Upcoming Pool Events

Friday, 8/2-8/4 - Swim Team - OMPA

Sunday, 8/4 - Swim Team - OMPA Celebration Dinner from 6:15 - 8:00 PM (Pool Closes at 6 PM) *All Swim Team Families Invited* Please Register

Saturday, 8/17 - Concert - Rock Candy

Weekly Events


Atma Yoga on 8/3 & 8/4 (9:00-10:00)


OMPA Weekend is HERE!


It's go time!  Join us at Campolindo High School Friday through Sunday to cheer on our Stingrays!


Also, be aware that the pool closes at 6 PM this Sunday for the OMPA celebratory party!

The Olympics Are Going Strong at OPP

You've likely already noticed if you've been here, we have the Olympics on at almost all times riht now at OPP.  Come cheer on team USA--or whatever team you prefer--while getting some sun and hanging in the pool.

Call for Nominating Committee Members

It seems like we just started this year, but we're actually beginning to turn our attention to a big part of next year.  We have 3 open OPP board positions that need to be filled next year: special projects, membership, and secretary.  To help get this process going, we need to find some pool members that would be willing to be a part of the nominating committee.  This is a very minimal position, but an important one.  Committee members will play a role in recruiting potential candidates for the positions, and they'll collect information from the candidates in order for the whole pool to be informed about people running for these positions.  If you're up for it, please reach out to Jake Blackshear to express your desire to be a part of this.


Practice Updates

Swim hard, swim fast, be good sports all weekend!

GOOOOOOO PARK!

Summer Schedule

(Please Reference the Calendar on the OPP Website for the Swim Team Schedule)

The Long Table Collaboration

We have two Long Table events coming soon.  RSVP for these as soon as you can!


Who will win the Gold? 

Join The Long Table at OPP for wine tasting on Friday, August 16, 5-6:30pm. In this new format, you have a chance to learn about three different grape varietals from three different countries. Take to the judges box to rate each of the pours in a blind format, and at the end, we'll salute the gold medal winners.

Must be 21+ to attend, RSVP here.


Poolside Paint & Pour

NEW DATE! Come join OPP member and artist, Gloria Kim, and The Long Table poolside on Sunday, August 25, 11-12:30pm for a watercolor painting class. Learn various techniques as you create your own masterpiece while enjoying a sparkling beverage.

Must be 21+ to attend, RSVP here.


We roped in a legacy this week.  Coach Maggie is today's coach we get to meet.  She's filled with energy every day and teaches ALL the littles--from 2 to 10!


Q: How long have you been swimming at OPP?

A: ever since I was 3

Q: Do you have any family members that have also swam at OPP?

A: my mother grew up at OPP


Q: What are some of your favorite strokes to swim?

A: I love swimming freestyle and backstroke 


Q: What are your primary coaching duties this year?

A: I coach 9-10 to 6 and unders and I coach mini stingers in the afternoon 


Q: Do you have any other sports that you play during the off season?

A: I play flag football during off season 


Q: Where do you and your family live?

A: we live in Orinda


Q: What are some of your favorite things to do when not at the pool?

A: I love painting, being with people that make me happy and spending time with my family 


Q: Do you have anyone that you'd like to say hello to through this interview?

A: Hi mom, dad, Orion, grandma and grandpa Jeff


Q: Knowing this will come out the day that OMPA starts, do you have any messages that you'd like to send to our swimmers?

A: It’s ok to be nervous to swim sometimes. I get nervous all the time but that never stops me. You should never give up even when things are tough.


Q: Do you have any words of wisdom for our swimmers as they start to look forward to the off-season?  Play other sports?  Train?  Do fall swim?

A: doing things during off-season is always so much fun. It’s a way to make new friends, stay in shape and it gives you something to do.

If you have any questions or comments for us, please reach out to us at news@orindaparkpool.org.