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Dear MEMBERFIRSTNAME, As it's only just over a month away till this year's Henley Classic, we thought it was time to update you on our plans for this year's event. There's information on Saturday Registrations and our evening Pasta Party, which you can book tickets for; swim training information; news about a Performance Wave and deadlines for changing your Race Category; so please make sure you read through this thoroughly, so that you don't miss any important information. Also, if you haven't already downloaded your Henley Classic Information Pack, please download it now, as this will provide much of the information that you'll need to be aware of on the day. First of all though, we thought you'd like to see the latest view of the course, albeit the skys are rather grey!
As you can see the boomed course is well under construction and will be completed very shortly. You'll also be pleased to hear the river level has also gone back to normal since all the rain we've had. |
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This year we'd really like to make sure you get the best possible race experience, so for those of you who are seriously competitive we are planning on including a Performance Wave, which will be run just after the Elite Wave and before the Open Men's Wave. The idea behind this wave is that anyone who takes part will get to race alongside their closest competitors, meaning that you get a real race experience. In order to make this a true test, this wave is only open to swimmers who aim to complete the course in under 34 minutes. As a guide, if you have not swum the event before but are an experienced swimmer and are completing swims in the pool over 1500m in a time under 23 minutes, you would also be eligible to enter this wave. If you would like to enter the Performance Wave, please email georgina@henleyswim.com with your latest times or the time you completed the event in last year. The deadline for entering this wave is strictly Wednesday 6th June. Race Category Changes If you need to change your Race Category, email entries@henleyswim.com. However, please make sure you do this by Wednesday 6th June, as no Category changes will be allowed after that date or on the day. |
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I'm sure your training is well under way, however, tf you haven't done so already, there's still time to get some open water training in before the event. Check out our Swim Training page, which has lots of tips and advice to help you prepare for the event, especially if this is the first year you've taken part. If that is the case, you may be interested in the following sessions:-
The Henley Swim has teamed up with the Tri2O Swim Centre to offer two fantastic open water swimming induction sessions for those of you who are new to open water swimming or may just need a little encouragement to face the challenge ahead of you. These 2 hour sessions, which include land and water based workshops, have been designed to provide you with the foundation skills and confidence to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable experience in one of our fantastic events. The Tri2O Swim Centre is the perfect environment to learn new skills amongst like minded swimmers with a team of highly experienced coaches.
Dates: 26th May 8.00 to 10.00am Location: Blueseventy Open Water Swim Centre, Reading Hotel Lake, Reading, RG30 3UN Cost: £30 To book a place on one of these induction sessions, click here
If you can't make either of these sessions, but would still like to practice swimming in the open water before your event, current swim sessions at this lake are as follows:-
For full details of 2012 opening times and open water swimming sessions at this lake visit the Tri 20 Swim Centre |
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There's still time to book online for our popular pre event Pasta Party, which will be held on Saturday 23rd June, between 5 and 8pm. The evening will be in the style of an “all you can eat” Italian Pasta evening, including a choice of 3 sauces and a soft drink. The cost will be £10 per head when pre booked or £12 per head on the evening.
Sleep & Eat Special Offer A cash bar and general cafe with snacks will also be available within the Food Court and Barn Bar Garden area. Finally, if you'd like an extra few minutes in bed before the early start, you could also pop down and register in advance...
Saturday Evening Registrations |
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Don't forget that you can still enter a team into this event, with the following category options:- Team prizes will be awarded to the winners of each category, based on the cumulative total time recorded for each member of the team.
How to Enter a Team
Why not use this event to fundraise for our Charity of the Year, the Cystic Fibrosis Trust?
It's FREE to enter your team, so why not have a go! |
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Kind regards, The Henley Swim Team |
