Since our reopening due to the pandemic, we have changed the class structure of our children’s learn to swim programs here at Excel Aquatics. These changes came after a great deal of research and thought as to how we could best safely and effectively reopen and teach children between the ages of 3-13 years the…
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Olympic Trials Swimming Preview
Once every 4 years, swimming garners some legitimate attention in the sports world, starting with trials and going through the Olympic games. With Wave II of the United States Olympic Trials for swimming scheduled to kick off tomorrow, I thought it would once again be appropriate to put out a little preview/predictions on what could end up being the most unpredictable trials in at least the last 30 years.
Our Backyard Swim Lessons Summer Program
For the past 7 summers, Excel Aquatics has been able to offer backyard swim lessons to families in the Capital Region. 2021 will officially be our 8th year offering the program, and we couldn’t be more excited!
Stroke count and its value in Swim Training
Understanding stroke count and its relationship with swimming is key to properly using it as a tool in your Freestyle training!
Triathlon Swim Practices Resource!
With swimming pools beginning to reopen in the Capital District, and open swim times becoming more and more frequency, we here at Excel Aquatics feel that it is important to provide swimmers with some direction as they kick start their indoor pool training!
September 2020 BellyFlop Newsletter
Find out news and updates regarding our learn to swim and triathlon swim programs for Excel Aquatics in our September newsletter!
July 2020 BellyFlop Newsletter
At this time, we are aiming to resume our on site classes on limited basis beginning in September. While all of the pools that we rent are currently still closed, we will send announcements out as each facility determines their reopening dates.
Planning for Program Safety!
As pools are beginning to reopen in the Upstate NY area, Excel Aquatics has been planning the relaunch of our swim programs in the Capital District!
June 2020 BellyFlop Newsletter
Check out our newest edition of the monthly BellyFlop, with program updates for backyard swim lessons and private coaching!
Summer Water Safety
Here are 5 tips that Excel Aquatics recommends all swimmers and family members (from beginner to competitive) all follow to remain safe this Summer!