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Come learn synchronized swimming from the World Renowned, Santa Clara Aquamaids! Our Staff, led by 3-time Olympic Coach, Chris Carver, includes Olympic medalists, National Champions and current athletes. Our programs include conditioning, flexibility training, synchronized swimming skills and performance techniques. Info: info@aquamaids.org, 408-727-8496

Participants will enjoy this sport’s combination of artistry and athleticism. We are proud to offer classes and camps throughout the Bay Area.

Swimmers ages 5-13 are welcome. Participants need to be proficient in swimming 25 yards. To increase their skills, participants may attend classes and camps as many sessions as they wish.
Come join us in a 3 sport adventure. We will explore swimming, waterpolo and synchronized swimming, focusing on training. This combination of training benefits athletes of each sport and is a fun way to try something new in the pool! Program developed by Brenda Villa, 4-time Olympic medalist in water polo, and Kendra Zanotto, Synchronized Swimming Olympic medalist.

SUMMER Synchronized Swimming Camps are a full week of synchronized swimming excitement.

“JUMP IN”, our week long camp includes conditioning, flexibility training, synchronized swimming skills and performance techniques. Participants will be immersed in synchro, both in and out of the water. We create synchro costumes, watch synchro videos, and prepare for our Camp Finale Show.

MORE SYNCHRO: Our deep-water training camp gives participants a chance to learn the skills that will take them to the next level. We will focus on sculling techniques and upside down skills. Participants must have completed a “Jump In” Camp.

Camp Coaches
Camp Director
Chris Carver, Head Coach and Swim Program Director

Coach Carver, a former Olympic coach, has a history of developing world-class athletes and has been recognized as one of the premier synchronized swimming coaches in the world. Carver coached two of the gold medalists at last year’s Wo

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Coach Carver, a former Olympic coach, has a history of developing world-class athletes and has been recognized as one of the premier synchronized swimming coaches in the world. Carver coached two of the gold medalists at last year’s World Championships in Russia and last month received the international Coach Achievement Award at the FINA Gala in Budapest.

Additional Coaches
Assistant Head Coach
Nancy Hines

I started swimming with the Columbus Coralina Club where my mother was the only coach. In 1965 I came to Santa Clara and swam for 5 years winning the National team and duet titles. In the early 1970’s I worked in Japan as the coach of

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I started swimming with the Columbus Coralina Club where my mother was the only coach. In 1965 I came to Santa Clara and swam for 5 years winning the National team and duet titles. In the early 1970’s I worked in Japan as the coach of the Tokyo Synchro club and upon returning home I went back to Ohio and coached with the Ohio State University. Since 1981 I have worked for the Aquamaids. During that time I have served as National Team II head coach, Jr. National team head coach and Manger for National team I and II. I also have been the Manager for the 2004 Olympic Team and was in Athens where we won 2 bronze medals. I continue to work for the Aquamaids working with many different age groups.
Master Coach
Jenny Ekhilesky
Senior Coach
Anna Kozlova
Santa Clara Aquamaids*
1600 Martin Ave
Santa Clara, CA 95050
info@aquamaids.org
Camp Dates
Camps dates are currently available on the organizations website.