The top squad on our team is named Elite.  It was named Elite for a reason...  The following are some of the characteristics displayed by Elite level swimmers - qualities we look for in our top athletes as well.  Can you call yourself Elite?  Do you aspire to be the best you can be?  See how many of the 20 items below you adhere to day in and day out.   1. They Don’t Allow Others to Dictate What They Are Capable Of. There really isn’t much more discouraging than someone...

Congrats to our Elite Athletes: Cierra Campbell was recognized last Friday at the Free State home game for her First Team All State Award and being 2nd Team All Metro.  In addition, their relay was recognized for their State record setting 200 free relay and achieving the All-American status in that relay.  Sydney Sirimongkhon-Dyck and Lucy Sirimongkhon-Dyck were recognized for being 2nd Team All State and for their relay contributions. Canaan Campbell was recognized as a Scholastic All-American.  A great achievement from USA Swimming. His academics and performances in the water...

THIS WEEKS CHALLENGE is aTEAM CHALLENGE...   If Ad Astra has $5000 raised online as a team we will have a pizza party for all those swimmers that have contributed to that team total. The pizza party will be next week.   (Swimmer must have donations in order to participate in the pizza party)     Good luck and Go AAAA!

Congrats to Chris Berry- Our Week 2 Swim-A-Thon Winner!   Chris had 12 different donations for his total collection in the Swim-A-Thon last week. Chris will be awarded an Autographed memorabilia from an Olympic Swimmer. We are proud of you Chris for going out and collecting 12 different donations for last week's challenge! There were also honorable mention swimmers that had 6 different donations thus far: Evan Dusselier Payton Krug Ainlsey Krug Ima Rodenbeek Parker Rodenbeek Anna Hayden   THIS WEEKS CHALLENGE is a TEAM CHALLENGE...   If Ad Astra has...

  Congratulations to Maddie Dean!   Maddie Dean won the Week One Swim-A-Thon Challenge. She received the largest flat donation with the amount of $1310.00. Way to Go Maddie!   There were also other Ad Astra swimmers that have already received donations online:   Payton Krug, Ainsley Krug, Chris Berry, Evan Dusselier, Parker Rodenbeek, Ima Rodenbeek, David Christie, Danny Christie, Cierra Campbell, Canaan Campbell, Claire Campbell, Janet Stefanov, Nicholas Stefanov, Anna Hayden, Halle McCollough, Kayla Brown   Congrats Swimmers and thanks for your effort in the Swim-A-Thon thus far!  ...

Please take the time to view our updated records.  Congrats to all of the new record holders from this past LCM season!

  Did your child just pass Level 3 or 4 in Swim School?  Was your child just starting to make great strides in the water?  Want to continue your child’s development in the sport of swimming? AAAA’s Pre-Team is HERE! When - October Session starts October 1 and ends October 28. How - To Join Monthly Group (Pre-Team/Shooting Stars) - Water Safe, 1/2 length of Free, 1/2 length kick on your back Where - ENROLL HERE TODAY TO SAVE YOUR SPOT

Ad Astra Swimmers had a great time making this video to promote our 2013 Swim-A-Thon. Enjoy!  Click the link below: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JyfBu6U-OsQ

Get Informed NOW Parent/Athlete Meeting - Thursday August 29th, 2013 Learn About…. Team Goals Schedules Meets Involvement … and more   Shooting Stars, Stars, Comets, Asteroids – 5:45pm Eclipse, Senior, Elite – 6:45pm

Lawrence's Premier Swim Organization We welcome you to come join Lawrence's only Athlete centered, Coach directed, Parent supported swim team.  Our team prides itself in coaching and leadership that is high-quality, consistent and stable.  Tryouts for Ad Astra will be Tuesday, August 27th, and Wednesday, August 28th, at the Lawrence Indoor Aquatic Center from 6-7pm.  Please spread the word to all of your friends about coming out to join the fastest, most fun and most reliably staffed team in Lawrence, KS.  Bring a suit, towel, goggles and the Registration Form...