What they call their work
What they do
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Competitive and Learn-to-Swim Programs 2 activities
- Offer swim instruction programsProvides structured swim lessons for individuals of all skill levels, from beginners to intermediate swimmers, taught by certified instructors at the club’s facility during the summer season.
- Run competitive youth swim and dive team programOperates a competitive swim and dive team for youth up to age eighteen that participates annually in the Staten Island Interclub league, hosts home meets, and provides post-meet meals (one slice of pizza per participant). The team has won multiple championships between 2020 and 2025.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Facilitate member communication and information sharingCommunicates with nearly 500 member families through multiple channels including email, text alerts, video signage, social media, home mailings, flyers, and physical signage. Maintains an ongoing informational series called "Did You Know" to inform members about club operations, rules, and procedures.
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Host member social and family eventsOrganizes and hosts a variety of social events for members, including live band entertainment, Friday Night Festivals, DJ events, scavenger hunts, family camp outs, themed parties such as Designer Bag Bingo, and pre-championship pasta parties.
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Private Club Dining Services 1 activity
- Operate member-only Beer Club with seasonal offeringsProvides weekly access to a rotating selection of craft and domestic beers for Beer Club members during the summer season at the club facility.
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Private Social and Recreational Clubs 1 activity
- Operate private swimming and recreational facilities for membersConstructs, owns, and operates a swimming pool and recreational facilities including tennis courts, playgrounds, picnic areas, and a clubhouse for the exclusive use of its members during the summer season. The facility is operated on a scheduled basis with opening dates and times communicated to members.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Organize volunteer work parties and service opportunitiesOrganizes regular volunteer work parties (e.g., from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm) and provides service hour opportunities for students aged 15 and older to support the operation and maintenance of the club.
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Event Venue Rental Services 1 activity
- Provide clubhouse rentals for private eventsOffers rental of the clubhouse facility to non-members if sponsored by a current member, and at a discounted rate for members. The clubhouse includes three rooms and can accommodate events up to 4 hours in duration, with a maximum occupancy of 86 people in the main room. Rentals include staffing and are used for events such as school field days, barbecues, and private celebrations.
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Who runs it
- BILL FELCHI — DIRECTOR
- BRIAN PAUL — DIRECTOR
- JON LODUCA — DIRECTOR
- JUDY SHAMING — DIRECTOR
- KRIS SJOLANDER — VICE PRESIDE
- LOUIS LOPEZ — DIRECTOR
- LUCIA BOYLAN — DIRECTOR
- MARK IMPERATO — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL CHAMBERS — DIRECTOR
- PAUL BARRETT — SECRETARY
- SEAN KELLY — DIRECTOR
- STEPHANIE BARA — DIRECTOR
- SUSAN BOYLE — TREASURER
- WILLIAM BOYD — PRESIDENT
Who they work with
- ARCHIMEDES Partner — Live musical performance at the club's July 4th 'Do Over' celebration.
- Call it a Wrap Partner — In-house snack stand operator available for catering events at the clubhouse
- Great Kills Swim Club Partner — Co-participant in the Staten Island Interclub swimming and diving competition.
- Kris Sjolander Partner — Board member and incoming leader of the Board of Directors.
- Paul Barrett Partner — Membership lead assuming the Vice President role on the Board.
- Richmond County Swim Club Partner — Co-participant in the Staten Island Interclub swimming and diving competition.
- South Shore Swim Club Partner — Co-participant and competitive rival in the Staten Island Interclub swimming and diving competition.
- Staten Island Interclub league Partner — Sponsors a Swim & Dive team that competes in the Staten Island Interclub league, composed of other local swim clubs.
- Ultimate Swim Shop Partner — Official vendor for team suits and personalized caps, with distribution coordinated through the club.
- Village Greens Swim Club Partner — Co-participant in the Staten Island Interclub swimming and diving competition.
- hillsideclubhouseinfo@gmail.com Partner — Contact point for families seeking service hour opportunities for students.
- hillsideswimclub@gmail.com Partner — Primary contact point for members to update contact information and receive communication support.
How they approach the work
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- Membership-Based Recreation for Health and Welfaremethodology: membership-based recreationBy operating a private, membership-based recreational facility, the organization promotes health and general welfare through structured access to swimming and related activities, because consistent, community-rooted recreation supports physical well-being and social cohesion.
- Shared Responsibility and Ownership Modelmethodology: shared_ownershipBy fostering shared responsibility and shared ownership among members, the club sustains a safe, collaborative, and enjoyable environment because member investment in operations and culture increases stewardship, engagement, and long-term sustainability.
- Structured, Skill-Based Swim Instructionmethodology: skills-based swim instructionBy delivering structured, self-paced swim instruction led by certified instructors, the club supports individualized skill development because matching instruction to ability level within a consistent framework improves learning outcomes and swim readiness.
- Youth Development Through Competitive Engagementmethodology: competitive-youth-developmentBy engaging youth in annual swimming and diving competitions, the club promotes skill advancement and summer engagement because structured rivalry and goal-oriented participation foster motivation, discipline, and personal growth.