Thank you for Attending Team Beach Day |
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On Saturday, August 29, we had a luncheon at Far Rockaway beach. Thank you to everyone who attended. Rich Bernstein, Nate Freeman, and Sharon Snyder did an hour long open water workout in the surf. Drew Marlar ran 22 miles to the beach from Manhattan. It was a successful team bonding day! |
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Coaches' Coffee: Sunday, September 19
Let's get together again. Please join me for coffee on Sunday, September 19 at 8:30am after morning practice. I hope to see you there. - When: Sunday, September 19 at 8:30am
- Where: Chez Nick (1737 York Ave, New York, NY 10128)
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Important Reminder: Proof of Vaccination Required September 13
Effective immediately, Asphalt Green members, competitive team athletes, program participants, spectators, staff, and visitors ages 12+ are required to have at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine to visit our facilities, indoors and outdoors, effective immediately.
HOW TO SUBMIT PROOF OF VACCINATION - Complete this form before September 13, 2021. If you have not completed the online form on or before tomorrow, September 13, 2021 your access card will be deactivated.
- When you arrive at Asphalt Green, present your member ID* alongside your proof of vaccination to staff members located in the lobby. Acceptable forms of proof include your vaccine card, a photo of your vaccine card, Excelsior, or NYC COVID Safe app.
*Asphalt Green member IDs are required at all times. Replacement cards are available and can be provided at your next visit. |
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Jim McDonnell Lake Swim, Sunday September 26 |
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| Looking for a family friendly weekend to wrap up the summer? Check out the Jim McDonnell Lake Swim on Sunday, September 16 in Reston, Virginia (Lake Audubon, 2070 Twin Branches Road Reston VA 20191 USA). Enjoy a weekend out of the city in wine country and finish open water season at a great race. |
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Upper East Side Fall Schedule Updates
You may have noticed some changes to this fall’s practice schedule. Here’s what you need to know: - We have more practice time than we did pre-pandemic.
- We now have 18 practices versus 15 per week in 2019 and 19 hours total practice over 17!
- Early morning weekday practices start at 5:30am instead of 5:45am.
- We split morning practices on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays so you can swim at 5:30am or 6:30am (6am and 7am on Saturdays).
These changes reflect feedback from Masters’ surveys. Did you know that 75% of you requested split morning practices to alleviate overcrowding in the pool? We’ve added three days a week and are looking into adding more split practices in the future. The new schedule allows us to efficiently reconfigure the pool post-practice. It also allows us to better allocate swim time and resources, including coaches and lifeguards, for both our team as well as the other groups that share the pool, including Waterproofing, Asphalt Green’s free learn-to swim program. We hope you take advantage of the increased flexibility with this season’s schedule. Welcome back for another great swim season! |
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Lane and Practice Etiquette
- Full capacity and no reservations: We ask for patience and cooperation in maintaining proper spacing at practice, especially now that we are operating at full capacity. Please note that you might not always be in the same lane each practice.
- Welcome new swimmers: Please be welcoming and courteous to all new Masters swimmers.
- Workouts: Please participate in the assigned workouts during practice.
Team Unify Account Access – If you are having trouble accessing your TeamUnify account, please reach out to Coach John directly at jbeck@asphaltgreen.org. |
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REMINDER: Masks are required for all visitors in all common areas at Asphalt Green, including lobbies, stairways, elevators, and locker rooms. Thank you for your cooperation. |
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| Asphalt Green has helped thousands of children stay active through free programs in schoolyards, gymnasiums, and pools across New York City. Today, the organization is focused on providing a critical mental and physical outlet for kids in a socially distant world.
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