23/01/17 – Look but Don’t Touch…

I never understood why people still go to art galleries now that you can view the very same images on the internet.  I mean, what’s the point, it’s not like you can touch the paintings…

Another short fill-in blog this morning. Gorgeous morning and 22.2 degrees in the water. Unfortunately, lots of Blue bottles.
Look but don’t swim?

(Click photos to enlarge…)

Kind Regards,
Andrew ‘Magichands’ Maher

Gentle, Light Touch Chiropractic Manly – for VIP Bold & Beautiful Swimmers 

Stats:
Swimmers: They came, they saw, and many didn’t swim…
Newbies: 3
Water temp: 22.2

Special dates

• Swim coaching – see below
• January 26^th– Australia Day – B&B will be having a ceremony at 7am followed by the swim.  It is usual that we have a large increase in swimming numbers so if regulars could act “sheepdog” like and ensure that all swimmers stay safe on the swim.
• January 27^th– National Nippers Carnival at Manly – we will be swimming from Shelly to the point and then back as Manly beach will be busy, early with set up and the Manly LSC have asked for our cooperation.
• January 28^th– Manly Carnival – same as above starting at Shelly and returning to there.
• February 5^th– Cole Classic – we will expect to start once again from Shelly and return there.
• Manly LSC have asked forvolunteers from B&B to assist on any and all of the 27^th, 28^th and 5^th   They are looking for help from individuals or groups who can assist with things like the BBQ, merchandising, booking people in, helping with storage of clothing etc.  If you would like to help with or without friends please send an email to volunteer@manlylsc.com or talk to management and we can point you in the right direction.  Please help if you can as they appreciated the assistance given last year and we would like to support the club.

Being a volunteer is bound to make you happy. DO IT!

Pacific Jules Swim coach

Join Pacific Jules coach Sarah Anne for an hour in the ocean and learn to swim with less fight and more speed!  Our series of workshops will teach you key essential skills ensuring your stroke is efficient, powerful, fluid, and fast!

1. Efficiency and Alignment – Happened yesterday, you missed it..

The basics of all good swim technique starts with how you are aligned in the water. Is your body causing unnecessary drag? Are you wasting energy with poor balance?  This hour will focus on putting you in the most efficient position you can be, and start you feeling the necessity of being ‘unbalanced but stable’ in the water.

2. Propulsion and Power – Saturday 11 March 9-10am

There are some key areas for power in your stroke, but they may not be where you think!  Many swimmers use their arms and legs incorrectly when swimming, chewing up energy and causing unnecessary splash and resistance.  Swimming should be a whole body experience, timing is everything, and you need to ensure you are working with the water and not against it. The H2O will always win!

3. Breath Easy- Saturday 6 May 9-10am

One of the most common issues we here from swimmers is around breathing.  But, there are some key elements to your body alignment, position, and breath management that need to be in place before you even think about turning your head towards the air.  Join us for an hour in the water where we focus purely on the essentials skills for breathing with more ease, and flow.

4. Open Water Specifics – Saturday 8 July 9-10am

This is a high energy session for the end of our series! Adapting your stroke for open water is essential if you want to swim in the ocean, or compete in swimming events.  Learn some key changes that need to be in place, how to sight, how to enter and exit the water, buoy turns, and how to conserve energy in the swim by utilising those around you!

What to bring: swim suit, cap, goggles, wetsuit, water and money for a hot cuppa afterwards!

Cost = $25 per workshop or book in for all 4 workshops in the series for $79

Limited to just 10 people so please book in early to avoid disappointment.

Please email Sarah Anne directly to book on info@pacificjules.com.au or call 0420 923 067 for more info.

New B&B Budgy Smugglers – HERE NOW

The new B&B Budgy Smugglers are now available on line from the Budgy Smuggler website. Remember, part of the profit from the sale of our swimwear range goes to the Royal Far West. Here’s where to go to order them:

Mens: http://budgysmuggler.com.au/mens-swimwear/bold-and-beautiful.html

Womens Bottoms: http://budgysmuggler.com.au/womens-swimwear/bold-and-beautiful-bottoms.html

Womens Sports Tops: http://budgysmuggler.com.au/womens-swimwear/bold-and-beautiful-sports-top.html

Womens one-piece swimmers will be available in January.

Budgy Smuggler creates 100% Australian made swimwear.

Available for Men, Women and Kids – it’s the perfect stocking filler this Christmas!

Shop at: www.budgysmuggler.com.au

Staying safe

Remember that there are no badges for scaring yourself silly! While it is great to extend your boundaries, it is important to know your limits.  Also, if you have a bit more experience, keep an eye out for new swimmers who might need company. Do read these excellent tips on staying safe in the surf. To read, or even download, click here.