Challenged Athletes Foundation Catch a Rising Star Program and Dodge Present Swim Clinic to Train Chicago Area Physically Challenged Athletes

What:

On Saturday, August 13, the Challenged Athletes Foundation® (CAF)will host a Dodge Swim Clinic at the Fosco Park Pool in Chicago IL.

This free clinic will feature instruction from elite swim coaches Alan Voisard and Alison Terry and is part of CAF's Catch a Rising Star Program.

Open to physically challenged athletes of any age or physical disability with basic swimming ability, the clinic's goals are to not only improve speed and technique, but also for participants to gain confidence from networking with peers in a safe, supportive environment.

Available Spokespeople:

Alan Voisard -- With more than 32 years of coaching experiencing, Voisard has helped swimmers at all levels, from beginners to Paralympics medalists, to improve their swimming and maximize their performance in the water.

Alison Terry -- Alison is a former USA National Team member, Olympic Trials competitor and World Open Lifeguard Champion. Terry was the first person of African--American descent to be elected to USA Swimming's Board of the Directors and currently serves on Olympic International Operations Committee.

Where:

Fosco Park
1312 S. Racine Avenue
Chicago, IL 60608

When:

9a.m.-1p.m.

Four Sessions Available:

Session 1: 9a.m.-10a.m. Spinal Cord Injuries
Session 2: 10a.m.-11a.m. Amputees
Session 3: 11a.m.-12p.m. All Other Disabilities
Session 4: 12p.m.-1p.m. Advanced & Kids