GO FOR A BIG SWIM

SAVE THE DATE! The Big Swim 2009 will take place on Saturday, April 25.

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The Big Swim on Saturday, April 25, 2009 is a one-of-a-kind open swim meet where 1,000 New York City children ages 6-16 participate in a FREE day of competitive swim races. Each child experiences the excitement of a real race with starting blocks, officials, and a timed finish--all under the close supervision of trained lifeguards and aquatic staff. Every child is a winner, taking home a medal, t-shirt, goody bag and memories of this exhilarating, unique day. The AquaCenter is buzzing with parents, swimmers, and volunteers--over 3,000 guests--during this popular event.

Hosted by triple gold medalist Rowdy Gaines and Canadian Olympian Nikki Dryden, the Meet will feature Olympic diving exhibitions and swimming demonstrations. Olympic swimmers and elite athletes attending this year include Nikki Dryden, Rowdy Gaines, Bryan Gillooly, Kendra Zanotto, and our own Kostya Petrov (list in formation). Stay Tuned for more updates!

To participate, you may register online or, download and complete this application form and return it to Asphalt Green by April 15, 2009.

Register Online
Download a 2009 Big Swim registration form (PDF)

Fax: 212.722.1701
Mailing Address:
Asphalt Green - The Big Swim
555 East 90th Street
New York, NY 10128

For more information, call the Big Swim Hotline at 1.888.9.SWIMNY (794669)

Volunteer for The Big Swim

You don't have to swim to be a part of the Big Swim! We also need volunteers to help run the event. There are three shifts: Morning (8:30am-1:30pm), Afternoon (12:30pm-5:30pm), and the "Ironman" All-Day (8:30am-5:30pm). We typically need more volunteers for the afternoon shift -- to help with the younger kids -- but we'll take whatever time you have available!

Volunteers will get a free Big Swim t-shirt, a complimentary lunch, and a chance to bring a smile to a child's face as they Swim Big! Please sign up online by April 15. If you have any questions about volunteering, you can call 212.369.8890 ext. 2242 or email Karlee Darby .

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The Big Swim Benefit

On Saturday, April 25, 2009, Asphalt Green will host the Big Swim Benefit for supporters of the Waterproofing program . The Waterproofing program is a partnership with the New York City public schools, agencies and organizations that teaches children to swim and be safe in the water. Since the program began in 1993, almost 30,000 children from low-income households participated in the program for free.

This year's Big Swim Benefit is a special Olympian Luncheon and will be a "family friendly" event. Guests will have an exclusive opportunity to take pictures and get autographs with Olympians while enjoying a catered lunch. They will enjoy VIP seating at the Big Swim's special exhibition featuring kids from our Waterproofing program and performances by Olympian medalists and elite divers.

For more information on the event or how you can contribute to the Big Swim, contact Cynthia Trevor at 646.981.2232 or give online .

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