| The first CMSC practice, at Inglewood Pool, January 1977. Club founder Henry Rechel is in the lower left of the picture. Our first coach, Alex Wallis, is in the lower right. Does anyone recognize others? |
| The first CMSC practice, at Inglewood Pool, January 1977. Club founder Henry Rechel is in the lower left of the picture. Our first coach, Alex Wallis, is in the lower right. Does anyone recognize others? |
In 1976, Henry had an idea to form a masters swim club in Calgary. At the time, Swim Alberta did not have any notion where to even begin with such an undertaking. Henry placed an advertisement in the Calgary Herald, and alas 5 swimmers showed up for the first workout. From such a modest start, CMSC has grown over the years to a club of over 130 members, with one of the finest coaching staffs in the nation and an offering of ten workouts per week.
It was Henry's vision of forming a masters swim club that has enabled past and present CMSC members to benefit from friendships, fitness, and opportunities for swimming competition. Rob Davis presented Henry with an Honorary CMSC Membership in the form of a laser engraved wooden plaque. Henry shared a few of his thoughts and experiences over the years with the club to all those who attended. The CMSC wishes Henry and his family the best in the future.