LCSC PRESENTS: Swim with an Olympian
Join us for a clinic led by Canadian Olympian and Former World Record holder Annamay Pierse, one of the nation’s most accomplished breaststrokers! Focus will be on Swimming Technique, Drills, Goal-Setting and Race Strategy.
Sessions
Session #1 Senior 13+ yrs (Oct 24, 6:30-9:30am): 1 hr of classroom followed by 1.5 hr in pool
Session #2 Junior 8-12yrs (Oct 25, 9:00-11:00am): 45 min of classroom followed by 1 hr in pool
Session #3 Senior 13+ yrs (Oct 25, 2:00-5:00pm): 1 hr of classroom followed by 1.5 hr in pool
This is a unique opportunity for swimmers to learn directly from an elite-level athlete and breaststroke specialist. Each session includes a classroom workshop and in-pool training segment tailored to skill development, race strategy, and technique. Perfect for swimmers looking to refine their stroke, improve efficiency, and take their performance to the next level with guidance from a world-class breaststroker.
About Annamay Pierse (Oldershaw)
🏅 Olympian – Competed at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games
🌍 Former World Record Holder in the 200m breaststroke (short course)
🥇 Multiple-time Canadian National Champion
🌎 Silver Medalist at the 2009 World Championships
💪 Known for her technical precision and efficiency in breaststroke
Don't miss this chance to elevate your swimming skills! Register now to secure your spot at the Frank Jameson Community Centre.
About the clinic
Swimmers of all stroke specialties are welcome and encouraged to participate as Annamay will be offering insights into how she prepared for success, positive mental health strategies she used to get through the tough times, goal-setting, and anything the young swimmers want to learn about. As a certified teacher Annamay excels in leading groups and providing an opportunity to learn and grow. The sessions are broken down by age group to help deliver a session that meets the swimmers where they are at.
All participants must be comfortable in the water, capable of swimming 100m, and ideally working toward their goals of competing whether that be at a regional, provincial, or national level.
📩 Register now – limited spots available and early bird pricing ends Oct 1
Ladysmith Chemainus Swim Club Presents: Swim with an Olympian
Featuring Olympian Annamay Pierse
📍 Frank Jameson Community Centre (810 6th Avenue, Ladysmith)
🗓️ October 24–25, 2025