of lessons to cater to different abilities, including private lessons and small group sessions. The staff is supportive and encouraging, adjusting programs to meet individual needs and ensuring an inclusive environment for all swimmers.
Swimming offers numerous physical, mental, and social benefits. It’s a low-impact sport, making it suitable for all ages and fitness levels, while also building strength, toning muscles, improving cardiovascular fitness, and enhancing flexibility. Swimmers also experience better coordination, balance, and posture.
Beyond the physical, swimming helps improve cognitive skills, boost confidence, and promote better mental health. It’s also a wonderful way to socialise and build friendships through teamwork.
The coaching team at Cannonvale Swim Centre is highly experienced. Head coaches Mark Erickson and Ken Crittenden have been coaching at Cannonvale for nearly 30 years and have trained swimmers who’ve qualified for both the Queensland and Australian Age Swimming Championships.
While they’ve worked with competitive swimmers, they also take great pride in helping swimmers of all levels reach their goals and enjoy the sport. Giselle Burton, who coordinates the Learn to Swim program, also plays a vital role in the Cannonvale Cannons Swimming Club, serving as Club Secretary.
The Cannonvale Swim Centre operates year-round, with training sessions and activities available before and after school and on weekends. The Cannonvale Cannons Swimming Club holds Club Nights and carnivals from August to April, and new swimmers and their families are always welcome to join in. Club Nights take place on Wednesday evenings at 5 pm, providing a fun and competitive environment for all.
The Swim Centre also works in close partnership with the school, providing lessons during the day, while also offering activities before and after school and on weekends.
For more information, you can visit the Cannonvale Swim Centre and Cannonvale Cannons Swimming Club websites or check out their Facebook pages. Alternatively, you can contact Mark Erickson directly at 0420 237 759 or via email at swimboy62@hotmail.com.

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