SwimmingNewZ May 07
Day in history – >From 20th May to 28th October the 1900 Olympics were held in Paris – spread over 5 months.
1. SwimSure
Absolute Insurance, corporate sponsors of SNZ, have just launched their SwimSure Club Fundraising program. This program is designed to help Clubs raise funds in the most painless way possible. “We have worked hard over the past few months to make the process as simple as possible for busy people†said Jaynie Hudgell (nee Parkhouse), Director of Absolute Insurance.
"This is a fantastic programme that provides swimming clubs with the opportunity to raise critical funding. Absolute Insurance are a credible company with strong values and we are delighted to be associated with them and proud to endorse this exciting initiative" Paul Veric, CEO of SNZ.
To find out more about this fantastic program, go to www.swimsure.co.nz and register today.
2. 2007 School of Coaching enrolment forms available now
Enrolments are now being taken for the SNZ 2007 School of Coaching…
It is that time of year again where you all need to think about updating your qualification and challenging your professional development and what better way to do this than attending the SNZ 2007 School of Coaching. ALL of the SNZ teaching and coaching qualifications are available at one venue – Epsom Girls Grammar in Auckland from 28th September to 7th October.
For an outline, specific course and enrolment form visit the SNZ website here.
Two new modules at Assistant Swim Coach Award level will be launched at the 2007 School of Coaching. These modules are intended for coaches taking groups of young athletes 8-14 years who have between 1 and 4 years training experience. The new modules are intended to support coaches who are in small programmes or clubs and/or those who have limited or no support available from age group or senior coach with the knowledge, experience and time to mentor coach development.
3. Open Water Advisory Committee Swimming Appointments
The following people have been appointed on the SNZ Open Water Advisory Committee
· Carl Gordon
· Philip Rush
· John West
· Dave Beattie
The purpose of this committee is to assist SNZ with its operations of Open Water Swimming.
4. SNZ AWARDS
The 2006/2007 SNZ Awards and Trophies are now detailed on the SNZ website. Congratulations to all the individuals, clubs and regions who won SNZ Awards.
· For Age Group Trophies and Awards see here
· For Division II Awards see here
· For International and Youth and Open Trophies and Awards see here
5. Quality Swim School (QSS) Forum at NZSCAT
On Friday May 25th the first Quality Swim School Forum is to be held at the New Zealand Swim Coaches and Teachers Conference in Wellington. This will be an opportunity for all Quality Swim Schools to influence the maintenance and improvement of the standards and services through feedback and discussion. This process will serve as an annual review of the initiative as well as set the path for next years membership and future direction and sustainability of a very well received initiative. Find out more and how to join by clicking here
6. University Games Team nominated to University Sport NZ
The swimmers and coaches that have been nominated to University Sport NZ for the World University Games are
Head Coach Jan Cameron
Assistant Coach Thomas Ansorg
Donna Bouzaid
Manager Mark Saunders
Men
· Mark Herring (West Auckland Aquatics)
· Corney Swanepoel (North Shore)
· Andrew McMillan (Neptune)
· Moss Burmester (North Shore)
· Robert Voss (North Shore)
· Bryn Murphy (Waves)
· John Zulch (North Shore)
· Cameron Stanley (North Shore)
· Glenn Snyders (North Shore)
· Michael Jack (West Auckland Aquatics)
Female
· Lauren Boyle (West Auckland Aquatics)
· Te Rina Taite (Jasi)
· Helen Norfolk (North Shore)
· Elizabeth Coster (North Shore)
· Melissa Ingram (North Shore)
· Sarah Vettoretti (West Auckland Aquatics)
· Kelly Bentley (Capital)
· Georgina Toomey (West Auckland Aquatics)
7. Active Movement in Water in Florida!
The 9th International World Aquatic Babies Conference (WABC) has invited Swimming New Zealand’s National Education Manager to show-case the Active Movement in Water initiative and resources which is targeted towards the teachers, parents and caregivers of early childhood. For more information about the 9th international World Aquatic Babies Conference, to be held on October 21, 22, & 23, 2007 - St. Petersburg, Florida (USA), click here . The public resources and workshop opportunities being offered nation-wide to large and small groups associated with early childhood can be arranged by contacting your SNZ Regional Education Manager, these are detailed here on the SNZ website.
8. Trans Tasman Tri-Series Coach announcements
Coaches for the Trans Tasman Tri-Series have now been confirmed, Congratulations to the coaches. The full team can be found here.
· Horst Meihe (Howick Pakuranga)
· Simon Mayne (West Auckland Aquatics)
· Dan Feisst (North shore) NZSCAT supernumerary nomination
9. Sir Peter Blake Leadership Awards
Nominations for the Sir Peter Blake Leadership Awards close 31st May. Nominations can be made at the Sir Peter Blake Website here www.sirpeterblaketrust.org Please note these leadership awards recognise leaders not just from the traditional areas of business and sport, but all areas including environment, non-profit, economic, political, cultural etc.
10. Results Awards
Three years ago SNZ implemented an innovative Results Awards scheme for Athletes and Coaches. The initiative has proven very successful for many reasons having given out over $350 000 to athletes and coaches over the past three years. This initiative has been heavily supported/subsidised by the members and SNZ. For a report on this initiative and annual financial breakdown visit the SNZ website here.
11. Newly Up-dated NZCST for Early Childhood NOW AVAILABLE!
Swimming New Zealand has updated the New Zealand Certificate in Swim Teaching Modules for Early childhood. The new Two-day course supports on going ‘on the job’ learning, assignments and assessments. The fundamental principles philosophies and key messages within this qualification are founded on a vision of “Every New Zealander swimming to their potential†and include:
· A child centred approach
· Parent/caregiver/instructor role modelling active participation
· An early disposition for activity leading to a healthy lifestyle
· Sequential, age and stage appropriate development of aquatic skills, attitudes and knowledge
· Developing fundamental movement skills during critical periods Under 6 years
and guided by the 4 principles within the NZ Early childhood curriculum; Holistic Development, Empowerment, Family and Community, and Relationships.
For more information click here.
12. Courses and Development Pathway for Instructors
Education Courses, clinics and workshops available for your teachers and coaches are in full swing. Arrange for your updating during the autumn and winter so you are all ready and motivated for the start of the next summer season! Click here for details of course dates.
Swimming New Zealand offers instructors and coaches of swimming an exciting array of courses to challenge your specific skill level and to promote professional development. Click here to view our ‘revised’ qualification pathway.
13. AMP Scholarships
The AMP Scholarship Programme rewards those with courage, passion, determination and commitment – those who aspire to live life to the full. They must not only have the ability, but also the ambition to achieve their chosen goal no matter what obstacles may be in their path. This year 12 AMP Scholarships of up to $10,000 will be awarded and a further fund of $80,000 will be shared amongst those who are selected as AMP Premium Scholarship winners. You may be able to apply to receive support for a sporting goal. Applications are now open, to apply you must be a NZ citizen or permanent resident. Visit the AMP website and complete the applications form online at www.amp.co.nz Be sure to read the terms and conditions carefully. Applications close 30th June.
1. SwimSure
Absolute Insurance, corporate sponsors of SNZ, have just launched their SwimSure Club Fundraising program. This program is designed to help Clubs raise funds in the most painless way possible. “We have worked hard over the past few months to make the process as simple as possible for busy people†said Jaynie Hudgell (nee Parkhouse), Director of Absolute Insurance.
"This is a fantastic programme that provides swimming clubs with the opportunity to raise critical funding. Absolute Insurance are a credible company with strong values and we are delighted to be associated with them and proud to endorse this exciting initiative" Paul Veric, CEO of SNZ.
To find out more about this fantastic program, go to www.swimsure.co.nz and register today.
2. 2007 School of Coaching enrolment forms available now
Enrolments are now being taken for the SNZ 2007 School of Coaching…
It is that time of year again where you all need to think about updating your qualification and challenging your professional development and what better way to do this than attending the SNZ 2007 School of Coaching. ALL of the SNZ teaching and coaching qualifications are available at one venue – Epsom Girls Grammar in Auckland from 28th September to 7th October.
For an outline, specific course and enrolment form visit the SNZ website here.
Two new modules at Assistant Swim Coach Award level will be launched at the 2007 School of Coaching. These modules are intended for coaches taking groups of young athletes 8-14 years who have between 1 and 4 years training experience. The new modules are intended to support coaches who are in small programmes or clubs and/or those who have limited or no support available from age group or senior coach with the knowledge, experience and time to mentor coach development.
3. Open Water Advisory Committee Swimming Appointments
The following people have been appointed on the SNZ Open Water Advisory Committee
· Carl Gordon
· Philip Rush
· John West
· Dave Beattie
The purpose of this committee is to assist SNZ with its operations of Open Water Swimming.
4. SNZ AWARDS
The 2006/2007 SNZ Awards and Trophies are now detailed on the SNZ website. Congratulations to all the individuals, clubs and regions who won SNZ Awards.
· For Age Group Trophies and Awards see here
· For Division II Awards see here
· For International and Youth and Open Trophies and Awards see here
5. Quality Swim School (QSS) Forum at NZSCAT
On Friday May 25th the first Quality Swim School Forum is to be held at the New Zealand Swim Coaches and Teachers Conference in Wellington. This will be an opportunity for all Quality Swim Schools to influence the maintenance and improvement of the standards and services through feedback and discussion. This process will serve as an annual review of the initiative as well as set the path for next years membership and future direction and sustainability of a very well received initiative. Find out more and how to join by clicking here
6. University Games Team nominated to University Sport NZ
The swimmers and coaches that have been nominated to University Sport NZ for the World University Games are
Head Coach Jan Cameron
Assistant Coach Thomas Ansorg
Donna Bouzaid
Manager Mark Saunders
Men
· Mark Herring (West Auckland Aquatics)
· Corney Swanepoel (North Shore)
· Andrew McMillan (Neptune)
· Moss Burmester (North Shore)
· Robert Voss (North Shore)
· Bryn Murphy (Waves)
· John Zulch (North Shore)
· Cameron Stanley (North Shore)
· Glenn Snyders (North Shore)
· Michael Jack (West Auckland Aquatics)
Female
· Lauren Boyle (West Auckland Aquatics)
· Te Rina Taite (Jasi)
· Helen Norfolk (North Shore)
· Elizabeth Coster (North Shore)
· Melissa Ingram (North Shore)
· Sarah Vettoretti (West Auckland Aquatics)
· Kelly Bentley (Capital)
· Georgina Toomey (West Auckland Aquatics)
7. Active Movement in Water in Florida!
The 9th International World Aquatic Babies Conference (WABC) has invited Swimming New Zealand’s National Education Manager to show-case the Active Movement in Water initiative and resources which is targeted towards the teachers, parents and caregivers of early childhood. For more information about the 9th international World Aquatic Babies Conference, to be held on October 21, 22, & 23, 2007 - St. Petersburg, Florida (USA), click here . The public resources and workshop opportunities being offered nation-wide to large and small groups associated with early childhood can be arranged by contacting your SNZ Regional Education Manager, these are detailed here on the SNZ website.
8. Trans Tasman Tri-Series Coach announcements
Coaches for the Trans Tasman Tri-Series have now been confirmed, Congratulations to the coaches. The full team can be found here.
· Horst Meihe (Howick Pakuranga)
· Simon Mayne (West Auckland Aquatics)
· Dan Feisst (North shore) NZSCAT supernumerary nomination
9. Sir Peter Blake Leadership Awards
Nominations for the Sir Peter Blake Leadership Awards close 31st May. Nominations can be made at the Sir Peter Blake Website here www.sirpeterblaketrust.org Please note these leadership awards recognise leaders not just from the traditional areas of business and sport, but all areas including environment, non-profit, economic, political, cultural etc.
10. Results Awards
Three years ago SNZ implemented an innovative Results Awards scheme for Athletes and Coaches. The initiative has proven very successful for many reasons having given out over $350 000 to athletes and coaches over the past three years. This initiative has been heavily supported/subsidised by the members and SNZ. For a report on this initiative and annual financial breakdown visit the SNZ website here.
11. Newly Up-dated NZCST for Early Childhood NOW AVAILABLE!
Swimming New Zealand has updated the New Zealand Certificate in Swim Teaching Modules for Early childhood. The new Two-day course supports on going ‘on the job’ learning, assignments and assessments. The fundamental principles philosophies and key messages within this qualification are founded on a vision of “Every New Zealander swimming to their potential†and include:
· A child centred approach
· Parent/caregiver/instructor role modelling active participation
· An early disposition for activity leading to a healthy lifestyle
· Sequential, age and stage appropriate development of aquatic skills, attitudes and knowledge
· Developing fundamental movement skills during critical periods Under 6 years
and guided by the 4 principles within the NZ Early childhood curriculum; Holistic Development, Empowerment, Family and Community, and Relationships.
For more information click here.
12. Courses and Development Pathway for Instructors
Education Courses, clinics and workshops available for your teachers and coaches are in full swing. Arrange for your updating during the autumn and winter so you are all ready and motivated for the start of the next summer season! Click here for details of course dates.
Swimming New Zealand offers instructors and coaches of swimming an exciting array of courses to challenge your specific skill level and to promote professional development. Click here to view our ‘revised’ qualification pathway.
13. AMP Scholarships
The AMP Scholarship Programme rewards those with courage, passion, determination and commitment – those who aspire to live life to the full. They must not only have the ability, but also the ambition to achieve their chosen goal no matter what obstacles may be in their path. This year 12 AMP Scholarships of up to $10,000 will be awarded and a further fund of $80,000 will be shared amongst those who are selected as AMP Premium Scholarship winners. You may be able to apply to receive support for a sporting goal. Applications are now open, to apply you must be a NZ citizen or permanent resident. Visit the AMP website and complete the applications form online at www.amp.co.nz Be sure to read the terms and conditions carefully. Applications close 30th June.