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Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I begin?
Want to Participate?
Just register here and join us! You can now create and manage your own personal page, share your photos, goals and get sponsors.
Want to sponsor a swimmer? Click here for details.
If you have further questions, please contact Lisa Bruskin at [email protected].
2. What is the swim relay?
This is a 24 hour continous swim. Each swimmer is alloted 30 minutes per lane beginning 7pm on Saturday, Nov. 7 and continue through 7pm Sunday, Nov. 8, 2015. Any stroke at any speed is allowed. Each swimmer may sign up for additional 30 minute slots. There will also be time allotted for non-swimmers and/or children who wish to participate.
3. What does pledging to the Swim Relay mean?
By committing to swim in this event, and pledging to raise money for its success, you are helping the Y Aquatics programming to thrive with much needed repairs and renovations.
4. How can my sponsors submit payment?
Online contributions can be made by credit card on the swimmer's personalized page found on our website. Just make sure to tell your sponsors to select your name from the list of participants.
5. I am concerned that I might not be able to raise the required funds. Will I be able to do it?
Even if you've never raised money before, our materials and strategies will make it easy for you to solicit and collect sponsorships from friends, family, colleagues, neighbors, and others. Experience has shown that it is not only possible, but enjoyable, to set and reach your goals. Please refer to the sample letters found on your personal fundraising page center, that explains the relay and you will be surprised to see how quickly friends, family, and co-workers will respond to your request to help this wonderful cause. Just remember to make it personal as well, as you want them to know that they are sponsoring YOU and YOUR efforts!
6. Is the Swim Relay only for advanced swimmers?
No! The Swim Relay is designed for all those who love the water. As long as you can swim the length of the pool without floatation devices you may participate. There will be non lap swim time to participate (TBA)
In addition to the Relay, the Swim will provide snacks during the event and provide a healthy buffet after the event. This will take place Sunday, Nov. 8, from 7:30pm - 9pm. (Location TBA)
7. Does each swimmer get their own lap lane?
Yes. Only for their scheduled swim time.
8. I have never Swam in a Relay. Will there be any prior swim lessons??
We will not have 'practice' scheduled swims. However, feel free to see one of our Aquatics Staff for some training tips or take some group lessons prior to this event at a discounted rate*)
9. Is there a refund/exchange policy?
The swim relay registration fee is not refundable...If a donation was made accidentally or for the wrong amount, simply make us aware of the issue and we will be happy to make any necessary refunds, changes or corrections.
10. Is parking available?
Yes. There will be sufficent parking here at the Y. *Please conatct Felicha Bennett to discuss discounted group swim lessons; [email protected] |