Hay River Swim Meet Update and Swim AB Virtual Sessions

Kirsten Berg

Hay River – November 28-29th

Families going to Hay River – there are some key messages for you:

If you haven’t already, please sign-up on this google sheet on our before Monday, November 24th. Our coaching team uses this information to plan and get swimmers registered for their races.

Accommodations

The school is rented for use by YKPB swimmers/families who need accommodations.

Meals

We have added a column for Meals. Please add how many family members you would like to join for meal planning. You don’t need to stay at the school to participate. Costing will be divided per person.

Our President, Joel, will be the key planning contact for the meet: 867-445-8539

The Swimm Meet session times are:

  • Session 1 - Saturday 12:00pm warm-up, racing at 1:00pm
  • Session 2 - Sunday 7:00am, racing at 8:00am

Please plan to stay to the end of the swim meet as there are relay races and ceremonies at the end, and its great to have everyone there! (Your swimmer may be in relays that aren’t on Meet Mobile)

Fees Update

We continue to have issues with our system and are working through them. Please bear with us!

Swim Alberta Virtual Sessions

We are again pleased to share more Swim Alberta virtual sessions that you are welcome (and not obligated) to sign up for. Details and registration information are included below:

Athlete Session #3 – Tuesday November 18, 2025 at 6-7pm

  • TOPIC: Visualization & Relaxation
    • Join us to learn the foundations of visualization, self-awareness, and principles of both relaxation and mindfulness.
    • Outcome: Participants will be taught how to use visualization to improve skills, and be provided with tools for a simplified mindfulness practice.
  • REGISTRATION: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/vwYa2OJ-Sue9bNUeZjlKTw

Coach Session #2 – Tuesday November 18, 2025 at 7-8pm

  • TOPIC: Open Forum – Ask an Expert
    • Join us for a unique opportunity to ‘Ask the Expert.’ Bring your challenges, case studies, and questions to discuss with your Mental Performance Consultants and other coach peers.
    • Outcome: Participants will be able to discuss specific concerns and have support in navigating challenges.
  • REGISTRATION: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/vwYa2OJ-Sue9bNUeZjlKTw

These sessions will not be recorded to ensure a safe and comfortable space for open participation. 

Handy Dates

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 - FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE RACES (BELUGAS AND ABOVE)

              NO SWIMMING FOR DOLPHINS

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 – WINTER TRY-OUTS (FOR NEW ATHLETES)

NOVEMBER 29-30, 2025 - HAY RIVER SWIM MEET

DECEMBER 5, 2025 - FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE RACES (BELUGAS AND ABOVE)

              NO SWIMMING FOR DOLPHINS

DECEMBER 11-14th, 2025 - JP FISET (EDMONTON)

DECEMBER 13th 2025 – POLAR PUP INVITATIONAL (SWIM MEET FOR DOLPHINS, BELUGAS & SHARKS)

DECEMBER 2025 - JACK FROST CLASSIC (DOLPHINS)

DECEMBER 20 – JANUARY 4th, 2026 – CHRISTMAS BREAK / NO REGULAR SWIM PRACTICE

DECEMBER 2025 - CHRISTMAS TRAINING (OPT-IN FOR GOLD, SILVER, AND

BRONZE – SCHEDULE TBD)

JANUARY 5th, 2026 – REGULAR SWIM SCHEDULE RESUMES

JANUARY 23-25, 2026 - SWIM ALBERTA FESTIVALS (12U)

JANUARY 31, 2026 - SATURDAY MORNING AT THE RACES (BELUGAS AND ABOVE)

              NO SWIMMING FOR DOLPHINS

FEBRUARY 21-22, 2026 - NWT TERRITORIALS

FEBRUARY 27, 2026 – JUNIOR FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE RACES
(FOR DOLPHINS, BELUGAS, SHARKS & CUBS)

MARCH 6-8, 2026 - SWIM ALBERTA TRIALS (CALGARY)

MARCH 19-22, 2026 - SWIM ALBERTA CHAMPS (EDMONTON)

MARCH 9-20, 2026 – SPRING BREAK / NO REGULAR SWIM PRACTICE

MARCH 2026 - MARCH BREAK TRAINING (OPT-IN FOR GOLD SILVER AND BRONZE)

MARCH 23rd, 2026 – REGULAR SWIM SCHEDULE RESUMES

APRIL 3rd & APRIL 6th, 2026 – NO SWIMMING (GOOD FRIDAY & EASTER MONDAY)

APRIL 10th & 11th 2026 – SPLASH-A-THON

APRIL 24, 2026 - FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE RACES (BELUGAS AND ABOVE)

              NO SWIMMING FOR DOLPHINS

MAY 8-10, 2026 – YKPBSC MOTHERS DAY MEET

MAY 2026 - EDSON/PEACE RIVER (SHARKS AND BELOW)

MAY 22, 2026 – END OF DOLPHINS & BELUGA SEASON

JUNE 10-12, 2026 -TRU WOLFPACK MEET (KAMLOOPS)

JUNE 12, 2026 – END OF SHARKS, CUBS & BRONZE SEASON

JULY 10-13, 2026 - MANSASK CHAMPIONSHIPS (SASKATOON)

JULY 13, 2026 – END OF SILVER & GOLD SEASON