Master Swimming
The Master Swimming program will accommodate participants swimming for personal fitness, triathlon training, and Masters competition.
This is not LEARN-TO-SWIM program
Master Swimming Includes
- Aerobic & anaerobic sets
- Proper warm-up, cooldown & stretching
- Timed effort swims
- Stroke technique, drill work & biomechanical feedback
- Gradually increasing intensity over time
- Workouts range from 2000 to 3500 meters per session (2-3 coached workouts)
Required
- Must be able to swim 1000 meters in an hour
- Must be proficient in 2–3 competitive strokes
- Not suitable for beginners or those learning to swim
- Members only
Note:
This program is for Carleton members only (Staff/Faculty, Students, and Community members in All-Inclusive, Morning, Senior Ravens, or Swim-Only categories).
Age
- Masters program generally geared toward adults
- 14 years and up (for drop-in swims) – if you’re not enrolled in the Master’s program
Dates & Times
Fall Term
No sessions
On Monday October 13th
If you want to be in the Early Birds Group
Groups | Days | Dates | Times | # of Sessions Included | Cost |
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Early Birds Group #1 | Mon, Wed, & Fri | Sept 3 – Dec 19 | 7:35 – 8:35am | 46 | $210 + HST |
Early Birds Group #2 | Mon, Wed, & Fri | Sept 3 – Dec 19 | 8:40 – 9:40 am | 46 | $210 + HST |
Early Birds Group #3 | Saturdays | Sept 6 – Dec 20 | 8:15 – 9:25 am | 16 | $106 + HST |
If you want to be in the White Caps Group
Groups | Days | Dates | Times | # of Sessions Included | Cost |
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Whitecaps Group #1 | Mon, Tues, & Thurs | Sept 2 – Dec 18 | 6:00 – 7:10pm | 46 | $227 + HST |
Whitecaps Group #2 | Mon, Tues, & Thurs | Sept 2 – Dec 18 | 7:15 – 8:15pm | 46 | $210 + HST |
Winter Term
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Spring Term
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Summer Term
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Location
- Pool – Carleton Athletics
Important Notes
Master’s Drop-In Swim Workout Sessions
Join us for extra coached swim workouts at the end of the winter term
- Drop-In Fee: $7.00 per swimmer
- Master’s swimmers may bring a friend or family member (14+)
- Non-members must be accompanied by a current Master’s swimmer
- Payment: At the Welcome Centre on arrival. Show receipt to coach on deck.
- Bring your membership ID for check-in at the Welcome Centre Desk (Alumni Hall).
- Please check-in/swipe-thru at the Welcome Centre Desk in Alumni Hall. Please arrive (10-15) minutes before the start of your swim.
- Showers are available in each main locker room for brief usage, and lockers are available for daily usage.
To see membership, go to the general membership/passes page
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