Over 100 swimmers complete MCYS/NSC Swimming Programme

SOME 140 young swimmers completed the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport/National Sports Commission’s annual August Vacation Swimming Programme which concluded yesterday at the Colgrain Swimming Pool, Camp Street.At a well-attended closing ceremony, at the venue, the swimmers were awarded MCYS certificates confirming their participation at the programme; which began July 14 and was held in collaboration with the national federation, the Guyana Amateur Swimming Association (GASA).

Yesterday’s closing ceremony was chaired by NSC Administrative Officer, Gervy Harry, and remarks were made by Director of Sport Neil Kumar, GASA president, Ivan Persaud, as well as MCYS Permanent Secretary Alfred King, who stood in for Minister Dr Frank Anthony, who was unavoidably absent.
Addressing the audience of excited swimmers, parents and coaches, King noted that the swimming programme, which has been the starting point for many national swimmers over the years, was only the beginning for the swimmers.
“This is part of a wider strategy. We are already seeing talent; we are already seeing young people from this programme graduating not only to the National Aquatic Centre, but moving straight on to wearing the national colours where your parents can be proud.” King said
Kumar, in his remarks mirrored those of King, while also extending congratulatory words to not only the participants but also the coaches and parents as well. Kumar emphasised to the parents that should they want to continue their child’s development in the sport, the Ministry will do whatever they can to assist in making that possible.
“I want to congratulate all of the participants. I want to say to the parents if you want to get your children trained and continue swimming here then you can work out (something) with us. We are prepared to find some time during the week so that your children can continue training, so that before the year is out they can graduate to go and swim at the Aquatic Centre. This challenge is for you parents. Remember the kids depend on what you the parents do. Take the opportunity, make full use of it.” Kumar said.
The programme was held daily at the pool and catered to the desires of youngsters between the ages of 6 and 16 years old, teaching them the fundamentals they needed to learn how to swim.
Written By Tamica Garnett

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