Stroke Development

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Swim Across America

Open Water.  Yes, I said it.  Swim Across America (SAA) is held in open water.  Lake Michigan to be exact. 

Most of you will immediately say no to the prospect of swimming in open water or Lake Michigan but give me a chance to change your mind.

First thing first…

What is Swim Across America?

SAA is a non-competitive charity swim held on the 4^th Saturday in July (July 23^rd), which benefits the Cardinal Bernardin Cancer Center at Loyola University Medical Center. 

Participants have the choice of swimming a 1/2-mile, 1-mile, 1.5-mile or 3-mile distance.  The 1/2-mile and 1-mile distances are along an out-and-back course.  The 1.5-mile and 3-mile distances are along the same triangular course that Big Shoulders utilizes.  The 1.5-mile distance is a single lap around the triangular course while the 3-mile distance is two laps around the triangular course.

In order to participate, each swimmer/member of a team must raise $300.

Why You Shouldn’t Say No

I know what you’re thinking – Lake Michigan is big, unpredictable, and scary. 

The same could be said for cancer. 

SAA is not supposed to be easy.  It is supposed to be a challenge.

We Can Do This…Together

If you finish the warm-up at swimming practice, the distance aspect of SAA will not be the issue.  Together, we can practice in open water so it won’t be as scary. 

Last year Suzie and I participated in SAA – we both had a great time.  This year Coach Steve and I are hoping more of you will take on the challenge or will show your support for your fellow teammates and this great cause.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Coach Steve or me at adventuregoers@gmail.com.

Thanks,

Nicole

Team Awards

 5th Annual Fenwick Masters Swim Meet 2011

3rd Place Team

Meet Schedule

I encourage you to participate in any event or swim meet that interests you, but WE, as a team, are going to target these events listed below as a way to get groups of people participating together and more importantly having fun together!  Please note:  You should at least try to participate in one (1) meet.  Doing so is "highly" encouraged, the STATE Meet is a lot of fun and if we have more participants I am sure it would be even better!

Practice Schedule

When:

 2026 Summer Session 

Normal practice times are:

• Monday: 7:30–9:00 PM at HCP
• Wednesday: 7:30–9:00 PM at HCP
• Saturday: 6:30–8:00 AM at South

For the most current practice schedule, click here

Pool Locations:

LT South- 4900 Willow Springs Rd, Western Springs, IL 60558

LT North - 100 S. Brainard Ave. LaGrange, IL 60525

Hinsdale Community Pool (HCP) - 500 W Hinsdale Ave, Hinsdale, IL 60521

Important Links

Link : U.S. Masters Swimming (USMS)

Link : Illinois Masters Swimming Association (ILMSA)
Link : Lyons Township High School - Open Swim Hours

Link : Lyons Swim Club

Link : U.S. Masters Swimming - Membership Card

Link : Swimming World

Link : USMS Swimmer Magazine
Link : Chicago Parks District - Swim Report 
Link : Lake Michigan Water Temp Forecasting

How to share your pictures and videos

Flickr is a very easy web service that you can upload both pictures and video's to share with everyone on the team.

You can email pictures and shorter videos (less than 90 secs) directly to Flickr using this email address: public14added@photos.flickr.com (this is a custom email address just for our Lyons Masters Flickr page). In the subject line of the email you can enter a title and in the body of the email you can enter a description. All you have to do is just attach the photo or video and send it on its way.

You can upload your videos that are longer than 90 secs to our You Tube page by emailing them to n4sp5b7zi8iy@m.youtube.com

Just please be courteous and choose "appropriate" pictures and videos.....Coach Steve will be moderating the content!

Welcome

Welcome to Lyons Aquatics Masters

Lyons Aquatics Masters is a welcoming adult swim community for swimmers of all backgrounds and experience levels. Whether you are looking to stay active, improve your technique, meet new people, or simply enjoy time in the water, you'll find a supportive group here.

Our practices are designed to provide structure, encouragement, and flexibility in a relaxed environment. Swimmers can work at their own pace while benefiting from coached workouts, skill development, and the camaraderie of a great team.

Whether you are returning to swimming after time away, training for a personal goal, or just looking for a fun and healthy activity, we would love to have you join us.

Use this site for current practice information, workouts, program updates, and registration links.