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Weekly Email – May 14

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May 14, 2026

Hi MVMers, the summer schedule is starting to heat up! Happy Hour: Our upcoming happy hour will be on May 21st at Ludwig’s Biergarten starting at 5:30pm. Address is 383 Castro Street in downtown Mountain View. Click here for more details about the venue. Hope to see you there! Holiday Hours on Memorial Day: Quick… Read More ›

Weekly Email – May 6, 2026

Hi MVMers, here’s what’s coming up: Swim ‘n Schmear May 9th: The upcoming swim ‘n schmear will be this coming Saturday, May 9th. As always, it will be poolside during and after the Saturday morning workouts. Happy Hour May 21st: Upcoming social event/happy hour will be at Ludwig’s Biergarten on Castro Street in downtown Mountain… Read More ›

Two quick items

Hi MVMers, a couple of items for tomorrow: 1) A light is broken in Lane 8 therefore we can’t swim in that lane. Hopefully it will be fixed soon but we are down to seven lanes for now.. 2) No covers on the pool for tomorrow’s workout. All of you 5am swimmers get an extra… Read More ›

Weekly Email – April 12

Hi MVMers, a couple of items coming up this week:: Board Meeting: Members are always welcome to join MVM’s Board of Directors meeting. The next one is Tuesday, April 14, at 6:30pm on Zoom. Click here for the agenda and here for the zoom link. Happy Hour April 16th: Upcoming social event/happy hour will be… Read More ›

Weekly Email – April 3

Hi MVMers, here’s the latest: Annual Member Meeting: As per our bylaws, this weekend we hold our annual member meeting for you to review our financial report and approve the slate of our all-volunteer board members. Below, you’ll find links to an update from our outgoing president, a financial report from our treasurer, our 2026… Read More ›

MVM Annual Meeting

Hi MVMers, It’s ANNUAL MEETING time! As per our bylaws, once a year the membership reviews our club’s annual report and votes on the slate of directors for our board. Be on the lookout for emails and on-deck announcements coming next week, with voting taking place online Friday, April 3 thru Monday, April 6. Swim… Read More ›

Weekly Email – March 24

Hi MVMers, Congratulations to everyone who participated in the Pacific Masters Relay Meet on Saturday, March 14th. We had some fantastic races and a great time. A special shout-out to Courtney Hutchinson (L2) who swam in her very first swim meet ever! It turns out that we are not as good at bowling as we… Read More ›

Weekly Email – March 3rd

Hi MVMers, Pac Masters Relay Racers! Come relay with us Saturday March 14. Team captains must register by Sat, Mar 7. For those still looking for a relay team, please fill out this form by Tue, Mar 3 (TODAY!!) so we can help you find teammates and sign up in time. MVM’s Going Bowling! Join… Read More ›

Weekly Email – February 26th

Hello MVMers, Relay Meet: The Pac Masters Relay Meet is coming up soon! If you do not already have a team but want to swim, please fill out this form so that we can help you find teammates. If you do have a team, please choose a captain and have the captain register here by… Read More ›

Weekly Email – February 18

Hello MVMers Swim-n-Schmear, Feb 28: Do you love swimming? Do you love bagels? If you love them equally, then come to practice Sat Feb 28 for the next Swim-n-Schmear. We’ll have coffee and bagels on deck after the 6,7 and 8 AM practice. Super fun relay race event: Saturday, March 14, 2026 there will be… Read More ›

Weekly Email – Feb. 9

Hi MVMers, Upcoming board meeting: All MVM members are invited to join our monthly board meetings. Call in tomorrow, Tuesday Feb 10 at 6:30 PM. Here is the Zoom link to join. Here is the February agenda that we will be discussing. All members are welcome. Come see what’s new with the team. Volunteer with… Read More ›

Weekly Email – Jan. 13

Hi MVMers, Board meeting tonight: All MVM members are invited to join our monthly board meetings. Call in on Tuesday January 13 at 6:30 PM. Here is the Zoom link to join. Here is the January Agenda that we will be discussing. All members are welcome, and we encourage joining us if you’re interested in… Read More ›

Weekly Email – Jan. 6

Hi MVMers, Swim and Schmear: First social event of the year. We will have a Swim ‘n Schmear this coming Saturday, Jan 10th, poolside. New membership sign up: Re-sign up coming soon! By this point everyone should have seen a cancellation of their old PayPal fees. We are working on the final bits of the… Read More ›

Weekly Email – Jan. 1 Happy New Year!

Happy New Year, MVMers! We are back at Eagle Pool tomorrow, Friday, January 2nd, and will be doing our 100 Repeats every minute and thirty seconds, starting at 6:30am and ending at 9am. If you can, please arrive at 6am to help set up the pool; we will need the extra time as the storms… Read More ›

Weekly Email – December 12th

Hi MVMers, lots of info for the month of December. 1. NEW IN 2026: simplified fee plans, lower dues, and a FREE MONTH! Tracking our 200+ memberships has become increasingly complex over the years, so the MVM board has decided to conduct a big RESET to start the new year: Dues are being reduced: All… Read More ›

Weekly Email – December 3rd

Hi MVMers, From the board: All MVM members are invited to join our monthly board meetings. If you’re interested in joining the board, come see what meetings are all about! Call in on Tuesday December 9 at 6:30 PM. Here is the Zoom Link to join. Here is the December Agenda that we will be… Read More ›

Weekly Email – November 24

Hi MVMers, we’re in the swing of the holiday season. Here’s what’s coming up! Thanksgiving Swim: Thanksgiving morning will be holiday hours – 6:30 and 7:45. We will be swimming our traditional repeats. If you plan to swim the first workout then please try to arrive about 15 minutes early to pull covers so we… Read More ›

Weekly Email – November 13th

Hi MVMers, here’s the latest and a lot going on. 🙂 Return to Eagle: Unless you hear otherwise we will be back at Eagle Pool (and the BIG locker rooms) this coming Monday. Monday evening workouts will also resume at Eagle. USMS Registration: So far fifty people have registered with USMS for 2026. Thank-you! That… Read More ›

Weekly Email – November 4

Hi MVMers, I hope everyone had a good Halloween! Here’s the news of the week. USMS Membership Renewal: We had a slight glitch with getting MVM renewed for 2026 but that has been taken care of. When you go to renew your membership you will now see our club. For anyone who has signed up… Read More ›

Addendum to Weekly Email

Hi MVMers, Change your alarm clock! I forgot to mention this. Daylight savings is Sunday Nov 2. So confusing but I think we get extra sleep in the morning. Temporary schedule at Rengstorff Pool: While we are swimming at Rengstorff Nov 3-16, and sharing the pool with LAMVAC, we’ll be swimming on an adjusted schedule… Read More ›

Weekly Email – October 29

Hi MVMers, Cereal Killer Workout: Don’t forget our “Cereal Killer” event in honor of Halloween & Dia de los Muertos. We’ll have a variety of cereal options on deck after this coming Saturday morning workout (starting around 7am), including lactose and gluten free choices. Date is Saturday Nov. 1st. Bring your appetite! Move to Rengstorff… Read More ›

Weekly Email – Oct. 15

Hi MVMers, October social event: Our next happy hour will be held Tuesday of next week, October 21st, at Cascal on Castro Street in downtown Mountain View. Address: 400 Castro Street. Click here for a link to their website. November social event: Quick reminder, “Cereal Killer” workout is in honor of Halloween & Dia de… Read More ›

Weekly Email – October 11

Hello MVMers, happy October and here’s the latest: Covers: Pool covers will be back starting this coming Monday. We ask that the swimmers who attend the first workout of the day to arrive ten minutes before the start of practice to help pull covers. For the bulk of the team who doesn’t attend the very… Read More ›

Weekly Email – Sept. 22

Hi MVMers, Back to Rengstorff: The pool heater at Eagle is going to be replaced in November. We will be swimming at the Rengstorff Pool from Monday, Nov. 3rd through Sunday, Nov. 16. We’ll remind everyone again but put it on your calendars we will be at Rengstorff for the first two weeks of November…. Read More ›

Weekly Email – 9/15

Hi MVMers, Shower update: Work is scheduled to start on the showers tomorrow, Tuesday, morning. Hopefully they can be fixed in one day. We’ll keep you posted. Happy Hour: We have another MVM happy hour scheduled for Wednesday, Sept 24 at Steins Beer Garden. Address is 895 Villa Street. One block off Castro on the… Read More ›

Breaking news: hot water (or lack thereof) info

Hi MVMers, News from the City: there is another pipe that has sprung a leak, which might explain why the water in the showers has not been very hot. Repairs will start this Monday. We don’t know how long it will take to repair the leak. The pool will stay open! Be prepared for no… Read More ›

Correction!

Monday evening swim practices start at 6:30pm. My previous email said that practice started at 6:45 but that was incorrect. Monday evening swim practice is 6:30-7:30pm. Apologies for the mistake. ~MVM

Weekly Email – Sept. 5

Hi MVMers, Monday evening swims are back: quick reminder that since we are back at Eagle we will have our usual Monday evening swims – 6:45 to 7:45pm. Upcoming board meeting: All MVM members are invited to join our monthly board meetings. We love it when members listen in or read up! If you are… Read More ›

Attention! No practice tomorrow!

Hello team, There is a sewage leak at Eagle Pool therefore swim practice is canceled for tomorrow, Thursday, Sept. 4. We were unable to get Rengstorff Pool on such short notice. Again, no practice tomorrow. We will keep you updated as to when and where we will swim next. ~MVM

Weekly Email – Back to Eagle!

Hi MVMers, Return to Eagle Pool: The City has just informed us that we will be swimming at Eagle Pool starting tomorrow, Friday, August 29. The repairs were actually ahead of schedule. Also note we are back to our usual workouts. Tomorrow will be a sprint day. Holidays Hours this Monday: This coming Monday is… Read More ›

Reminder: swimming at the Rengstorff pool starting tomorrow, August 11

This is a repeat of the email sent a few days ago. Tomorrow we will be swimming at the Rengstorff pool. Temporary Schedule Changes, Aug 11- Sept 1 As mentioned earlier this summer, Eagle Pool must shut down for emergency pump repairs, and we are being relocated to Rengstorff for about 3 weeks while those… Read More ›

Correction to Rengstorff Update!! Please read.

Here is a more accurate and simplified version of the schedule when we are at the Rengstorff pool. We apologize for any inconvenience but this is the best we can do considering we are working with another swim team who has the same right to the pool that we do. Temporary Schedule Changes, Aug 11-… Read More ›

Important Updates on the move to Rengstorff Pool

Please read! We will be at the Rengstorff pool Aug 11-Sept 1. We don’t have the pool to ourselves. We are sharing with the LAMVAC swim team. Here are the details: Temporary Schedule Changes, Aug 11- Sept 1 As mentioned earlier this summer, Eagle Pool must shut down for emergency pump repairs, and we are… Read More ›

Weekly Email – July 30th

Hello MVMers, Alcatraz swim: Currently there are 24 swimmers signed up for the famous Alcatraz swim. Registration will close on Friday August 15th and we still have some room for more swimmers. All the info here. For those who have already signed up, San Francisco Swim is offering a free practice swim on August 24th… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 7/18

Hi MVMers, Pool Closure Coming Up: It was recently discovered that the main pump at Eagle Park Pool is beginning to fail. Unfortunately, repairing it will require a temporary closure of the pool, as the pump must be removed and taken off-site for repairs. The city already has a vendor, and the necessary parts so… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 7/10

Hi MVMers, MVM Summer Picnic: The Annual MVM Summer BBQ is this coming Sunday July 13 from 11:00 AM-4:00 PM. Come by anytime; partners, family and kids are welcome to join. Location is the Cuesta Park Group BBQ Area (sections #1 and #2). Parking lot is at Nilda Avenue and Cuesta Dr. Additional parking is… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 7/1

Hello MVMers, happy July! Here’s what’s coming up. 4th of July Holiday Hours: This coming Friday on the 4th of July, our workouts will be holiday hours – 6am, 7am, and 8am. Do NOT show up at 5am. MVM Summer BBQ: Save the date for our annual summer BBQ/picnic, which will be Sunday July 13… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 6/21

Hi MVMers, summer has arrived! Here’s the latest: MVM Summer BBQ: Save the date for our annual summer BBQ/picnic, which will be Sunday July 13 at Cuesta Park. We’ll have the grill going if you want to put something on for yourself. MVM will supply soft drinks. Bring something to share. Bring friends, partners, spouses,… Read More ›

Weekly Email – June 10th

Hi MVMers, Social Reminder: Our annual summer BBQ is July 13 at Cuesta Park. We’ll have the grill going if you want to put something on for yourself. MVM will supply soft drinks. Bring something to share. Friends, partners, spouses, and kids are welcome. Lots of room to run around for the little ones. We’re… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 6/1

Hello MVMers, Monday Evening Workouts: We are continuing our Monday night workouts. They are between 6:45 and 7:45. Be prepared to put covers on the pool at the end of the workout. Summer BBQ: Our annual summer BBQ/picnic will be at our usual spot in Cuesta Park, Mountain View, Sunday, July 13th. We will have… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 5/12

Hi MVMers, Monday evening workout: Don’t forget our second Monday evening workout is this evening from 6:45 to 7:45. Coach Flo’s Alcatraz Swim: Since 2022, MVM has organized an annual open water swim for MVM swimmers, friends and family in the Bay Area. We have done the Alcatraz swim a couple of times and a… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 5/5

Hello MVMers and Happy Cinco do Mayo! Here’s the news of the week: Monday evening practice: Don’t forget that tonight is the first MVM evening practice! Hop in the pool if you didn’t get enough swimming this morning or if you missed practice. We’ll have practices every Monday evening this month from 6:45 to 7:45…. Read More ›

Weekly Email – 4/28

Hi MVMers, Swim ‘n Schmear: This coming Saturday morning, May 3rd, will be another Swim ‘n Schmear. We’ll have bagels, coffee, and schmear right on the pool deck. Eat and mingle with fellow MVMers after practice. Evening Hours: We are excited to announce for the first time in the history of MVM we are offering… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 4/18

Hi MVMers, Annual Report: It only takes a few minutes but important to do. Our bylaws state that at least once a year, our members come together (in person or virtually) to approve the budget and board of directors. This year, you may vote online anytime between now and April 25. Your voting form can… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 4/11

Hello MVMers: Annual Report: Happy Spring! It is time for the team’s annual report and vote. Our bylaws state that at least once a year, our members come together (in person or virtually) to approve the budget and board of directors. This year, you may vote online anytime between now and April 25. Your voting… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 4/3

Hi MVMers: Pancake Breakfast: Al and Anita’s famous, fabulous pancake breakfast! It will be April 19th. starting after Saturday swim practice beginning around 7:00ish. The address is 1761 Pilgrim Avenue in Mountain View. No need to register. Just show up with your appetite. MVM Board Meeting: All MVM members are invited to join our monthly… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 3/19

Hi MVMers, ANSWER OUR SHORT SURVEY! We’re looking for EVERYONE’s thoughts about a new idea for MVM. It’ll take just a few minutes, and if you wish, you can enter your name/email at the end for a chance to win a $25 Amazon card. Click here to take the survey, or use the QR code… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 3/14

Hi MVMers, happy Pi day! We have a lot of news for you. February Fitness Auction Party: The Feb Fitness Auction Party is quickly approaching! Date is Thurs March 27, 5:30-7:30. $10/ person, guests welcome. Bring your appetite and a gift to auction off. (You get points for bringing a gift.) Use your hard earned… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 3/2

Hi MVMers, Many of you may have seen that tomorrow, March 3rd, there will be a soft opening of the new pool facility at Rengstorff Park. All of the City programs are moving there on Monday. MVM is not a City program therefore we will stay at Eagle. The water aerobic class that normally comes… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 2/25

Hi MVMers, here’s what is coming up: Swim ‘n Schmear: Our monthly pool schmoozing, with bagels, coffee, and schmear will be on deck for your enjoyment after this coming Saturday practice, March 1st. All welcome. Just show up and eat. 🙂 Misa’s Book Launch Party: After Swim ‘n Schmear there is Misa’s book launch party…. Read More ›

Weekly Email – 2/19

Hi MVMers, Thank you!: Thanks to all who participated in the Postal 1650 last Sunday. It was quite a success and lots of yummy baked goods. Don’t forget to send in your results here. Book Launch Party: Did you know our very own head coach, Misa, is an accomplished author? Come to her party to… Read More ›

Practice cancelled for tomorrow

The City just informed us the pool heater has not been fixed. Practice is cancelled for tomorrow morning, Monday, January 6th. This is a day-to-day situation. We’ll send out another notice tomorrow as to whether practice will he held on Tuesday morning. Again, NO practice tomorrow morning. Apologies for the inconvenience. Also, if you want… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 12/5

Hi MVMers, Hope everyone is in the swing of the holidays! Here’s what’s coming up: Holiday Party: December 8th starting at 6:30pm. Location is Shoup Park in Los Altos. You must register to attend and we are at the deadline. Here’s the link to sign up: Mountain View Masters Holiday Party Mountain View Masters Holiday… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 11/25

Hi MVMers: Holiday Schedule: Thanksgiving is almost here! That means we will do our traditional repeats Thanksgiving morning. We’ll hold two workouts at 6:00 and 7:30. Friday will also be holiday hours with three workouts at 6am, 7am, and 8am. Holiday Party: Save the date for our annual holiday party, December 8th starting at 6:30pm…. Read More ›

Weekly Email – 11/20

Hi MVMers, hope you are all staying warm and cozy now that the cold weather has arrived. Here’s what’s going on: Holiday Party: Our fabulous and fun Holiday Party will be held December 8th starting at 6:30pm. Location is Shoup Park in Los Altos. Here’s the link to sign up: Mountain View Masters Holiday Party… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 11/12

Hi MVMers, Holiday Party: Save the date. The Holiday Party is tentatively scheduled for December 8th at Shoup Park. More details to come as we get closer but the days are flying by and the holidays are here. Thanksgiving Swim: We will be doing our traditional repeats on Thanksgiving Day. Expect holiday hours. November Happy… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 11/1

Dear MVMers, Happy November 1st! It looks like the cool weather has finally arrived. It’s also ‘that time of year’ to renew your USMS membership for 2025. Gentle reminder you will not be able to participate in swim practices starting January 1, 2025 unless you are also a USMS member. I’ve included the link. Thanks… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 10/24

Hello MVMers, Social Event: Our October Swim ‘n Schmear is this coming Saturday, October 26th. Bagels and coffee will be on deck during (and right after) the Saturday morning practice. Drop in and enjoy! Pool closure this morning: A note from Marni, our MVM board president: Dear MVM, my apologies for those who tried to… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 10/2

Hello MVMers, Pool Covers: The new pool covers are here and the City is going to start covering the pool this coming Sunday night. That means Monday, October 7th is the first day the covers need to be pulled. To repeat, starting this coming Monday we will be pulling covers. Swimmers who come to the… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 9/17

Hello MVMers, lot’s of fun events coming up! Social Event Tomorrow Night: Quick reminder that tomorrow, Wednesday, is our happy hour from 5:30-7:30pm at State of Mind Public House and Pizzeria in Los Altos (101 Plaza N, Los Altos, CA). No need to sign up. Just come, hang out with fellow MVMers, and have fun!… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 9/12

Hello MVMers, Social Event/Happy Hour coming up: Wednesday, September 18th from 5:30-7:30pm at State of Mind Public House and Pizzeria in Los Altos (101 Plaza N, Los Altos, CA). As always, ample appetizers will be served. Reservation under “Lizy” or “Mountain View Masters”. No need to sign up. Just come, hang out with fellow MVMers,… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 8/29

Hello MVMers, Holiday Hours this Monday: We will have holiday hours this coming Monday, which is Labor Day. Swim practice will be at 6am, 7am, and 8am. Congratulations Mark!!: Last Saturday one of our own, Mark Tan, completed a 28 mile swim about Manhatten and he did it in just under 9 hours. It was… Read More ›

Weekly Email – follow up to yesterday’s email

Hi MVMers, here are a few things I forgot to say in yesterday’s Weekly Email: Swim ‘n Schmear: This coming Sunday, August 25th, we will have bagels and coffee on deck during swim practice. Open to all members. Sunday Clinic Update: Flip turn clinic with Jordan Keiser will take place at 8am this coming Sunday,… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 8/22

Hi MVMers, Lost and Found: If you lose anything at Eagle Pool, the lost and found is in the lobby – not in the office. If you aren’t sure where the lobby is just ask the coach on deck. Furthermore, the lost and found is emptied every Friday and contents taken away. We don’t know… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 8/13

Hello MVMers, Social Event: We will have a Happy Hour tomorrow evening, August 14th, at Olympus Cafe in downtown Mountain View starting at 5:30. MVM will buy the appetizers. Address is 135 Castro Street. Regular Practice Schedule on Saturday: Reminder that the City gave us back our 8am Saturday practice. We are back to having… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 8/8

Hi MVMers, Saturday Schedule: We are back to our regular schedule on Saturday, which is 6am, 7am, and 8am. Again, we will start having 8am workouts, which we stopped for a few weeks as requested by the City. Coaches Clinic: There will be a breast stroke clinic this Saturday at 7am with Coach Al. Clinic… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 7/26

Hi MVMers: Swim Clinics: We have two swim clinics this weekend. Saturday from 7-8 is breaststroke and Sunday from 8-9 is backstroke. These clinics are open to all MVM members. No need to sign up. August Happy Hour: Our next social event will be at 5:30, Wednesday, August 14th at Olympus Cafe. Address is 135… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 7/13

Hello MVMers, Summer Picnic: Our annual summer picnic is tomorrow, Sunday, July 14th at Cuesta Park in Mountain View. We will start setting up at 11am and picnic goes until mid-afternoon. Come and go whenever you want. Kids welcome. Bring something for yourself to grill and something to share. In the interest of resource conservation… Read More ›

Weekly Email – July 2nd

Hello MVMers, Holiday Hours: This coming Thursday is the 4th of July. We will have Holiday Hours – 6am, 7am, and 8am. Swim Clinic: Our next swim clinic is this coming Saturday, July 6. It will be a kick clinic from Coach Misa in the shallow pool from 7-8am. No need to sign up. Just… Read More ›

Eagle Pool is Open!

Hi Team, The mechanical equipment at Eagle Pool has been fixed. The pool is open, chlorine levels are within tolerance limits, and we will have swim practice as usual tomorrow morning, Tuesday, July 2nd. Apologies for the inconvenience these past few days. ~MVM

Weekly Email – 6/24

Air Quality Policy from the City of Mountain View: As fire season approaches, please note the city’s policy on air quality.  Based on readings from  https://airnow.gov/, anything over 150 is considered unsafe for all populations and practices will be cancelled.  We hope this won’t have to happen but thank you in advance for understanding should our local air get… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 6/20

Saturday Schedule Reminder: We will only have two workouts on Saturday – 6am and 7am. There will be no 8am workout. This will be the case for every Saturday going forward until we hear otherwise from the City. We are hoping to get back to our regular schedule soon. Swim ‘n Schmear: This coming Sunday, June 23rd, is… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 6/14 – Important Alert!

Hello MVMers: Alert! Schedule change on Saturday’s only: Unfortunately the city has delayed the opening of Rengstorff pool and as a result, our schedule will change for the summer to accommodate youth swim lessons. We’re sorry for the inconvenience…I think everyone is eager for the new pool to open. Beginning tomorrow, June 15, Saturdays will have only… Read More ›

May 23rd News

Holiday Hours on Memorial Day: Quick reminder we will have holiday hours this coming Monday, May 27, which is Memorial Day. Hours are 6am, 7am, and 8am. Happy Hour May 29: We will have a Happy Hour social event next week on Wednesday, May 29th, at Hanabi Sushi in Mountain View starting at 5:30pm. MVM will pay… Read More ›

Weekly News

Hello MVMers, Eagle Pool Closed: There will be no practices the weekend of March 23-24 due to the LAMVAC swim meet. February Fitness Challenge Party: For all those who participated in the February Fitness Challenge, or those who would just like to come to a fun pizza party with your fellow MVMers, please save the date. Party will be… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 1/20

Hello MVMers, here’s what’s coming up: A word from our MVM board president: Our Annual Member Meeting will be held on Saturday, Feb 3. This year we will be voting by paper ballot on deck during “Swim-n-Schmear.” If you plan to swim the 6:00, 7:00 or 8:00 AM, please take a moment to vote.With bagels… Read More ›

Important Announcement from our MVM Board President

Hello fellow swimmers! I’m Marni Weinstock, and I’ve been asked to serve as president. First, I’d like to start my term by wishing you a happy and healthy New Year! May 2024 be filled with good times and good swims. Next, I want to thank outgoing president Ryder Booth. And thank you to the outgoing… Read More ›

ALERT! BACK TO OUR REGULAR WORKOUT SCHEDULE

Hello MVMers: Good news! We’ve received word from the City that the pole lights are fixed and we can resume our normal schedule. Tomorrow, Friday, workouts are 5am, 6am, and 7am. It may be quite well illuminated on deck with all four pole lights on but that is what the City wants. Social Event: Reminder… Read More ›

Swim ‘n’ Smear Event this Saturday!

Hi MVMers, Our first social event of 2024! We are having another Membership Appreciation Day this Saturday, January 6th. Bagels and coffee will be available during the Saturday workouts. Your chance to hang out, eat, and drink (coffee) with your fellow swim team members. Happy Swimming, ~MVM

ALERT! WORKOUT SCHEDULE UNTIL THE LIGHTS GET FIXED

Hi MVMers, The City is not allowing up to hold practices before 6:30am. Until the lights get fixed, this is our new schedule: M,W,F – 6:30 and 7:15. We will have two workouts that are 45 minutes each and we have to be out of the pool at 8am. If 45 minutes isn’t enough swimming… Read More ›

ALERT! WORKOUT SCHEDULE THIS WEEKEND

Hi MVMers, here’s the workout schedule for tomorrow and Sunday: Saturday, Dec. 30 – 7am, 8am, and 9am, Sunday, Dec. 31 – 7am and 8am Quick reminder that Monday, January 1st will be our traditional 100 repeats. Workout starts at 7am. If you plan to start at 7:00 then be sure to arrive by 6:45… Read More ›

ALERT – SCHEDULE FOR THE UPCOMING WEEK

Hello MVMers, here’s our schedule for the upcoming week: Sunday, Dec. 24 – 7am and 8am Monday, Dec. 25 – 7am and 8am Tuesday, Dec. 26 – 6:30 and 7:45 Wednesday, Dec. 27 – 7am, 8am and 9am Thursday, Dec. 28. 6:30 and 7:45 Friday, Dec. 29. – 7am, 8am, and 9am Saturday, Dec. 30… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 12/17

Hello MVMers, Holiday Hours: Reminder that we will have holiday hours, 6am, 7am, and 8am, from Monday, Dec. 25 through Friday, Dec. 29. We will definitely have swim workouts on Christmas morning, New Years Eve morning, and New Years morning. Payments for 2024: If you would like to switch to quarterly or semi-annual payment plan… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 12/10

Hello MVMers! Last night’s Holiday Party: Many thanks for the wonderful Holiday Party last night! Thank you to the board for planning and putting it all together. Thank you Martha Branch for the great slide show. Thank you Adam Wilks for the trivia contest. Thank you to everyone who brought canned food for the food… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 12/6

Hello MVMers: Pictures for the Holiday Party: I know we are getting down to the wire but the slide show for the Holiday Party is still being compiled. If anyone has a picture they would like to submit – or a picture from a swim vacation (because we now have a special category) – then… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 11/20

Hello MVMers, Thanksgiving Hours: 6:30 and 7:45. We will be doing 50 repeats on the 1:30. If you come to the first workout plan to arrive no later than 6:15 to pull covers so we can start on time. If you swim the second workout plan to stay a few minutes after practice to help… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 11/15

Hello MVMers, Bulkhead!: Progress!We are excited to let you know the bulkhead was fixed today. Yay! We don’t have a date for the lane line between lanes 7&8 to return. It could be there tomorrow or it could be another week or two. We’ll let you know the moment we hear anything. Pool Covers: The… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 11/9

Hello MVMers, MVM Swim Caps: If you are interested in getting a silicone MVM swim cap then please fill out the online form. The caps are free but we need to know how many to order. The last day to fill out the form is tomorrow, Friday, November 10th. Here is the link: MVM Swim… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 10/24

Hello MVMers Postal on Sunday: This coming Sunday, October 29th, we will have the Fun One-Mile postal swim. See the link below for all the details. We’ll have coffee and baked goodies for all who participate. You have until October 31 to send in your entry. Cost is only $12. Please reply to this email… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 10/16

Hello MVMers: Bulkhead/Lanelines: Thank you all for your patience with the loose and missing lane lines. They should be fixed tomorrow, October 17th, along with the skewed bulkhead. The fix will happen after our practice so expect the pool to be back to normal on the 18th. This is our understanding from emails we have… Read More ›

Fishsticks – Catherine Capriles

Hi MVM, here is our Fishsticks of the Week featuring Catherine Capriles Where were you born: I was born right here in Mountain View at El Camino Hospital. In fact, I once again live with my parents who are still in the same house that they bought back in 1966 (they have upgraded and expanded… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 10/5

Hello MVMers, First, I hope everyone is staying cool. It’s going to be hot for the next three days. Here’s the latest: USMS Postal: Later this month, date to be determined, we will have a Postal Day. This is a USMS sanctioned event and it’s a 3,000 yard swim. We’ll have the usual coffee and… Read More ›

Fishsticks!

Hi MVMers, it has been a long time since I sent out a Fishsticks. For those of you who are new (or may simply have forgotten), Fishsticks is a “get to know your fellow MVMer” write-up. I am going to try to do one a week and my goal is to eventually get to the… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 9/23

Hello MVMers, Pool Covers: The City is starting to put covers back on the pool although they may not put them on every evening. It all depends on the air temperature of the day. Unfortunately the City is unable to let us know which days the covers will be on and which days they won’t…. Read More ›

Weekly Email – 9/18 (slightly more important than usual)

Hi MVMers, Important safety reminder! We had a pretty rough head-on collision last week that resulted in an injury. In order to prevent this from happening again, ALWAYS swim on the right-hand side of the lane. You would never cross a double yellow line on the road, even if the car in front of you… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 9/15

Hello MVMers, Pool Covers: The City will be putting covers back on the pool starting this Saturday evening. If you plan on swimming this Sunday morning then plan to arrive 10 minutes before practice starts (6:50am). Happy Hour: Our next happy hour social event will be Thursday evening, September 28th at Olympus Cafe. It will… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 9/1

Hello MVMers, Holiday Hours: This coming Monday, September 4th, is Labor Day. We will have holiday hours, which are 6am, 7am, and 8am. Sleep in! Alcatraz Swim: Coach Flo’s Alcatraz swim is tomorrow, September 2nd. MVM wishes all of you a wonderful swim and we know you’ll all do great! Have fun and take pictures…. Read More ›

Weekly Email – 8/22

Hello MVMers, Board Meeting: The board meeting for August will take place this coming Thursday, the 24th, at 6:30pm. All MVM members are allowed to attend. The meeting will be short as the agenda only has two items: -Financial Report -Coaches’ Report Zoom Link to join the meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81486169922 Textedly: If you are not receiving… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 8/15

Hello MVMers: Happy Hour Tonight: Last minute reminder that we are having happy hour this evening at Hanabi Sushi starting at 5:30pm. Address is 1040 Rengstorff Avenue in the Costco Shopping Center. https://sushihanabimv.com/ Alcatraz Swim: Our 2nd annual MVM Alcatraz Swim with Coach Flo is September 2nd. Use code MVM10% for a 10% discount on… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 8/4

Hello MVMers, August Happy Hour: I hope you like sushi. This month our happy hour will be held at Hanabi Sushi in Mountain View – August 15th starting at 5:30pm. Address is 1040 Rengstorff Avenue in the Costco Shopping Center. https://sushihanabimv.com/ Reminder: The ladies exercise class starts right after our workouts on Monday, Wednesday, and… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 7/25

Hello MVMers, August Social Event: Our next social event will happen August 15th in case you want to mark your calendars. We’re thinking of sushi. More details to come. New MVM T-shirts: Long-sleeved MVM t-shirts are now available. Deadline to order is the end of this month. Here is the link:https://forms.gle/xhjzRg3brpJZHFg49 MVM Hoodies: If anyone… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 7/21

Hi MVMers, MVM Merchandise: We now have long-sleeve MVM shirts available for sale. Order one to show your team spirit! Here is the link: https://forms.gle/xhjzRg3brpJZHFg49 Thanks in advance: Due to the lure of vacations during the summer we have a number of coaches away at the same time. You may see some new faces on… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 7/14

Hello MVMers, here’s what’s coming up: Annual MVM Summer BBQ: This coming Sunday, July 16th, from 11:30 AM-3:00 PM. Come by anytime, partners and kids are welcome to join. Location is the Cuesta Park Group BBQ Area (section #2). Parking lot is at Nilda Avenue and Cuesta Drive. Additional parking is available by the tennis… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 7/5

Hello MVMers, MVM Board Meeting: Date for the upcoming MVM board meeting is tomorrow, Thursday, July 6th. See attached for the agenda and here is the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81486169922. Any MVM member is allowed to attend. July Picnic: Summer picnic is July 16th at Cuesta Park. Alcatraz Swim: Our 2nd annual MVM Alcatraz Swim with… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 6/29

Hello MVMers: Holiday Hours coming up: We will have holiday hours on July 4th. Workouts are 6am, 7am, and 8am. We will not have holidayhours on July 3rd. Those workouts will be our normal 5am, 6am, and 7am. Lane Etiquette Guidelines and Reminders: We’ve been so excited to see more and more people at practice… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 6/21

Hello MVMers, happy first day of summer! Here’s the latest: Lap swim changes: Unfortunately, the city will no longer be allowing MVM members to swim for free during public lap swim hours starting July 1, 2023. The MVM board tried to negotiate this privilege into the new contract but the city was firm, stating budgetary… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 6/19

Hello MVMers, Two Social Event Reminders: Happy Hour this coming Thursday, June 22, at Ludwig’s on Castro Street. Starts at 5:30pm. For the party animals (which I’m not) it will probably last until 7:30 or 8:00. Stop by any time. Pancake breakfast this coming Saturday, June 24, at Coach Al and Anita’s house following the… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 6/9

Hello MVMers, June Happy Hour: Our happy hour this month will be at Ludwigs Biergarten in downtown Mountain View. Date is June 22nd and we’ll start at our usual time of 5:30pm. Address is 383 Castro Street. No reservations needed. Just show up. 🙂 Pancake Breakfast: Coach Al and Anita are hosting another fabulous pancake… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 5/18

Hello MVMers, Holiday Hours on Memorial Day: We will have holiday hours a week from this Monday on Memorial Day, May 29th. Hours will be 6am, 7am, and 8am. Lake Berryessa Open Water Swim: Let me know if you wish to participate in the Lake Berryessa Open Water swim on June 3rd. Coach Jonathan and… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 5/9

Hello MVMers, Happy Hour coming up: This coming Thursday is Cinco de Mayo + 6. Happy hour starting at 5:30. Meet at Agave on Castro Street at the outdoor seating in the back of the restaurant. Address is 194 Castro Street, Mountain View. https://www.agaveca.com/ Lake Berryessa Open Water Swim: Lake Berryessa has one of the… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 4/27

Hello MVMers, Perk of being an MVM member: As an MVM member you can participate in the City Lap Swim program for free. We are trying a new policy as we have run out of paper lap cards. If you attend Lap Swim just show the lifeguard your current PayPal receipt for MVM membership. If… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 4/12

Hi MVMers, February Fitness Auction Party: April 19th starting at 5:30. If you plan to attend please RSVP as soon as possible. We are buying food and need to know how much to get. Feel free to come even if you didn’t collect February. Fitness points. It’s always a fun event. Here is the link:… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 4/6

Hello MVMers, February Fitness Auction Party: Here is the link to sign up. All are welcome even if you didn’t accrue points during February. It’s a fun party! Deadline to register is April 17th as we need to plan the food. All details about the event are in the link. February Fitness Auction Party February… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 3/22

Hello MVMers, Happy Hour: First happy hour of the year! Olympus Cafe in downtown Mountain View, Thursday March 30th, starting at 5:30pm. Address is 135 Castro Street. Weather permitting although the current forecast is no rain. February Fitness Auction Party: The auction party will be held April 19th at the Historic Adobe House where we… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 3/11

Hi MVMers, Daylight Savings Time: It’s that time of year. Quick reminder to turn your clocks forward tonight. Alcatraz Swim: Back by popular demand. Coach Flo is organizing a private MVM Alcatraz swim on September 2nd when SF Bay is as warm as it gets. Here is the link: https://goteamup.com/p/50925-odyssey-open-water-swimmi/e/57140932-private-alcatraz-swim-mvm/ More details: Alcatraz to the… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 3/8

Hello MVMers, New coach: We are excited to let you know that Jonathan Hutt is joining our coaching staff. He starts this Friday and you’ll see him at 6am if you attend that workout. Welcome Jonathan! No practice March 18-19: LAMVAC has their swim meet the weekend of March 18-19 at Eagle Pool so our… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 3/1

Hello MVMers, Can you believe it’s March already? Spring is around the corner. Here’s what’s coming up- Vote for Board Members: It is that time of year to vote on the board members.The vote is completely anonymous and the survey will only be open until this Sunday, March 5th. See the link, below. You will… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 2/24

Hello MVMers, MVM Budget: Once a year the membership votes on the MVM budget. See attached if you’d like to review it.. The vote is informal and will happen tomorrow morning at the start of the 8am practice. Apologies for the last minute notice. We will take a vote from whomever swims that practice. No… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 2/18

Hello MVMers, Holiday Hours: This coming Monday, February 20th is President’s Day. We will have holiday hours – 6am, 7am and 8am. New MVM Event: March is Give (back) to the Community month or GTTC month. Donate blood and you will receive a custom MVM swim cap and ten points for the February Fitness Challenge…. Read More ›

Weekly Email – 2/9

Hello MVMers, February Fitness Challenge: The February Fitness Challenge is in full swing. If you want to participate there are cards in the office. Take one, put your name on it and start recording points for swimming workouts and pulling covers. Those points will turn into MVM Bucks you can use at our Auction in… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 1/31

Hi MVMers, news of the week: February Fitness Challenge: The February Fitness Challenge starts tomorrow! For those who don’t know what it is, here’s the explanation: during the entire month of February you have a chance to accumulate points. You get a point for every 15 minutes you swim in a workout with a maximum… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 1/23

Hello MVMers, 1-Hour Postal: Thank you to all who swam in the event – you made it a success!. And thanks to everyone who brought food to eat afterwards. Don’t forget to register your results with USMS. You’ll need the email address of your timer. Feel free to contact me and I’ll make sure you… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 1/9

Hello MVMers: Saturday Coffee: After a 3-year hiatus the Saturday coffees are back. It’s informal and impromptu. Meet at Peets on Castro after the last workout on Saturday. Just show up if you feel like it – but there will be some MVMers there. Holiday Hours on January 16th: January 16th is MLK Day. Hours… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 1/5

Hello MVM Team, Pool Open: Pool is open and workouts are resuming tomorrow, Friday, January 6th. Workout times are 5am, 6am, and 7am as usual. Reminder #1: Tuesday and Thursday are now just two workouts: 5:30 and 6:45am. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday stay the same. Reminder #2: If you have not registered with USMS then… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 12/19

Hello MVMers, Hope you are all having a nice holiday! Here’s the latest: Repeats: We will be swimming the second of our Triple Crown workouts on December 24th. It will be 75 repeats going every minute and a half. If you plan on swimming, arrive no later than 6:30 to pull covers. Repeats will start… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 11/29

Hello MVMers, Holiday Party: Quite a few have signed up but if you are planning on attending then please fill out the survey as soon as possible. We need to plan the amount of food we buy. Here’s the link: https://forms.gle/QGHb15RsXFkQm4rWA Quick reminder that the Holiday Party is December 11th. Cost is $10 per person…. Read More ›

Holiday Party PayPal link – correction

Hi team, it has come to our attention that the PayPal link on the survey for the Holiday Party is for a $20 payment. If you are only paying for one person, the fee is $10. Here is the correct link for that: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=6D7YMPZLMHXAA Apologies for the confusion.

Weekly Email – 11/23

Hi MVMers, here’s the news of the week. Holiday Hours: Reminder that tomorrow, Thanksgiving, we will have two workouts – 6:15 and 7:45am. We’ll be doing our classic repeats. If you plan to attend the first workout please arrive by 6:00am to pull covers. If you swim the second workout then plan to help put… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 11/16

Hello MVMers, here’s the news/info of the week: Holiday Party: Our last big bash of 2022 will be held December 11th, starting 5pm at Shoup Park in Los Altos. Fee is $10. You can pay cash to a coach on deck but rumor has it that we are setting up a PayPal account. Stay tuned… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 11/10

Hi MVMers, here’s the latest. Brute Squad Day: Brute Squad is this coming Sunday the 13th. No Sunday practice because of this event. Quick recap, the event will be held from 7-9am. Plan to show up around 6:45 to pull covers and get organized. Here are the details: -No registration is involved. Just show up… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 11/4

Hello MVMers, here’s the latest: Time Change: Don’t forget to turn your clocks back this Saturday evening as we are going off Daylight Savings Time. If you forget you will be an hour early for practice on Sunday morning. Brute Squad: It’s coming up! Brute Squad Day will be Sunday, November 13th. We’d like to… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 10/27

Hello MVMers, here’s the latest. Pancake Breakfast: This coming Saturday, Oct. 29th, Coach Al and Anita are hosting a pancake breakfast. Come any time after Saturday practice. It doesn’t matter if you swim at 6am, 7am, or 8am, the breakfast will still be going. Address is 1761 Pilgrim Avenue in Mountain View. Brute Squad: Official… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 10/24

Hello MVMers, here’s what’s coming up: Pancake Breakfast: Yay! Pancake breakfast at Anita and Coach Al’s house this coming Saturday, October 29th. It will start around 7:30am and go for most of the morning. You can still make the festivities even if you swim the 8am practice. You don’t have to bring anything. Address is… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 10/17

Hello MVers, Pool Covers: The City is now putting pool covers back on. For all who come to the first workout of the day, please plan on arriving 10-15 minutes early to help pull covers. Brute Squad: So far we have seven people who want to participate in the Brute Squad. This is a virtual… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 10/12

Hello MVMers, USMS: Reminder that starting Jan. 1, 2023 you must be a USMS member to swim with MVM. You can join online starting November 1st. Holiday Party: After skipping our Holiday Party for two years due to COVID we are thinking of bringing it back. Please fill out the survey so that we have… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 10/6

Hello MVMers, Happy October! Here’s the latest: New members: Welcome! One perk of being a member is that you can get a lap card, which allows you to swim (free) during the City of Mountain View lap swims hours. It could come in handy in case you miss our morning workout but really want to… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 9/26

Hello MVMers, Swim Parkas: Fall is here and it is going to start getting colder. The Parka Committee (thank you Lizy M.) is in the early stages of researching MVM parkas. Do any of you have an opinion as to what brand has the warmest parkas? Social Events: Our happy hour social last week was… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 9/20

Hi MVMers, Social Event: Happy Hour tomorrow, September 21st. Location is Olympus Caffe at 135 Castro Street. Will start around 5:30. Here’s the link to their website: https://cafeolympus.com/. Admin: If you are currently a monthly dues paying member and want to switch to the quarterly plan, now is the time to make the change. Please… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 9/13

Hello MVMers, glad the heat wave is behind us and the pool temps have come down. Here’s the news of the week: Congratulations to our Open Water swimmers! Big Blue Adventure in Lake Tahoe: Holly Rudel came in first overall in the 2.4 miles swim in the female division. Courtney Hutchinson came in second in… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 8/25

Hello MVMers, we hope your summer has been going well. Here are some announcements for the week. Tahoe Swimmers: Congratulations to Jessica Sutter, Sarah MacMahon, and Janet Beegle for completing the 2.7 mile swim at Donner Lake on August 13th. Also congratulations to Martha Branch for coming in first in her age group at the… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 8/14

Hello MVMers, New Rengstorff Swim Facility: If you want to see what is happening at the Rengstorff Pool construction site then here’s the link:https://www.senserasystems.com/public/project/RengstorffAquatic Courtesy of Ed Pereira. Thanks, Ed! Display Case at Eagle: We have a display case dedicated to MVM located on the exterior wall behind the deep end of the pool. It… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 8/9

Hello MVMers, Survey thank-you:Thanks to all of you who filled out the survey, especially on such a short notice. Very much appreciated. New Members: Welcome to all new members! If you have any questions don’t hesitate to speak to the coaches on deck. We’re here to help. Textedly: Quick reminder for new members about Textedly…. Read More ›

Weekly Email – 7/26

Hello MVMers, Survey:We have a short survey to be completed before Thursday July 28, 7pm. We are collecting member’s input in order to best understand swim practice preferences. Here is the link: https://forms.gle/F8sE3GSx53KEj5gS7 It only takes a minute to fill out and your participation would be greatly appreciated. Textedly: Quick reminder for new members about… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 7/20

Hello MVMers, I hope you are all having a nice summer! News of the week: Stroke Clinic: Coach Chris is having a backstroke clinic this coming Saturday, July 23, at 8:00am in the small pool. Alcatraz Swim: If you have never swam from Alcatraz to San Francisco, but always wanted to, here is your chance…. Read More ›

Weekly Email – 7/8

Hello MVMers, here’s the news of the week: Summer Picnic: Our picnic is tomorrow, July 9th, from 10:30am – 2:00pm-ish, at Cuesta Park. Come and go as you please. Children and other family members welcome. MVM will provide a few items to to drink, including water. In the interest of resource conservation we suggest you… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 7/1

Hi MVMers, Happy July 1st! Here’s the latest: Summer Picnic: You should all be getting an evite if you haven’t received it already. It’s our annual summer picnic bash – July 9th at Cuesta Park. Arrive anytime starting at 10:30 and it goes until mid-afternoon. Bring something for yourself to put on the grill and… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 6/20

Hello MVMers, I hope you all had a good Father’s Day and Happy Juneteenth. News of the week: Stroke Clinic: This Saturday at 8am Coach Tina is giving a freestyle stroke clinic. These clinics are free to all MVM members. You don’t need to sign up ahead of time. Summer Barbecue: Saturday, July 9th, is… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 6/13

Hello MVMers, here is the news of the week: COVID: Last week we had two swimmers who reported they tested positive for COVID. MVM asks that if you test positive you should return to the pool no earlier than 10 days + a negative test. COVID seems to be everywhere right now and it’s common… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 6/8

Hello MVMers, news of the week: Coaches Clinics: This summer will be having free clinics for any MVM member that is interested. Our first clinic will be this coming Saturday, June 11th, run by Coach Al. It is a breaststroke clinic held at 8am in the shallow pool. The following Saturday, June 18th, will be… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 5/30

Hello MVMers, I hope you are all having a nice Memorial Day weekend. Here’s the latest from MVM: Carpool to Lake Berryessa: This is a beautiful open water swim and not too late to enter. Date is June 4th and an MVM group is going. If you want to carpool, meet in the Eagle parking… Read More ›

Weekly Email 5/20

Happy Friday everyone! News of the week: Holiday Hours: Monday, May 30th, is Memorial Day. We will have holiday hours that day. Workouts are 6am, 7am, and 8am. Sleep in! Open water events: There are two great open water swims coming up in June. Lake Berryessa on June 4th https://www.usms.org/events/events/2022-lake-berryessa-open-water-swims?ID=9277 Lake Del Valle on June… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 5/12

Hello MVMers, here’s the news of the week: Happy Hour Event: It’s tonight! Cinco de Mayo + 7, otherwise know at May 12th. Venue is Agave Mexican Bistro starting at 5:30. Look for us in the back where there is outdoor seating. Address is 194 Castro Street. Here is the link: http://www.agaveca.com/ We hope to… Read More ›

Fishsticks – Meet Jessica Sutter

Hello MVMers, here is another edition of Fishsticks (otherwise known as get-to-know-your-fellow-swimmers). Meet Jessica Sutter. She’s the person to go to if you have any questions about astronomy! Or backpacking. Where were you born? Portland OR Where did you grow up? Portland OR What schools did you go to? Whitman College in Walla Walla, WA… Read More ›

Weekly Email 5/3

Hello MVMers, Happy May! News of the week: Social Event: We are calling this Cinco de Mayo + 7. We’ll have a happy hour on May 12th at Agave Mexican Restaurant. Address is 194 Castro Street in downtown Mountain View. They have outdoor seating in the back and that is where we will be starting… Read More ›

Weekly Email 4/17

Hello MVMers, I hope you are enjoying the weekend and beautiful weather. Here is the latest news, info, and updates. New members: Welcome to MVM! Here are a few things to know about being an MVMer: 1. Lap cards. You can get a lap card to swim free during City hours in case you can’t… Read More ›

Fishsticks – Dave Finlay

Hi team, here you your latest in the Fishsticks series (formerly know as Get To Know Your Fellow Swimmers). Meet Dave Finlay: Where were you born? I was born in Dublin, Ireland in 1971. Where did you grow up? I grew up in Dublin leaving Ireland at the age of 22 for good

GTKYFS is now Fishsticks

Hi MVMers, As you know I have been doing a series called Get To Know Your Fellow Swimmers with the initials GTKYFS. But, the initials are pretty awkward so, with a suggestion by Chris Lindstrom (thank you Chris), I am going to call my series ‘Fishsticks’. So here is your Fishsticks for the week –… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 4/1

Hello MVMers, New members: As of today, April 1st, we have 31 new members. Welcome to MVM and Eagle Pool! About once a week you will get a Weekly Email with news of the team. Locker rooms: Here is the latest from the City – “The locker rooms will be closed for an additional two… Read More ›

GTKYFS – Eilish Byrne

Get To Know Your Fellow Swimmer of the week – meet Eilish Byrne – with a family picture. Where were you born? Meriden, CT Where did you grow up? Same place I was born Where did you go to school? Undergrad was at the University of Pennsylvania, where I also swam. And, I remained in… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 3/25

Hello MVMers – news/info of the week: February Fitness Party: Sign-ups are at the pool. If you wish to attend then let the coach know. It’s important we get a head count so that we know how much food to order. Currently we have 18 people signed up. Here are the details: -Date – Wednesday,… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 3/25

Hello MVMers – news/info of the week: February Fitness Party: Sign-ups are at the pool. If you wish to attend then let the coach know. It’s important we get a head count so that we know how much food to order. Currently we have 18 people signed up. Here are the details: -Date – Wednesday,… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 3/25

Hello MVMers – news/info of the week: February Fitness Party: Sign-ups are at the pool. If you wish to attend then let the coach know. It’s important we get a head count so that we know how much food to order. Currently we have 18 people signed up. Here are the details: -Date – Wednesday,… Read More ›

Get to know your fellow swimmers (GTKYFS) – Andrea Bowring

Hello MVMers, here is our next installment of GTKYFS. Meet Andrea Bowring: Where were you born and where did you grow up? Just outside of Philadelphia What school(s) did you attend after high school? I studied Materials Science and Engineering at Cornell and then doctoral work at Stanford. What job/career have you had after college?… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 3/18

Hello MVMers, Locker rooms: Still no word from the City as to when we can get in them. We will let you all know the moment we find out. February Fitness Party: Save the date. Our Feb Fit Auction Party to be held Wednesday, April 6th, starting at 5:30pm. We will have a sign-up sheet… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 3/11

Hello MVMers, here is the news/info of the week. Daylight Savings: It starts this Sunday, March 13. Don’t forget to set your clocks forward. Thank-you!: A big thank you to all who voted for the board&budget. It’s much appreciated that you took the time to do it. And a thank you to all who attended… Read More ›

Get to know your fellow swimmers – Karene Lees

Hello MVMers, Another edition of GTKYFS. Meet Karene Lees. Just found out today that she likes to go by K. See picture, below. I’m starting to learn that we have some photographers on our team. 1. Where were you born? I’m a native California girl! 2. Where did you grow up? I spent my formative… Read More ›

Weekly Email -3/1

Hello MVMers, Happy March 1st! Back to Eagle: As you know we will return to Eagle this coming Monday, March 7th. Reminder that we will not have the use of the locker rooms for one week until March 14th. This means the locker room bathrooms as well. The public restrooms located outside the facility will… Read More ›

Get to know your fellow swimmers (GTKYFS) #5

Hello MVMers, meet Conor O’Neill. A new member and our featured GTKYFS. Where were you born? / Where did you grow up? I was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. I grew up in Kelowna, British Columbia – it’s a small city in the mountains of BC. It has a very similar climate to the… Read More ›

Get to know your fellow swimmers

Happy Friday everyone! Here’s another installment of “Get to know your fellow swimmers – Marian Concus”. Marian is one of our original swimmers. Where were you born? Berkeley, CA Where did you grow up? Berkeley, CA Schools attended? UC Berkeley for a while. I was in Flutist Michel Debost’s Master Class in Paris for two… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 2/24

Hello MVMers, Back to Eagle: Here’s some news we have been waiting for! Eagle Park Pool will reopen on Monday, March 7, 2022. All aquatic programs, lap swim, drop-in water exercise, Masters Swimming, and LAMVAC will transfer to Eagle Pool beginning Monday, March 7. Unfortunately due to construction, facility use will be limited. Locker rooms… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 2/18

Hello MVMers, Practice is on for tomorrow: Apologies about practice getting cancelled at the last minute this morning. The culprit was the chlorine pump. Again! We will have practice tomorrow, Feb. 19th, as usual. Textedly: A text was sent this morning at 5am-ish to let you all know that practice was cancelled this morning. If… Read More ›

Get to know your fellow MVMers – Kim Carlson

Here is #3 in our series of “Get to Know Your Fellow MVM Swimmers” – Kim Carlson How long have you been swimming with MVM: 16 years. Born and raised: Seal Beach, CA Schools: Stanford undergrad, med school at Tufts. Career: Internist at Palo Alto Medical Foundation in Mountain View. The last two years have… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 2/15

Hello MVMers, hope you all had a nice Valentine’s Day. Gentle reminder for 9 a.m. lap swimmers: Please check in with the lifeguards at the front desk if you plan to do the lap swim at 9 a.m. If you are already in the pool during the 8 a.m. workout, you still need to get… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 2/11

Hello MVMers, Return to Eagle: looks like our return to Eagle will be sometime in March. We don’t have a definite date yet but hopefully it will be in the first half of the month. Swim Outlet Deal: Did you know that if you make a purchase at the Swim Outlet website that part of… Read More ›

Get to know your fellow MVMers – #2

‘Meet your fellow MVMers series’ – John Breakwell: Born: Boston Grew up: Palo Alto Schools: Palo Alto High School, Stanford undergraduate, Stanford doctorate in aeronautics and astronautics. (Editor’s note: Palo Alto HS is also my high school. Go Vikings!) Career: Worked at Lockheed. Specialty was telescopes. Some of his projects were: Lick Observatory (San Jose),… Read More ›

Get to know your fellow MVMers

Hello Team, We are starting a new series of emails called, “Get to know your fellow swimmers”. Our first featured swimmer is Elia Wu Anderson. Here’s Elia and see attached for her picture. Q: Where were you born? A: Shanghai, China Q: Where did you grow up? A: Shanghai Q: Where did you go to… Read More ›

Back at the pool on Tuesday February 8th, 2022

The mechanical issue with the chlorine pump has been fixed. We will be holding practice Tuesday, morning.

Workout cancelled on Monday Feb 7th 2022

The chlorine pump isn’t working properly.

Weekly Email – 2/1

Hello MVMers, Happy February 1st and Happy Lunar New Year! One-hour Postal wrap up: Thank you to all who swam the one-hour postal! We had a total of 30 swimmers participate and we might be in the running for a monetary prize from USMS. This is a nation-wide competition so keep your fingers crossed. It’s… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 1/24

Hello MVMers, Parking Alert: There is a good chance that the RVs along Cristanto Street will be parked in the parking lot tomorrow, Tuesday, January 25. We’re not 100% sure but just in case be ready to park in the overflow parking lot. One-Hour Postal: Thank you to all who participated yesterday in the 1-Hour… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 1/20

Hello MVMers, One hour virtual postal: It’s this coming Sunday, the 23rd. We have seventeen swimmers but there is still room for more and it’s not too late to join in case you have FOMO. We even have a friendly competition for the best homemade treat as well. My chocolate chip banana bread is hard… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 1/14

Hello MVMers, Happy Friday! News of the week and reminders: Holiday Hours: This Monday we are having holiday hours for MLK day. Hours are 6am, 7am, and 8am. One hour swim: Our virtual/postal swim will be held a week from this Sunday, the 23rd. The deadline to sign up for the swim with USMS is… Read More ›

Weekly Email – 1/11

Hello MVMers, Holiday Hours: On MKL Day, January 17, our hours will be 6am, 7am, and 8am. One-hour virtual postal: We will have this swim on Sunday, January 23rd. We will start about 6:45, so arrive a bit earlier than that to pull covers. We need an early start so that swimmers who count laps… Read More ›

MVM Weekly Email – Jan. 4

Hello MVMers, I hope everyone had a really nice holiday. Here is the News/Info for the week: Hot Water: Water heater for the men’s locker room has been fixed. Yay! General Swimming Etiquette: Thank you to everyone for being flexible about what lanes you swim in when the pool gets crowded, and communicating with coaches… Read More ›

Weekly Email – Dec. 27

Hello MVMers! I hope you are having a nice holiday. News of the week: Holiday Hours: 6:00 and 7:30am this Friday, December 31st. It will be our last set of repeats. If you want to do 100 repeats then come at 6am. 7:00 and 8:00am on Saturday, January 1st. If you swim the second workout… Read More ›

Weekly Email – Dec. 12/19

Hello MVM, Lot’s of news this week so here goes: Holiday hours: Dec. 24th – two practices, 6am and 7:30am. We are doing 2x50x50 repeats. Dec. 25th – two practices, 7am and 8am. Dec. 31st – two practices, 6am and 7:30am. This will be our third and final repeat workout. Coaches: Just FYI, over half… Read More ›

MVM News – Dec. 10

Hello MVMers! Happy December and here are the announcements/news of the week. Holiday Hours: Dec. 24 is our 2x50x50 repeats. We will have two practices – 6:00am and 7:30am. If you want to do 100 repeats then come to the first practice and stay for both.                            Dec. 25 will be two… Read More ›

MVM News – December 3rd 2021

Hi MVM Team, Update on practice cancellation today: I hope you all received an email or text that practice was cancelled this morning due to an equipment failure in the mechanical room. At some point during the night the ‘No Flow’ alarm was activated. When there is no flow then everything in the pump room… Read More ›