How Do You Start A Synchronized Swimming Team?
The synchronized swimmers in the International Olympics defy gravity with their legs extending high into the air and spin and dance in the water as if they were on ice skates. Their example might inspire you to start a synchronized swimming team in your community. Determine the interest level in your community. Organize a preliminary meeting by contacting your newspaper and asking them to run a story about your plan to start a team. Make sure they list the date, time, and place for the meeting and your contact information. Visit UsaSynchro.org, the official governing body for synchronized swimming in the United States for informational materials and advice on starting a new team. They will help you through all the stages of forming a team. Hire a coach. Since synchronized swimming is a relatively small sport, experienced coaches can be difficult to find. If none are available, consider hiring a ballet teacher. Many of the moves in synchronized swimming depend upon proper ballet techniq
