Sunday 2 October 2011

Information about Mombasa National Age group Gala...


National Age group, open and relays swimming Championships
(Short Course)
When? 28,29 and 30 October 2011 (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
                (Swimmers would leave Thurs. Oct 27 at 9:20 a.m .on Precision flight to Mombasa, return on Monday, Oct. 31st at 11:23 a.m. on Precision flight to Dar)

Where?  Oshwal Academy MOMBASA

Who Can Participate?  Swimmers have to qualify with the appropriate times to participate. The age groups are 10-11, 12-13, 14-15, and Open.

When is the deadline? October 14, 2011

Why?            Gives swimmers an opportunity to compete internationally

How is it Organized?
-- The Kenya Swimming Federation is hosting the event
-- A ‘Special Forces’ group will help coordinate the participation of TALISS swimmers. 
-- Parents of kids who participate will be responsible for the costs.  The possible costs are outlined below. You will be asked to pay in cash (TSh or dollars) and most costs are nonrefundable once bookings are made.
Flights (Kenya Airways- Precision)                                          $380
Hotel (double, B&B, 4 nights)                                                       120
Team Spirit (?tshirt)                                                                      10
Ground Transport ?                                                                       50
Visa: (depending on nationality of swimmer)**
Registration                                                                                  20
                200 ksh per individual event = $2
                400 ksh per relay entry=             $4                             
Dinner and Lunches:                                                                      80
                  TOTAL:                                                                               $660

If you are interested (certain or maybe), please email to rhmcelroy@bellsouth.net the following details:  Swimmer’s name and number of nonswimmers who want to go

We’ll have more detailed communication later about events and logistics with those who express interest. 

If you know of an individual or business who might be willing to sponsor Tanzanian swimmers who can not afford these costs, please let us know that too.

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