Exciting news about our new springboard diving program this summer!

Westport Dive Club (WDC)

WDC is a branch of the established Westport Swim Club (WSC). We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that serves as a feeder program for Staples High School's aquatic sports teams. Throughout the course, the students will learn the basic skills of springboard diving. We will also work on flexibility, coordination, confidence and more in a fun, friendly environment.

Coach Grace Slama (Huang)

• Staples High School Diving Coach
• Former NCAA Division 1 springboard and platform diver at University of Nevada, Reno
• NCAA Division 1 All-American Honorable Mention in 3-meter springboard
• World class competition level. Former Taiwanese National Champion.

12 sessions in June and July on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons

• June 24 and 26; July 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31
• 2-3:15 pm for Intermediate Level: Should know how to do hurdles on the board and basic dives.
• 3:30-4:30 pm for Beginner Level: At least 6 year old. No experience required.

Fees

• $300 to Westport Dive Club
• $22 to AAU for insurance

Requirements

• For ages 6-14 years old
• Be watersafe and able to swim 15 meters

Next step

Complete steps 1-3 at the bottom of this page.
1. Register on the WSC site (not required for current WSC swimmers)
2. Get an AAU membership (not required for current WSC swimmers)
3. Send payment (Divers, contact Coach Grace for payment method.)
4. Get gear
   • One-piece swimsuit, no bikinis
   • Running shoes and work out outfit for dryland training
   • Shammy towel -- I suggest getting any color but blue because it will be easier to find. Examples:
     • https://www.swimoutlet.com/products/sporti-26-x-17-large-chamois-sports-towel-26587/?color=brightgreen
     • https://www.swimoutlet.com/products/speedo-sports-towel-3105/?color=charcoal
     • https://springboardsandmore.com/product-category/diver-shammies/

Questions?

• Email Coach Grace at [email protected]