News and Announcements

Summer 2024 Registration is Open!

Posted by President Flippers at Mar 11, 2024 7:24PM PDT ( 0 Comments )
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Summer 2024 registration is now open. Please carefully read the details below. All groups will swim at Al Anderson Pool from May-August.

Registration Links:

Little Flippers, Speed Swimming Program, Masters:

https://www.active.com/water-sports/swimming-registrations/langley-flippers-summer-2024

Intro to Competitive:

https://www.active.com/water-sports/swimming-registrations/intro-to-competitive-summer-2024

Little Flippers: $475

For Swimmers ages 5-12 who are just being introduced to the 4 strokes (particularly freestyle and backstroke) and are able to swim one length independently. These groups will have a coach and volunteer in the water with them to support them as they learn. The young swimmers are placed in very small swimmer/coach ratio groups based on their abilities. Please note the minimum requirement differs from our fall/winter maintenance program. Participants must be able to swim 25m unassisted. (Completion of Swimmer 3 recommended)

Option 1: May 10-June 28 5:30-6:00pm, July 2- Aug 14 5:00-5:30pm

Option 2: May 10- June 28 6:00-6:30pm, July 2- Aug 14 5:30-6:00pm

Little Flippers practices will run Monday-Friday. You will choose option 1 or option 2 during registration.

*Assessment swims held on April 28 at the Walnut Grove Community Centre

Speed Swimming Program: $625

For experienced swimmers ages 6-18. Must be able to swim 50 meters continuously and unassisted in freestyle and backstroke and ideally be familiar with all four racing strokes.

May 1-9: Dryland sessions will be run in the park adjacent to Al Anderson Memorial Pool. Schedule to be announced. There will also be a few practices held at the Walnut Grove Pool between May 1-9, before we move to Al Anderson.

April 28 and 30- Assessment Swims at the Walnut Grove Community Centre

May 10- Aug 14- Regular Program

A general schedule can be found on www.langleyflippers.com under the Swimming tab.

Groups and specific practice times will be assigned after the assessment swims. We are unable to accommodate practice time requests.

Masters Program: $525

For those aged 19+ wanting to increase their swimming fitness. Participants must be able to swim 50m continuously and unassisted in freestyle and backstroke and ideally be familiar with all four racing strokes.

Masters: May 10- Aug 14, Monday-Friday 6:00am-7:00am.

Masters- Couples Switch Pass Add On: $100

This pass is a share pass between a couple residing in the same household. Only one person on the pass can attend per practice. At registration: first member will register for Masters. To add the second member, please choose the switch pass add on and complete registration.

Intro to Competitive Swimming Program: $85 per session plus a one time $40 insurance fee

For ages 7-18 who are new to swim club. Participants must be able to swim 1 length of the pool (25m) unassisted in either freestyle or backstroke. Athletes will be introduced to the sport of competitive swimming while improving their technique and endurance.

*Program will run on Mondays and offered in two sessions:

Session 1: May 13, May 27, June 3, June 10, June 17 (7:30-8:30pm)

Session 2: June 24 (7:30-8:30pm), July 8, July 15, July 22, July 29 (4:00-5:00pm)

​Fundraising Requirement:

A fundraising commitment of $300 per family will be collected at the beginning of the season in the form of a cheque post dated August 15, 2024 and will only be cashed if your fundraising minimum requirement is not met. You will have the entire season to raise your deposit amount through various fundraising opportunities.

*Masters and Intro to Competitive swimmers are exempt from this fee.

Payment Schedules:

A $40 insurance/admin fee is due at registration. You will then choose from the following payment schedules:

Payment Option 1: $40 fee at registration, all remaining fees collected on May 3, 2024.

Payment Option 2: $40 fee at registration, first installment: May 3, 2024, second installment: June 3, 2024, final payment: July 2, 2024

Langley Flipper swim caps are available for purchase during registration for $12. There will also be a chance to order custom caps at a later date with a cost of 2 for $40. More information to come.

Questions about registration or the ins and outs of the summer season? Click here:

www.langleyflippers.com/clubs/5848/pages/131929

The cancellation/refund policy can be found on our website under the Info Tab.

*If determined on day 1 that the swimmer will not be able to complete the standard at the coaches discretion, the swimmer will not be able to participate due to safety and liability considerations. A refund minus the $40 insurance/admin fee will be given.

Contact registrar@langleyflippers.com with any questions.

Pub Night May 4, 2024

Posted by Langley Flippers Swim Club at Feb 7, 2024 1:47PM PST ( 0 Comments )
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Join us on Saturday, May 4th, at the Henry Public House in Cloverdale, BC, to come together and raise funds for the Langley Flippers Swim Club. We’ll be raising crucial funding for our programming while having a great time together!

Scan the QR code or Click the Link (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/langley-flippers-2024-pub-night-tickets-824084387587?aff=oddtdtcreator) to purchase your tickets.

Date and Time:
May 4, 2024 @ 6:00pm

Location:
The Henry
5708 176 Street Surrey, BC V3S 4E3

Thank you for Supporting the Langley Flippers!

Flippers online store

Posted by President Flippers at May 20, 2023 7:21PM PDT ( 0 Comments )
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Shop online at our Flippers Store for your team clothing.

https://langleyflippers.square.site/s/shop

Seaside Swim & Sport Shop

Posted by President Flippers at Feb 21, 2023 12:28PM PST ( 0 Comments )
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Hi Flipper Families!

If you are looking for swim gear or bathing suits, please visit the Seaside Swim & Sport Shop located inside the Walnut Grove Community Centre.

8889 Walnut Grove Drive

Mention you are a Langley Flipper Member and you will receive a 15% discount!!

If you would like to shop online, please contact our registrar at langleyflippersregistrar@gmail.com for our discount code.

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2023 FRASER VALLEY REGION SWIM MEET SCHEDULE

  • May 27 – 28 – Mission
  • June 3-4 Haney
  • June 10-11 Aldergrove
  • July 1-2 Langley
  • July 8 – 9 Chilliwack
  • July 15-16 Agassiz
  • August 4 – 6 Regional Meet – Abbotsford
  • August 18 – 20 Provincial Championship Meet: NANAIMO

Please note, can all swimmers in all programs log into your Swimmers Portal to click “attending” or “not attending” for each meet and click “save”.
This information is important for the Coaches to know the swimmers intentions for Meets throughout the Season.

Volunteering at Swim Meets
All families who join the BC Summer Swim Club Association contribute to the success of the program through Volunteerism.

Please find out how you can help to ensure our Club and Region can hold meets for our swimmers. There are tasks for everyone’s ability and availability!