A. The registration packet for the 2024 - 2025 season can be found here
Q. How do I register using the RAMP Interactive system
A.
Navigate to the registration page and select the package that your swimmer will sign up for
You will be taken to a page to create a new account
Create a username and password
Fill out participant information (This will be saved so you won't need to re-enter the information again)
Pay CAS membership fees
Read all waivers and sign
Add parent/guardian information
Pay KDASC membership fees
Choose volunteer options
Complete your registration
If you have any questions or issues with the registration system, email the registrar at [email protected]
Q. What time should I arrive at the pool?
A. Please arriveno earlier than 10 minutes before your practice starts. This is a rule imposed by the YMCA/H2O Centre as part of its COVID-19 safety plan. The complete set ofpoolrules is included at the end of this document. Ourclub has access to the changing rooms and showers 10 minutes before the club practice time starts. Consider coming to practice wearing your swimsuit to limit your time in the changing rooms.
Q. What are the qualifications to join the AquaGO! program?
A. To participate in the AquaGO! program, your child will need to be 5 years of age or older, be able to support themselves in the water, and ideally be able to swim 25m (1 length of the pool)
Q. I'm A new AquaGO! swimmer -- what do I need to bring to the first practice?
A. We are excited to meet you! Please wear your swimsuit and bringa yoga mat,pool noodle, water bottle, goggles, nose clips,a swim cap,and a towel.If this is your first time in a Dolphins program, wewill give you a Dolphins swim cap at your first practice, for you touse andkeep.Please ensure your goggles are adjusted to fit before arriving at the pool and that your nose clip is out of the package and ready to go.
Q. Why are fees the same every month but the number of practices varies across months?
A. Swim club fees are used to cover the costs of pool rental, coaches’ wages, and registration and insurance with BC Artistic Swimming. We calculate the full cost of your programanddivide it by the number of months in your session rather than charging differentrates each month.Swim club fees are due on the 1stof each month.
Q. How much is the volunteer deposit?
A. The volunteer deposit is $200 per year for Competitive swimmers and $100 per year for Masters recreational swimmers. The difference in the amount is due to Masters recreational swimmers only participating in one event per year.
Q. What counts towards volunteer hours?
A. Volunteering can encompass a lot of tasks and roles. Any time that you have a minute to lend a helping hand, let us know and we can find something that works for you. Here are some examples:
Organize or participate in a fundraiser
Volunteer at one of our events or competitions
Serve on the Kelowna Dolphins executive committee
Sell event tickets
Donate cans and bottles at the bottle depot
Help with travel plans and coordination
Post updates to Facebook or Instagram
Assist with writing grants for the club
Organizing and distributing club clothing
Updating the team website
Write the team newsletter
Bring food to an event or competition
Create a team flyer
Requesting and collecting donations from businesses for a fundraising event
Q. Which swim level does my child need to have completed to join the Dolphins?
A. Children must have completed YMCA Star Level 1 or higher (equivalent to Swim Level 5) to participate in the Dolphins swim program.
Q. What program should I register my child in if they have never tried artistic swimming?
A. If your child has never experienced the magic of artistic swimming before, Aqua-Go is the perfect starting point. This program is tailored for beginners, offering a fun and supportive environment where your child can learn the basics of artistic swimming, build confidence in the water, and develop essential aquatic skills.
Q. Can I try artistic swimming?
A. Several times a year, we host try it days where anyone interested in the sport can come to the pool and try artistic swimming. We typically announce these on the website and social media so keep an eye out! Like us on Facebook and Instagram for team updates.