# MVN Dive > Mission Viejo Nadadores Dive Team ## Posts - [Nadador David Colturi Reflects On Porto Flavia World Cup](https://mvndiving.com/news/nadador-david-colturi-reflects-on-porto-flavia-world-cup/) - [MV Will Host The Netherlands For 2028 Olympic Games](https://mvndiving.com/news/mv-will-host-the-netherlands-for-2028-olympic-games/) - [Nadadores Honor Legendary Coach at the Ron O’Brien Invitational](https://mvndiving.com/meet/nadadores-honor-legendary-coach-at-the-ron-obrien-invitational/): Each spring, the Mission Viejo Nadadores proudly host the Ron O’Brien Invitational, an annual tradition that honors one of diving’s greatest icons. But this year, the meet took on a deeper meaning. Following the passing of legendary coach Dr. Ron O’Brien on November 19, 2024, at the age of 86, the Nadador community came together not just to compete—but to celebrate a legacy that helped shape generations of divers and coaches. The passing of a Titan. Dr. O’Brien’s influence on the sport is unparalleled. With a career that spanned over three decades, he led U.S. Olympic divers to 12 medals […] - [MVND to Host USA Diving in Pre-Olympic Games Camp](https://mvndiving.com/news/mvnd-to-host-usa-diving-in-pre-olympic-games-camp/) - [Renaming of the MAC Dive Well The "Dr. Ron O'Brien Dive Well"](https://mvndiving.com/press-articles/renaming-of-the-mac-dive-well-the-dr-ron-obrien-dive-well/): PRESS RELEASE Mission Viejo, California – The Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving Team announces the renaming of the dive well at the Marguerite Aquatics Complex, the “Dr. Ron O’Brien Dive Well.” The City Council approved the proposal at its March 25th Meeting. “To honor Ron and name our dive well after an 8-time Olympic Coach who had such a historical impact on the team and community is just the right thing to do,” said Michele Mitcell, Ph.D., two-time Olympic Silver Medalist and Executive Director of the Nadadores. “Ron was the genesis of our program. In 1980 six Nadador divers earned their […] - [Mission Viejo to Host 2025 USA Diving Junior National Championships](https://mvndiving.com/news/mission-viejo-to-host-2025-usa-diving-junior-national-championships/) - [MVNF Elections](https://mvndiving.com/events/mvnf-elections/): Dear Nadadores, The Mission Viejo Nadadores Foundation Board invites you to join us for the 2024 Annual Meeting at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at Norman P. Murry Center.  Your MVNF Board and MVN coaches will present the State of the Club.  You will also hear from your MVNF Board Candidates and be able to submit your vote.  All in attendance, Swim and Dive, will earn two volunteer hours. There are two (2) open positions for the MVN Foundation Board representing the Dive team.  These positions are for a 3-year term.  Candidates have each submitted an application and bio. John […] - [Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving at Olympic Trials](https://mvndiving.com/news/mission-viejo-nadadores-diving-at-olympic-trials/): The prestige in USA Diving is no greater than this, the ultimate qualifier organized only once a quadrennial with the chance to represent your country on the world’s largest stage, the Olympic Games. This year that opportunity was hosted at The Allan Jones Intercollegiate Aquatic Center in Knoxville, Tennessee, from June 17th to the 23rd, and the Mission Viejo Nadadores had nine representatives competing in five different events. The Olympic Trials is one of the most grueling, pressure-packed tests of consistency and mental fortitude a diver will face in their career. “Valuable experience at their first Olympic Trials showing.” In […] - [MVND Hosts TYR America's Cup International Invitational](https://mvndiving.com/news/mvnd-hosts-tyr-americas-cup-international-invitational/): The Nadadores were proud to have the largest contingent of athletes represented on Team USA for the inaugural America’s Cup. - [Mission Viejo Dominates Regional Championships](https://mvndiving.com/meet-results/mission-viejo-dominates-regional-championships/): During the last weekend of April and the first weekend of May, the Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving Team, led by Head Coach and High Performance Director, John Appleman, divided and conquered USA Diving’s Regional Championships around the country. These are the first moves towards qualifying for the National Championships later this summer, and USA Diving hosts ten Regional qualifiers around the United States, which leads to six Zone Championships, and eventually the coveted USA Diving Junior Olympic Summer National Championships, set for July 29th to August 7th, in Morgantown, West Virginia.  Nadadores perform well and have fun throughout the competitions. […] - [Impressive Diving from the Nadadores at Ron O'Brien](https://mvndiving.com/meet-results/impressive-diving-from-the-nadadores-at-ron-obrien/): This year’s Ron O’Brien Invitational, honoring the legacy of Nadador and Olympic Coach, Ron O’Brien, was held at the Marguerite Aquatic Complex in Mission Viejo, CA, over two consecutive weekends in mid March. The 16th and 17th hosted the Novice diving events, and the 22nd through 24th set the stage for some of the best Junior Olympic divers in the state of California, including a few out of state teams as far away as Edmonton, Canada. 350 divers descended from the springboards and platforms over these two weekends, and the Blue and Gold had quite the stellar performance.  “Proud of […] - [The Nadadores Compete in Fort Lauderdale's Wendy Wyland Invite](https://mvndiving.com/meet/the-nadadores-compete-in-fort-lauderdales-wendy-wyland-invite/): The Mission Viejo Nadadores flew coast to coast in early March to attend this year’s Wendy Wyland Memorial Invitational in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This was the first Wendy Wyland Invite FTLD has hosted since the pool’s shutdown in 2018. The Fort Lauderdale Aquatic Complex boasts the world renown Swimming Hall of Fame, and with the recent remodel, mostly affecting the diving well, has new springboards and platforms, including high diving platforms above the 10m reaching heights of 15m, 20m, 24m, and 27m.  “The blue and gold finished fourth overall.” While none of the Nadadores competed in any high diving events, […] - [Colturi in New Zealand](https://mvndiving.com/meet-results/colturi-in-new-zealand/): The Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series comes to a close for another season, hosting its 2023 season finale in Auckland, New Zealand. The original date was set for late November, but a water issue in the Viaduct Harbor where the event was being held postponed the finale for late January 2024. It’s a first time stop for the World Series to come to New Zealand, and the Kiwi Nation didn’t disappoint, showcasing a colorful and action packed event, with over 55,000 spectators throughout the weekend.  “In contention for earning a permanent spot.” Of the 24 divers fighting for top […] - [Head Coach, John Appleman, On KCAL News](https://mvndiving.com/news/head-coach-john-appleman-on-kcal-news/): Meet John Appleman, coach of the Mission Viejo Nadadores, who uses a blend of science and math — specifically physics — to lead his team of divers who are working to earn a spot on the US Olympics diving team. Olga Ospina reports. - [The Nadadores' Campbell and Colturi Prepare for Doha](https://mvndiving.com/announcements/the-nadadores-campbell-and-colturi-prepare-for-doha/): 2024 will be a big year for athletes around the globe, with many setting their sites on the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France. This includes olympic hopefuls here in Southern California, more than a few swimmers and divers with the Mission Viejo Nadadores. On the diving side of the Blue and Gold, Grayson Campbell and David Colturi will start this journey with the upcoming World Aquatics World Championships in Doha, Qatar this coming February. Campbell will represent USA Diving in the men’s 3m springboard individual event, and Colturi will be repping the stars and stripes from the 27m platform […] - [Nadadores Exceed Expectations at Winter Nationals](https://mvndiving.com/competitive-events/nadadores-exceed-expectations-at-winter-nationals/): From November 28th to December 6th, over 250 divers flew through the air of the Allan Jones Aquatic Center in Knoxville, Tennessee, for the 2023 USA Diving Winter National Championships. Of those flipping and twisting their way down to the water, the Mission Viejo Nadadores had 13 divers in attendance, and head coach, John Appleman, was impressed with the blue and gold’s performance. He stated, “Everyone performed really well, especially as it’s a tough part of the season for our junior divers to compete in a senior competition.” Of those 13 Nadadores, 11 of them are still in high school, […] - [The Nadadores Win Big at Chris Vonk](https://mvndiving.com/meet/the-nadadores-win-big-at-chris-vonk/): The Mission Viejo Nadadores set records and racked up some serious hardware over the first two weekends in December at this year’s Chris Vonk Invitational. Always regarded as one of Southern California’s biggest diving invitationals, USA Diving’s online scoring system, divemeets, recorded over four thousand dives from over 250 divers attending the event. Todd Mulzet, the Nadadores’ Associate Head Coach, felt great about the JO event and said, “Across the board very good diving from all the Nadadores.” He continued enthusiastically, “Lots of personal bests for the kids which is very promising considering our annual periodization plan only had us […] - [Mission Viejo Prepares for the Chris Vonk Invitational](https://mvndiving.com/events/mission-viejo-prepares-for-the-chris-vonk-invitational/): While the USA Diving Winter Nationals are kicking off in Nashville, Tennessee, Mission Viejo is hosting the first big JO and Novice competitions of the season in California with the annual Chris Vonk Invitational. This diving competition is in memory of a wonderful young Nadador diver named Chris Vonk. He was talented, hard working, and always wore a smile on his face. Chris loved to surf and to dive—a true SoCal water-loving boy! He was a JO National Team member when the Nadadores took JO National Titles in both 1988 & 1989. Chris passed away far too early in life […] - [Nadadores Preparing for Winter Nationals](https://mvndiving.com/teamnews/nadadores-preparing-for-winter-nationals/): Moving into the holiday season the Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving Team is preparing for a couple big upcoming competitions. The first of which is the 2023 USA Diving Winter Nationals, hosted at the Allan Jones Aquatic Center in Knoxville, TN. The Nadadores will be bringing 13 athletes including Anna Lemkin, Avery Giese, Taylor Fox, Caroline Roelen, Ennika Carlson, Zoe Quigley, Carolina Sculti, Grayson Campbell, Zach Welsh, Jake Welsh, Jackson Lipscomb, Nolan Rooker, and Grant Schneider. Grayson Campbell is the oldest Nadador attending the event at 25 years old, and Zoe Quigley is the Nadador’s youngest athlete at 14 years old. […] - [Grayson Campbell Joins The Nadadores](https://mvndiving.com/announcements/grayson-campbell-joins-the-nadadores/): Grayson Campbell joins the Mission Viejo Nadadores as both a coach and a professional diver. Grayson grew up diving in Vienna, Virgina with Dominion Dive Club where he won 13 Junior National titles, and 6 Junior Pan American medals. Grayson then attended The University of Texas at Austin where he was a part of 2 NCAA National Championship winning teams, earning 7 First-Team All American honors. In his time at Texas, Grayson was a member of the USA Diving National team competing at the FINA Diving World Cup, FINA Grand Prix’s, and World University Games earning 2 Bronze Medals for […] - [City Council will recognize outstanding local divers](https://mvndiving.com/press-articles/city-council-will-recognize-outstanding-local-divers/): The City Council on Tuesday, September 26 will recognize some outstanding athletes who won the 2023 USA Diving Junior Nationals at the Marguerite Aquatics Center as well as consider agreements with the Nadadores and a youth-oriented musical theatre program, among other business. - [Introduction to Diving As a Spectator](https://mvndiving.com/teamnews/introduction-to-diving-as-a-spectator/): As a spectator of the sport of diving, your appreciation is greater if you know what to watch for…what makes a great dive. TYPES OF DIVES: There are six different groups of platform and springboard dives. The first four types involve rotating in different directions relative to the board and the starting position, while the fifth group includes any dive with a twist and a sixth group involves an armstand starting position on the platform. Forward Group: The diver faces the front of the board and rotates toward the water. Dives in this group vary from the simple front dive to the difficult forward […] - [Staff Corner: Red Bull Cliff Diver and Dive Coach David Colturi](https://mvndiving.com/coaches-corner/staff-corner-red-bull-cliff-diver-and-dive-coach-david-colturi/): We caught up with Red Bull Cliff Diving Athlete and Nadador Dive Coach, David Colturi, to chat about his off season training here in Mission Viejo, comeback from surgery, and plans for the upcoming season. MVN: Let’s start where last season ended. Tell us about your injury and how you closed out the 2022 cliff diving season. DC: After 2 solid competitions to start the season, I had a rough landing on a practice dive in Austria from 27m (90 ft) with my arm out to the side, and the impact with the water pushed my arm out further and […] - [San Juan Hills’ Taylor Fox outduels friendly rival Ella Roselli of Mater Dei for CIF-SS diving title](https://mvndiving.com/press-articles/san-juan-hills-taylor-fox-outduels-friendly-rival-ella-roselli-of-mater-dei-for-cif-ss-diving-title/): RIVERSIDE — The CIF-SS Division 1 girls diving championships returned to its familiar setting Thursday with ideal weather and tight competition but never stood a chance of really separating San Juan Hills’ Taylor Fox and Mater Dei’s Ella Roselli. The training partners with the Mission Viejo Nadadores’ club are too close, and too supportive of each other, to be separated beyond the mandatory scores from the judg … https://www.ocregister.com/2023/04/27/san-juan-hills-taylor-fox-outduels-friendly-rival-ella-roselli-of-mater-dei-for-cif-ss-diving-title                                       - [May 2023 Competition Updates](https://mvndiving.com/meet-results/may-2023-competition-updates/): Congratulations to the Mission Viejo Nadadores for bringing home the Overall Team Championship award at the 2023 USA Diving Region 10 competition in Novato, CA. Congratulations to Callie Fox, Taylor Fox, Zaid Nazif, Max Trovillion, Caroline Roelen, Ella Roselli, and Isabelle Hornstein for their 1st place finishes at the Region 8, 10 and 11 Championships! 32 Novice divers will compete in one of the twelve 2023 USA Diving Championship competitions in Novato, CA, Fargo, ND and Las Vegas NV. The Region 8 and 10 competitions qualified 11 Nadadores through to their respective Zone Championship. Congratulations Parker Boggs, Emmeline Chen, Alex […] - [March Team Updates](https://mvndiving.com/monthly-updates/march-team-updates/): DEVELOPMENTAL PROGRAM Evaluations were completed during regular dive practice in Novice groups and we were happy to save our members the evaluation fee. Congratulations to the 20 divers who advanced through another level of the dive progressions: Tara Afshar, Wren Bailey, Nicholas Corona, Eve Cox, Lachlyn Fletcher, Emmett Geis, Belle Kelley, Kayla Keoveunxay, Cash Kleindienst, Keira Kuderka, Lauren Kudo, Arianna Lopez, Ethan Mak, Tyler Mark, Charlotte Moorefield, Dayenu Munoz, Karah Owings, Coco Rainey and Genna Raphael. LESSONS PROGRAM We are excited that our Lessons program is growing and we have welcomed 9 new divers. Coach Gavin has been doing an […] - [Staff Corner: Assistant Dive Coach Doe Krug](https://mvndiving.com/staff-corner/staff-corner-assistant-dive-coach-doe-krug/): Doe was the program director, manager, and cohead coach of Pitt Aquatic Club Divers from 1979 to 2017. She and Julian Krug were instrumental in laying the training foundation for Olympians Karen LaFace (1992), David Pichler (1996, 2000), and Cassidy Krug (2012), plus an Olympic diving coach Nunzio Esposto (2016). They produced 48 gold medals at the PIAA State Championships earned by 25 different divers. Doe also coached diving teams at Mt. Lebanon, Montour, Chartiers Valley, Quaker Valley, and Oakland Catholic High Schools over the years. Doe’s passion and service to the sport of diving go beyond coaching. She served […] - [TYR Signs on as Exclusive Swim and Dive Supplier of Mission Viejo Nadadores](https://mvndiving.com/news/tyr-signs-on-as-exclusive-swim-and-dive-supplier-of-mission-viejo-nadadores-2/): Seal Beach, CA – September 17, 2021 – TYR Sport is proud to announce that it has signed on as the exclusive swimwear supplier for the Mission Viejo Nadadores. A USA Swimming designated level “Gold Medal Club”, the Mission Viejo Nadadores swimming and diving programs will now be exclusively outfitted by TYR.  “TYR is an industry leader with exceptional swim products, and we are confident that this relationship will provide our athletes additional tools to achieve greatness in the world of swimming,” said Mission Viejo Nadadores Head Coach Mark Schubert. The Mission Viejo Nadadores have a legendary history of producing […] - [Marguerite Aquatics Complex Brings Home AI 2019 Dream Design Award](https://mvndiving.com/press-articles/marguerite-aquatics-complex-brings-home-ai-2019-dream-design-award/): Aquatic Designer/Consultant: Aquatic Design Group Landscape Architect: RJM Design Group Builder: Construct 1 Befitting champions This isn’t just any competition pool/training center. It houses one of the nation’s largest swimming/diving clubs — the Mission Viejo Nadadores, near San Diego. Known for originating Olympic-level swimmers and divers, the club wanted a renovation to raise the facility’s caliber. The center includes a 50-meter pool and shallow warm-up pool — both used for learn-to-swim and open recreation when not used to hone future Olympians. The team elevated it another level by adding the only dive tower in Southern California qualified for synchronized diving competitions, at 45 […] - [Throwing it back to the 1987 Pan-Am Games US Diving Team full of Nadadores!](https://mvndiving.com/olympics/throwing-it-back-to-the-1987-pan-am-games-us-diving-team-full-of-nadadores/): Everyone in that picture was coached by Ron O’Brien at some point in their career. L-R back row: Vince Panzano, Doug Shaffer, Matt Scoggin, Greg Louganis, Ron O’Brien. L-R front row: Mary Ellen Clark, Kelly McCormick, Michele Mitchell, Megan Neyer. - [Mission Viejo to Host USA Diving Jr Nationals for First time in over a Decade](https://mvndiving.com/events/mission-viejo-to-host-usa-diving-junior-nationals-for-first-time-in-over-a-decade/): Courtesy: USA Diving Mission Viejo, California – USA Diving and its committees, in conjunction with the Mission Viejo Nadadores have finalized the dates and competitive schedule for the 2023 USA Diving Junior National Championships. Competition dates are July 23 – August 1, with July 22 serving as a warmup day for all competitors. “The Nadadores’ welcome mat is out, and we are excited to bring the country’s best divers to Southern California this summer. It’s been over a decade since the Junior Nationals have been hosted by a team in a western state. We look forward to having the country’s divers […] - [Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving Team Hires New High Performance/Elite DIrector](https://mvndiving.com/news/mission-viejo-nadadores-diving-team-hires-new-high-performance-elite-director/): Courtesy: Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving Team The Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving Team has hired John Appleman as High Performance/Elite Director, beginning January 2022. He will replace Michele Mitchell, who has taken on the role of Executive Director with the Nadadores. Mitchell, along with her staff, brought the team to it’s first USA Diving National Title in 18 years, last summer. John comes to California from The Woodlands, TX where he recently coached 2000 Olympic Gold Medalist, Laura Wilkinson as well as 2016 Olympian, Kassidy Cook, and 10 other Olympic Trials qualifiers. He has been the head coach of many USA Diving international teams […] - [Family, Respect, Excellence](https://mvndiving.com/from-coach-michelle/family-respect-excellence/): Your Nadadores staff have been meeting regularly to define our own Vision and Mission statements to help guide us as we develop a richer experience for our membership and a closer bond across the facility. VISION: The Mission Viejo Nadadores exemplifies excellence in our TEAM, community, and tradition. MISSION: We foster a positive, safe, and inclusive culture empowering members to participate in a transformative experience which allows everyone to realize their potential in sport and in life. This process has been invaluable to the group and is rooted in our mutually agreed-upon core values of Family, Respect, and Excellence. We […] - [Midnight Madness: Fundraising in the Moonlight in June](https://mvndiving.com/events/midnight-madness/): Save the date for the 2nd annual Midnight Madness, an all-team event that marks the combination of our swim and dive-a-thons. Come out to enjoy our food trucks, beer & wine garden, music, family games, and a silent auction. All this while athletes gather in waves to complete their laps/dives to earn their pledges for swim and dive-a-thons. An all-team event marking the combination of our Swim and Dive-a-thons All athletes will gather in waves to complete their laps/dives to earn their pledges for Swim/Dive-a-thon Beer Garden and Food Trucks All families and friends can join in the fun. While […] - [NADADOR TOMMY MATHEIS QUALIFIES FOR THE 1ST JUNIOR WORLD HIGH DIVING CHAMPIONSHIPS](https://mvndiving.com/qualifies-for/nadador-tommy-matheis-qualifies-for-the-1st-junior-world-high-diving-championships/): Tommy Matheis attended the 2022 Junior High Diving Championship this past summer in Park City, Utah. Tommy did an amazing job placing 2nd as well as being recognized as the highest placing American finisher in his age group. As a result of his performance, Tommy was selected to represent Team USA in the Junior World High Diving Championships in Montreal, Canada at the beginning of December. Congratulations to Tommy and good luck! You already have and will continue to make the Nadadores proud! - [Mission Viejo Nadadores Foundation Elections, Your Vote Matters](https://mvndiving.com/from-coach-michelle/mission-viejo-nadadores-foundation-elections-your-vote-matters/): October is election month for the Mission Viejo Nadadores Foundation! It is also the time of year we come together at our annual meeting. The meeting will be held on October 25 at the Norman P. Murray Center (24932 Veterans Way) at 6:00 pm and the entire membership is encouraged to attend. The program (about 90 minutes) will be an informative celebration of our organization with both Board and staff speakers reviewing 2022 and foreshadowing 2023. Most of our coaching staff will be in attendance as well. I invite you to attend and learn more about our extraordinary relationship with […] - [Anna Lemkin representing Team USA (and Mission Viejo Nadadores) brings home the Bronze medal](https://mvndiving.com/teamnews/anna-lemkin-representing-team-usa-and-mission-viejo-nadadores-brings-home-the-bronze-medal/): Anna Lemkin representing Team USA (and Mission Viejo Nadadores) brings home the Bronze medal at the 2022 FINA Jr. World Championships in Montreal, Quebec in the Girls 14-15 Platform event. Anna Lemkin (Mission Viejo Nadadores) is a diving world champion. At the end of the 14-15 girls 3-meter springboard competition, Lemkin stood atop the podium in her USA Diving warmups. Anna and her teammates are competing at The FINA Junior World Championships in Montreal, Canada. Their coach, John Appleman was named the Head Coach of the USA Diving world team and is also the Nadadores Head Coach. Lemkin began the […] - [Get to Know Coach John](https://mvndiving.com/news/get-to-know-coach-john/): John Appleman Elite/High Performance Director John joined the Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving program as the Elite/High Performance Director in January of 2022. He comes to the program with 16 years of Head Coach experience at 3 different nationally ranked programs. Most recently, John spent 3 years with working with the top athletes at the Woodlands Diving Academy including 2000 Olympic Gold Medalist Laura Wilkinson, 2016 Olympian Kassidy Cook and Junior World Champion Maria Coburn. Prior to the Woodlands Diving Academy, John spent a year working as the International coach for the divers at Purdue University where he worked with 2012 […] - [Splash into Summer in May: Water Safety Month](https://mvndiving.com/events/splash-into-summer-in-may-water-safety-month/): Make a splash and kick off Water Safety Month at the Marguerite Aquatics Complex on May 1 at 27474 Casta Del Sol. The community event is from noon to 4 pm with the first hour designated to the City’s SNAP (Special Needs Adaptive Programming) initiative. SNAP is designed to provide opportunities for people with disabilities to partake in adaptive programs and experience the mental, physical, emotional and social aspects of sports and recreation. SNAP participants will enjoy modified activities, fun sensory activities, and water play. In addition, families will enjoy recreational swim activities, an inflatable obstacle course, rubber ducky race, water-safety scavenger […] - [Mission Viejo High School Invite in March](https://mvndiving.com/events/mission-viejo-high-school-invite-in-march/) - [The Dive Seniors of 2022](https://mvndiving.com/news/the-dive-seniors-of-2022/) - [Order Team Suits, Parkas and Gear](https://mvndiving.com/announcements/order-team-suits-parkas-and-gear/) - [OSO Fit 5k Fun Run and Community Health Fair in February](https://mvndiving.com/events/oso-fit-5k-fun-run-and-community-health-fair-in-february/) - [MVN Olympians](https://mvndiving.com/news/mvn-olympians/):   Greg Louganis • 4 Olympic Gold 1988 Seoul – 3 meter And 10 meter Platform 1984 Los Angeles – 3 meter and 10 meter Platform • 1 Olympic Silver 1976 Montreal – 10 meter Platform • 1980 Moscow*   Jennifer Chandler 1 Gold 1976 Montreal 3m 1980 Moscow* Wendy Wyland 1 Bronze 1984 Los Angeles 10m Michele Mitchell Ph.D. 2 Silver 1984 Los Angeles 10m 1988 Seoul 10m Wendy Williams 1 Bronze 1988 Seoul 3m Matt Scoggin 10th place 1992 Barcelona 10m Karla Goltman 23rd Place 1992 Barcelona 3m Megan Neyer Ph.D. 1980 Moscow* Randy Ableman 1980 Moscow* Kevin Machemer 1980 […] - [Mission Viejo to host 2023 USA Diving Junior National Championships](https://mvndiving.com/events/mission-viejo-to-host-2023-usa-diving-junior-national-championships/): October 10, 2023, Mission Viejo, California — USA Diving and the Mission Viejo Nadadores announce the return of the USA Diving Junior National Championships to Southern California in 2023. The competition features 600 of the top junior divers from across the country competing in three events and four age groups. The competition and warmup dates are slated for July 24 – August 2, 2023, at the Marguerite Aquatic Complex. The facility was completely renovated in 2018 and is one of the most iconic facilities in the world of aquatics. The last time the event was held in Mission Viejo was […] - [Mission Viejo To Host 2023 USA Diving Junior National Championship](https://mvndiving.com/events/mission-viejo-to-host-2023-usa-diving-junior-national-championship/): The competition features 600 of the top junior divers from across the country competing in four events and three age groups. The USA Diving Junior National Championships returns to Orange County in 2023, and the Mission Viejo Nadadores announced the return of the iconic event for the first time since 2007. (Mission Viejo Nadadores Courtesy Photo) MISSION VIEJO, CA — The USA Diving Junior National Championships returns to Orange County in 2023, and the Mission Viejo Nadadores announced the return of the iconic event for the first time since 2007. The competition and warm-up dates are slated for July 24 […] - [Mission Viejo Nadadores hire new Elite Team Assistant Dive Coach, Lauren Thiel-Lopez](https://mvndiving.com/teamnews/mission-viejo-nadadores-hire-new-elite-team-assistant-dive-coach-lauren-thiel-lopez/): Mission Viejo, CA… The Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving Team is thrilled to announce the hiring of Lauren Thiel-Lopez as its new Elite Team Assistant Coach. “We were looking for a dedicated coach who could immediately make an impact to our program. Lauren’s attitude and demeanor will fit right into our program and we are delighted to have found such an outstanding female mentor and coach for our divers,” said John Appleman, Elite/High Performance Director for the Nadadores. Thiel-Lopez comes to the Nadadores from Mesa, Arizona where she was the founder and head coach for East Valley Diving for a decade. […] - [Mission Viejo is already diving into summer](https://mvndiving.com/press-articles/mission-viejo-is-already-diving-into-summer/): Two members of the Mission Viejo Nadadores’ Dive Team perform a synchronized acrobatic high dive during the Splash Into Summer event on Sunday, May 1, 2022 in Mission Viejo at the Marguerite Aquatics Complex. Hundreds of people attended the free community event, which was held in partnership with the City of Mission Viejo, CA and the Mission Viejo Nadadores Swim and Dive Teams. (Photo by Patrick Smith, Contributing Photographer) A member of the Mission Viejo Nadadores’ Dive Team, performs an acrobatic high dive during the Splash Into Summer event on Sunday, May 1, 2022 in Mission Viejo at the Marguerite […] - [USA Swimming Announces Formation of The Coach Advisory Council and Its Inaugural Representatives, Including Members of the Mission Viejo Nadadores](https://mvndiving.com/teamnews/usa-swimming-announces-formation-of-the-coach-advisory-council-and-its-inaugural-representatives-including-members-of-the-mission-viejo-nadadores-2/): COLORADO SPRINGS, CO / MISSION VIEJO, CA – Following its approval at the September 2021 House of Delegates meeting during the Annual Business Meeting, USA Swimming today announced the formation of the Coach Advisory Council (CAC), a new national committee, and its inaugural class of representatives. The CAC was created to ensure that all USA Swimming member coaches, from coaches with athletes at the grassroots level to those with athletes on the USA Swimming National Team, are represented and have their voices heard in the USA Swimming governance process. The following coaches have been elected by the coach membership of […] - [Mission Viejo Hires Jeff Julian to launch Pro/Post Grad Performance Training Center](https://mvndiving.com/teamnews/mission-viejo-hires-jeff-julian-to-launch-pro-post-grad-performance-training-center-2/): With a focus toward the Paris and Los Angeles Olympics, the Mission Viejo Nadadores have taken a bold step to create a true, athlete-centered Professional/Post Grad Performance Training Center in Mission Viejo.  To lead this dynamic level at the Nadadores’ Swim Club, they’ve hired Jeff Julian, Head Coach of the International Swim League’s (ISL) Cali Condors, USA National Team coach while at the helm of Rose Bowl Aquatics, and former USA National Team member. - [The Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving Team has hired John Appleman as High Performance/Elite Director, beginning January 2022](https://mvndiving.com/press-articles/the-mission-viejo-nadadores-diving-team-has-hired-john-appleman-as-high-performance-elite-director-beginning-january-2022/): Courtesy: Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving Team The Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving Team has hired John Appleman as High Performance/Elite Director, beginning January 2022. He will replace Michele Mitchell, who has taken on the role of Executive Director with the Nadadores. Mitchell, along with her staff, brought the team to it’s first USA Diving National Title in 18 years, last summer. John comes to California from The Woodlands, TX where he recently coached 2000 Olympic Gold Medalist, Laura Wilkinson as well as 2016 Olympian, Kassidy Cook, and 10 other Olympic Trials qualifiers. He has been the head coach of many USA […] - [Olympic Medalist Michele Mitchell to Lead Mission Viejo Nadadores Foundation](https://mvndiving.com/press-articles/olympic-medalist-michele-mitchell-to-lead-mission-viejo-nadadores-foundation/): Michele Mitchell, a two-time Olympic medalist diver, has been named the executive director of the Mission Viejo Nadadores Foundation, it was announced last week. Mitchell’s position oversees the Nadadores’ swimming and diving programs. She will begin the role in January 2022. Mitchell followed her outstanding athlete career by earning a master’s degree in sports administration and a Ph.D. in education psychology from the University of Arizona. Mitchell was hired as the Nadadores’ head diving coach in 2017. She led the squad to its first team diving national title in 18 years and has grown membership by 300 percent. She also helped […] - [USA Swimming Announces Formation of The Coach Advisory Council and Its Inaugural Representatives, Including Members of the Mission Viejo Nadadores](https://mvndiving.com/news/usa-swimming-announces-formation-of-the-coach-advisory-council-and-its-inaugural-representatives-including-members-of-the-mission-viejo-nadadores/): In varius varius justo, eget ultrices mauris rhoncus non. Morbi tristique, mauris eu imperdiet bibendum, velit diam iaculis velit, in ornare massa enim at lorem. Etiam risus diam, porttitor vitae ultrices quis, dapibus id dolor. Morbi venenatis lacinia rhoncus. Vestibulum tincidunt ullamcorper eros eget luctus. Nulla eget porttitor libero. - [Mission Viejo Hires Jeff Julian to launch Pro/Post Grad Performance Training Center](https://mvndiving.com/news/mission-viejo-hires-jeff-julian-to-launch-pro-post-grad-performance-training-center/): In varius varius justo, eget ultrices mauris rhoncus non. Morbi tristique, mauris eu imperdiet bibendum, velit diam iaculis velit, in ornare massa enim at lorem. Etiam risus diam, porttitor vitae ultrices quis, dapibus id dolor. Morbi venenatis lacinia rhoncus. Vestibulum tincidunt ullamcorper eros eget luctus. Nulla eget porttitor libero. - [Mission Viejo Nadadores names an Executive Director – Michele Mitchell, Ph.D. 2-time Olympic Silver Medalist (diving)](https://mvndiving.com/news/mission-viejo-nadadores-names-an-executive-director-michele-mitchell-ph-d-2-time-olympic-silver-medalist-diving/): In varius varius justo, eget ultrices mauris rhoncus non. 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Nulla eget porttitor libero. ## Pages - [Registration Form](https://mvndiving.com/registration-form/): MVND Pro Clinics Register Join Mission Viejo Nadador Pros, Steele Johnson and Grayson Campbell, for a unique experience taining with two of USA Diving’s most decorated Athletes.  $150/athlete per clinic (can register for multiple)MVND members will be billed to their accountOutside divers, please bring checks payable to:    Mission Viejo NadadoresRegistration capped at 20 athletes per clinicIf limits are met you will be notified for future availability Please fill out this form to register. A team representative will get back to you as soon as possible.  - [New Diver Information](https://mvndiving.com/new-diver-information/): New Diver information New Diver – Getting Started – Click Here New Member Information Packet – Click Here Goals General athletic development Learning basic body positions for diving Gain flexibility and basic movement literacy Requirements Sign your child up with USA diving: Complete Medical Waiver: E-mail USA diving receipt, completed waiver and class request to diveoffice@mvnadadores.org Join Now Try outs and evaluations can be scheduled through our dive office. Please contact us for class times and availability. - [San Diego Satellite Team](https://mvndiving.com/san-diego-satellite-team/): San Diego Satellite Team Program Description The Nadadores Dive Program is looking for the next generation of talented, fearless, aerial acrobats who are interested in learning the disciplined sport of diving! PROGRAM OPTIONS Blue Group (Learn to Dive Lessons)Mondays from 4:30-5:30pmTuesdays from 4:46-6:45pmFee: 1 x per week = $110 / month ; 2 x per week = $185 / month Elite Team Option 1Monday, Wednesday, Thursday from 4:30-6:30pm at Poway PoolFee: $315 / month Elite Team Option 2Monday, Wednesday, Thursday from 4:30-6:30pm at Poway PoolAND Saturday from 10am-12pm at Marguerite Aquatic Center in Mission ViejoFee: $390 / month   *Ages […] - [John Appleman](https://mvndiving.com/john-appleman/) - [FAQ](https://mvndiving.com/faq/): Common Questions Frequently Asked Questions Do you have to have any diving experience ? No – we take ages 5-100 no experience needed, feel comfortable in deep water and can make it to the side of the pool. Do you have tryouts? Yes – You can try a trial class for free – Waiver form and an athlete membership is required for insurance purposes AAU or USA diving (se can provide link and club code, etc.   Who Competes – Does my child have to compete? Elite, novice do compete – Lessons, gym2dive and HS is optional – Competition season […] - [Accessibility](https://mvndiving.com/accessibility/): We firmly believe that the internet should be available and accessible to anyone, and are committed to providing a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of circumstance and ability. To fulfill this promise, we aim to adhere as closely as possible to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.1 (WCAG 2.1) at the AA level, published by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible to people with a wide array of disabilities. Complying with those guidelines helps us provide a site that is accessible to all people, from […] - [Volunteer Portal](https://mvndiving.com/volunteer-portal/) - [Terms & conditions](https://mvndiving.com/terms-conditions/): Last updated: August 13, 2023 Please read these terms and conditions carefully before using Our Service. 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Championships – General Daily  × 1 $15.00 Subtotal $15.00 Total $15.00 Deliver Check to Office Please send a check to Mission VIejo Nadadores, 27474 Casta Del Sol, Mission Viejo, CA 92692 Debit/Credit Card Pay with your debit/credit card. Card Number * Expiry Date * Card Code (CVC) […] - [Cart](https://mvndiving.com/cart/): Remove item Thumbnail image Product Price Quantity Subtotal × Chris Vonk Invitational – JO, Single Day $8.00 Chris Vonk Invitational – JO, Single Day quantity $8.00 × America’s Cup Nadadores VIP – All Session Pass  $15.00 America's Cup Nadadores VIP – All Session Pass quantity $15.00 Cart Totals Subtotal $23.00 Total $23.00 Proceed to Checkout - [DEI Statement](https://mvndiving.com/policies/dei-statement/): Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement For Website The Mission Viejo Nadadores reaffirms our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion both on and off the pool deck. We acknowledge and understand that our staff members, athletes and volunteers are from a multitude of backgrounds and identities. Our team stands by our mission statement and are committed to being an organization that demonstrates ethics, integrity and fosters a healthy and positive environment for all of our athletes and staff. Our Tradition of Excellence will continue to ensure an inclusive, welcoming, and non-biased environment for EVERYONE in our Nadadores family and in our […] - [Privacy Policy](https://mvndiving.com/privacy-policy/): Last updated: August 07, 2023 This Privacy Policy describes Our policies and procedures on the collection, use and disclosure of Your information when You use the Service and tells You about Your privacy rights and how the law protects You. We use Your Personal data to provide and improve the Service. By using the Service, You agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. Interpretation and Definitions Interpretation The words of which the initial letter is capitalized have meanings defined under the following conditions. The following definitions shall have the same meaning regardless of whether […] - [Policies](https://mvndiving.com/policies/): Team Handbook The handbook is designed to inform you of all pertinent information regarding membership in MVND. View Handbook Monthly Newsletter Read the monthly Nadadores Swim and Dive Newsletter. View Newsletters Dive Team Store Get ready for your season! Shop for TechSuits and Nadadores gear at MVProShop. Weekdays 2-7pm & Saturdays 9-12pm Go to Store Dive Schedule View the weekly dive schedule starting June 5th at the Pool for all teams.  View Calendar Safe Sport Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policy. Any contact (including communications, interactions or activities) between an AdultParticipant and any Minor Athlete(s) related to participation in sport. View PDF Anti […] - [Tickets & More](https://mvndiving.com/tickets/): Event Tickets and Donations - [Olympians](https://mvndiving.com/olympians/): MVN Olympians Greg Louganis 4 Olympic Gold 1988 Seoul – 3 meter & 10 meter Platform  1984 Los Angeles – 3 meter & 10 meter Platform  1 Olympic Silver 1976 Montreal – 10 meter Platform  1980 Moscow* Jennifer Chandler 1 Gold 1976 Montreal 3m1980 Moscow* Wendy Wyland 1 Bronze 1984 Los Angeles 10m Michele Mitchell Ph.D. 2 Silver 1984 Los Angeles 10m1988 Seoul 10m Wendy Williams 1 Bronze 1988 Seoul 3m Matt Scoggin 10th Place 1992 Barcelona 10m Karla Goltman 23rd Place 1992 Barcelona 3m Megan Neyer Ph.D. 1980 Moscow* Randy Ableman 1980 Moscow* Kevin Machemer 1980 Moscow* Dave Burgering 1980 […] - [Support](https://mvndiving.com/support/): DONATE AND SUPPORT The 5 Rings Fund The Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving program has established The 5-Rings Fund to support professional athletes in their pursuit of accomplishing their Olympic Dreams. This fund will go to support their training needs and living expenses so they can devote their attention to bringing home medals from the Olympic Games. Donate to the 5 Rings Fund Nate’s Bell https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5ZwjLLE3d8 Nate Lipscomb was a passionate man who fiercely loved his family, career, adventures, and his son Jackson’s diving. Jackson Lipscomb (17) is a promising diver with the Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving team in Orange County. […] - [Safe Sport Policies](https://mvndiving.com/policies/safe-sport-policies/): The Mission Viejo Nadadores are committed to keeping our athletes safe.  Please see the attached documents for our policies regarding these safe sport topics.  Coach Kristeen Gracia is our Safe Sport Liason and Club Coordinator for the team so please feel free to contact her with any questions at coachkristeen@mvnswim.org .  Please feel free to use USA Swimmings Safe Sport Website as an additional reference as well. USA Swimming Safe Sport  or contact SafeSport Staff. To deal with a Safe Sport concern, contact USA Swimming at (714) 866-4578. Contact the U.S. Center for Safe Sport to make a REPORT. Call (833)5US-SAFE (587-7233) or use the online reporting form or find more […] - [Private lessons](https://mvndiving.com/programs/private-lessons/): Private Lessons Program Description Private lessons are a fantastic way for our Nadador divers to get some one-on-one or small group time with our coaching staff to work on specific goals or areas of need. If athletes are looking to excel in the sport or really fix some nagging issues, private lessons are the best pathway to accomplish that. Reach out directly to a staff member to arrange private lessons. The fee structure for private lessons can be found in our Team Handbook. Goals Specific focus on weaknesses or new dives Small coach to athlete ratio for dryland and water […] - [Become a Partner](https://mvndiving.com/become-a-partner/): Mission Viejo Nadadores and USA Diving are pleased to present the 2023 USA Diving Jr. National Championships, July 24 – August 1. For the first time in 16 years, the Nadadores will play host to this prestigious event. 750 of the best junior divers (ages 8 – 18) from across the country will compete for X national titles and spots on future international teams. Your sponsorship partnership with this exceptional event will also guarantee your inclusion to two other Nadadores invitationals in December 2023 and March 2024. Mission Viejo Nadadores Foundation is a not-for-profit organization recognized by the USA Diving, […] - [Scholarships](https://mvndiving.com/scholarships/): Opportunities The Mission Viejo Nadadores dive program offer several scholarship and informational programs to assist our members in financial and educational ways. The 5-Rings Fund The Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving program has established The 5-Rings Fund to support professional athletes in their pursuit of accomplishing their Olympic Dreams. This fund will go to support their training needs and living expenses so they can devote their attention to bringing home medals from the Olympic Games. Post-graduate athletes are often forced to either retire from diving prior to their age of peak performance or to work a full-time job while pursuing their […] - [New Divers - Get Started](https://mvndiving.com/new-divers-get-started/): Becoming a team member Team Registration is handled via Docusign. To support a paperless registration process, all the policies, agreements (liability, code of conduct, anti-bullying, team service hours, etc.), rules & regulations, releases, medical and emergency contact info will be viewed and accepted electronically. Acceptance electronically with the click of a mouse is treated the same as if each diver or parent signed their acceptance of all those documents previously mentioned. Joining the team and completing the online registration process signifies a complete acceptance to all the agreements and policies presented and are required as a condition for acceptance into the […] - [USA Diving National Team Members](https://mvndiving.com/national-team/): What it Takes Producing Top Athletes for the USA Diving National Team The Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving program is one of the top programs in the United States and in the world. The Nadadores regularly place athletes on the USA Diving Junior and Senior National Teams, as well as on international squads representing the United States of America in international competitions. Most recently, Nadador diver, Anna Lemkin won the 2022 Junior World Championships on 3m and earned a bronze medal on platform. 2 other Nadador athletes competed at the 2022 Junior World Championships. Below is a list of our Nadador […] - [Videos](https://mvndiving.com/videos/): Videos Haley Hess- Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving Diver Haley Hess tells us why she loves being a Mission Viejo Nadador diver! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=guP75htevUo Alex Cochran- Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving Diver Alex Cochran tells us why she loves being a Mission Viejo Nadador diver! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kouaifeWg7U Caroline Roelen- Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving Caroline Roelen tells us why she loves being a Mission Viejo Nadador diver! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c-P9kFkgL_Y Callie Fox- Mission Veijo Nadadores Diving Callie Fox tells us why she loves being a Mission Viejo Nadador diver! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=givTnlNuK2I Nolan Rooker- Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving Nolan Rooker tells us why he loves Mission Viejo Nadadores diving! […] - [Social Media Policy](https://mvndiving.com/policies/social-media-policy/): Social Media Policy Purpose The Mission Viejo Nadadores (the “Club”) recognizes the prevalence of electronic communication and social media in today’s world. Many of our divers use these means as their primary method of communication. While the Club acknowledges the value of these methods of communication, the Club also realizes that there are associated risks that must be considered when adults use these methods to communicate with minors.  General Content All communications between a coach or other adult and an athlete must be professional in nature and for the purpose of communicating information about team activities. The content and intent of all electronic communications must adhere […] - [Photography Policy](https://mvndiving.com/policies/photography-policy/): Mission Viejo Nadadores Photography Policy Purpose There has been much talk about whether it is safe to have images taken of children participating in sports. While the great majority of images are appropriate and are taken in good faith, it is a fact that images can be misused and children can be put at risk if common sense procedures are not observed. Policy A parent or guardian has a right of refuse to have children photographed. The exercise of this right of refusal cannot be used as grounds for refusing entry into a swimming competition. Therefore any photo that may go to press or […] - [Locker Room Policy](https://mvndiving.com/policies/locker-room-policy/): Mission Viejo Nadadores Foundation Locker Room Monitoring Policy Purpose The following guidelines are designed to maintain personal privacy as well as to reduce the risk of misconduct in locker rooms and changing areas. Facilities The following is a description of our practice and competition facilities to allow athletes and their families to plan their use:We practice at: Marguerite Aquatics Complex (MAC)This location has: Mens and Womens Locker rooms and 2 single use family restrooms Monitoring General Policy ConsiderationsCoaches and staff make every effort to recognize when an athlete goes to the locker room or changing area during practice and competition and, if they […] - [Anti Bullying Policy](https://mvndiving.com/policies/anti-bullying-policy/): The MVN Dive Anti Bullying Policy The following is a model procedure to implement the MVN Dive Team rule prohibiting bullying.  This plan must be reviewed and agreed to by all athletes, parents, coaches and other adults at the club.  Any time reports of bullying are made, the club is expected to implement these procedures. Action Plan of the Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving Team to Address Bullying Purpose Bullying of any kind is unacceptable at MVN Dive and will not be tolerated.  Bullying is counterproductive to team spirit and can be devastating to a victim.  The Club is committed to […] - [Code of Conduct](https://mvndiving.com/policies/code-of-conduct/): General MVN Rules & Regulations Team membership, placement and grouping are at the discretion of the coaching staff. The staff has full power to accept or reject the application of any person for membership. All scheduled practices and meets must be attended unless arrangements are made in advance and approved by the coaching staff. Continual lack of attendance may result in suspension from the team. Each diver needs to arrive at his or her scheduled workout group on time. Continual tardiness may result in suspension unless coordinated with the coaching staff. All team members who are attending high school are […] - [Sitemap](https://mvndiving.com/sitemap/): SITEMAP About About the Nadadores Coaches and Directors Dive Seniors National Team History and Alumni Affiliates and Sponsors Olympians Programs Our Dive Programs Competitive Path Elite Team Novice Team Lessons Program Masters Dive High School Athletes Home School Diving Gym to Dive Private Lessons Bitty Bouncers Members For our Members Store Resources Scholarships MVProshop Team Unify Login News Team News Articles Events Videos Team Newsletter Contact Registration Parent Liason Support Become a Partner Visiting Divers & Teams - [Custom Dive Plan](https://mvndiving.com/programs/custom-dive-plan/): About us Gym to Dive Program Our Gym to Dive program is for current/former gymnasts who are interested in learning the sport of diving. This group will capitalize on current gymnastic skills and how to utilize them in diving. This group will work at a fast pace using their advanced body awareness, athleticism, and tumbling skills to build a foundation for diving skills that will aid them if they choose to continue to our novice, high school, or elite teams. Divers will learn springboard and platform diving skills. Competitions are available throughout the year, and divers who meet the criteria […] - [History](https://mvndiving.com/history/): History of the Nadadores In 1968 when the Nadadores team was formed, it was comprised of 25 swimmers who competed in local events. In 1974, the Nadadores women won their first National Championship title. Since that time, the Nadadores have won 48 National Team Championships, 12 Olympic Gold Medals, 7 Olympic Silver Medals, 1 Olympic Bronze Medal, 5 Individual World Championship titles and 148 individual National Championships. The Nadadores have broken 91 American Records, 22 World Records and have produced more than 135 All-Americans.In 1992 ownership of the Nadadores passed from the Mission Viejo Company to the Mission Viejo Nadadores […] - [Novice Program](https://mvndiving.com/programs/novice-program/): About us The novice program is for athletes of any age The competitive program is our long-term pathway to prepare athletes to compete in USA Diving competitions as well become recruitable athletes to NCAA Division I, II and III schools. All competitive path athletes begin in the novice program and advance through 7 levels of progressions to be eligible for the Elite Team. The novice program is for athletes of any age. Class times and group assignments are set by the staff and based on availability and best fit. Advancement is accomplished through evaluations that demonstrate proficiency in skills and […] - [Masters](https://mvndiving.com/programs/masters/): Masters Program Description Our masters diving is open to divers of over the age of 21 who would like to learn, continue, compete, and/or just enjoy some physical fitness in the pool. Our Nadadores Masters divers have opportunities to compete each year with USA Masters Diving if they wish. Divers will be able to utilize all dryland apparatus, springboards, platforms, and coaching from one of our Mission Viejo Nadadores coaches each day. Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving offers diving lessons for recreation, exercise training, and competitive settings for adults ages 21 and older. Whether you are new to the sport or […] - [Elite Team](https://mvndiving.com/programs/elite-team/): About the Elite Team One of the Most Premier Groups of Divers Our Elite Team is one of the most premier groups of divers in the United States. It regularly consists of USA Diving Team Champions, USA Diving Individual National Champions and USA Diving National Team athletes. We are constantly striving to give athletes in this portion of our program an amazing experience that will not only teach lessons in the pool, but also outside that will carry them through the rest of their lives. Who our athletes are as people when they leave this program is of the upmost […] - [Lessons](https://mvndiving.com/programs/lessons/): DIVE LESSONS Age Group 7 to 13 Program Description The lessons program is a perfect place for brand new divers, aged 7-13, to begin the sport of diving. Lessons groups will focus on building a strong foundation for all divers interested in learning diving, progressing to our novice team, or remaining in the recreational pathway. Divers will learn body positions, basic diving-tumbling exercises, and foundational diving skills off multiple apparatus including trampoline, dryboard, springboard, and platform. Divers will progress their skills as they demonstrate mastery and safety in all beginning skills. Goals To gain a love for diving while learning […] - [High School](https://mvndiving.com/programs/high-school/): High School Program Overview The MVND High School group is focused on helping divers be ready to dive and compete for their individual high schools during the high school season. Divers will work towards dive lists that would be eligible for competition in the CIF. Our coaches will ensure that divers are safe, confident, and prepared for all skill advancement throughout the year. Divers will learn dives from the 1M and 3M springboards as they show the necessary skill progressions to do so safely.    Divers are encouraged to compete when they are able, especially at our hosted invitationals (Chris […] - [Gym to Dive](https://mvndiving.com/programs/gym-to-dive/): Gym to Dive Program Description Our Gym to Dive program is for current and former gymnasts who are interested in learning the sport of diving. This group will capitalize on gymnastic skills and how to utilize them in diving. This group will work at a fast pace using their advanced body awareness, athleticism, and tumbling skills to build a foundation of diving skills that will aid them if they choose to continue to our novice, high school, or elite teams. Divers will learn springboard and platform diving skills. Competitions are available throughout the year, and divers who meet the criteria […] - [Bitty Bouncers](https://mvndiving.com/programs/bitty-bouncers/): Bitty Bouncers Program Description Our Bitty Bouncers diving program is designed for children aged 7 and under. In our Bitty Bouncers class, children will develop fundamental athletic skills, balance and coordination, basic tumbling skills, and learn about the sport of diving. Divers will be ready to move into our lessons or novice program at age 7. Goals General athletic development Learning basic body positions for diving Gain flexibility and basic movement literacy Requirements Sign your child up with USA diving: Complete Medical Waiver: E-mail USA diving receipt, completed waiver and class request to office.mvnd@gmail.com Mail or bring payment to 27474 […] - [Hall of Fame](https://mvndiving.com/hall-of-fame/): OlympiansGreg Louganis 1976, 1980*, 1984, 1988 (4 Gold, 1 Silver)Jennifer Chandler 1976, 1980* (1 Gold)Meg Neyer Ph.D. 1980*Dave Burgering 1980*Kevin Machemer 1980*Randy Ableman 1980*Wendy Wyland 1984 (1 Bronze)Michele Mitchell Ph.D. 1984, 1988 (2 Silver)Wendy Williams 1988 (1 Bronze)Matt Scoggin 1992Karla Goltman 1992Steele Johnson 2016Brandon Loschiavo 2021, 2024 *USA did not compete in the 1980 Olympic Games in Moscow World ChampionsGreg Louganis 1982, 1986 (3M); 1978, 1982, 1986 (Platform)Meg Neyer Ph.D. 1982 (3M)Wendy Wyland 1982 (Platform) **Note: Nadadores took all four world championship titles (men’s and women’s) in 1982. Junior World ChampionsSkaie Knox (fma. Lori M. Dellota) 1981Sandy Zubrin 1991Erica Sorgi […] - [Parent Liason](https://mvndiving.com/parent-liason/): Got Any Questions Contact the Parent Liason The Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving program values your feedback. If you have any questions or concerns about the program, please feel free to fill out the form to touch base with our Parent Liason on the Dive Committee.  If you have direct programming questions, please touch base with your lead coach via email. - [Dive Seniors](https://mvndiving.com/seniors/): Class of 2024 Anna Lemkin Stanford University Avery Giese University of Kentucky Caroline Roelen University of Houston Jaiden Lynch University of Texas Jake Welsch University of Texas Keira Kuderka San Diego State University Lauren Kudo UC Davis Max Trovillion Cornell University Nolan Rooker Northwestern University Sheridan Smith University of Miami Taylor Fox University of Texas Zach Welsch Purdue University Tommy Matheis Pamona College Breck Titus University of Utah Charlie Reuter Texas A&M University Ennika Carlson Harvard University Charlie Spittle Kassidy Petty Ashley Lanak Jackson Lipscomb Yale University Class of 2023 Ella Roselli Indiana University Molly Brascia UCLA Jordyn Warner TCU […] - [Visiting Divers and Teams](https://mvndiving.com/visiting-divers-and-teams/): Table of Contents FEES FOR VISITING DIVERS MVND welcomes divers from other programs (including former Nadadores who are diving for their college) and provide a visiting diver policy for divers who desire to train with MVND for a limited time. A diver is considered “visiting” if the diver regularly trains with a coach or program not affiliated with MVND and intends to train with MVND for a period of three months or less. Visiting divers are not members of MVND and are not eligible to vote in MVND elections. Visiting divers must be registered athletes with USA Diving and/or AAU. […] - [Dive Lessons](https://mvndiving.com/programs/dive-lessons/): DIVING LESSONS Ages 7-13 Program Description The lessons program is a perfect place for brand new divers, aged 7-13, to begin the sport of diving.  Lessons groups will focus on building a strong foundation for all divers interested in learning diving, progressing to our novice team, or remaining in the recreational pathway. Divers will learn body positions, basic diving-tumbling exercises, and foundational diving skills off multiple apparatus including trampoline, dryboard, springboard, and platform.  Divers will progress their skills as they demonstrate mastery and safety in all beginning skills. Goals To gain a love for diving while learning integral skills to […] - [Affiliates and Sponsors](https://mvndiving.com/affiliates-and-sponsors/): The Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving Program is Proudly Affiliated With: The Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving Program is Proudly Sponsored By: Donors Wall Platinum Donors The Gilliand Family The Leavell Family The City of Mission Viejo U.S. Diving Foundation Raymond C. Rude Foundation Waste Management, Inc. First American The Haigh Family The Lynch Family The Haigh Family Mission Viejo Kia Nate’s Bell Gold Donors Califonia Commercial Pools The Haigh Family Anthony Taylor Foundation for Aquatic Sports & Fitness through USA Diving Hoag Orthopedic Institute Purple Bricks, Inc. The Edvalson Family Silver Donors The Hsieh Family Merrill Lynch Amanda Wong & Family […] - [Events](https://mvndiving.com/dive-events/): Volunteer at Events It is absolutely imperative that all parents and families are involved with the volunteer needs of the program as we head into our heavy meet season. We anticipate record numbers as we host the Ron O’Brien Invitational at the end of March and at the Junior National Championships at the end of July. The program and these events will necessitate everyone’s participation however big or small. Please keep your eyes peeled for volunteer opportunities that will be coming your way. Volunteer Support Chris Vonk Diving Invitational Annually   This diving competition is in memory of a wonderful […] - [Recreational Pathway](https://mvndiving.com/programs/recreational-pathway/): Recreational Diving Discover the Fun and Excitement of Diving with Our Recreation Track: Lessons and High School Programs Available The recreation track consists of a lessons format for 12 & under athletes and a High School program for 13 & over athletes. The Lessons program is designed for divers interested in trying out the sport with its twists and flips. Fundamentals are taught in a safe and fun environment while not adhering to a strict system of progressions. Divers in these groups can compete in local competitions. The High School program caters to divers wanting to prepare specifically for the […] - [Competitive Pathway](https://mvndiving.com/programs/competitive-pathway/): Competitive Path Prepare for NCAA and USA Diving Competitions with our Competitive Pathway: Novice Program to Elite Team Progression The competitive program is our long-term pathway to prepare athletes to compete in USA Diving competitions as well become recruitable athletes to NCAA Division I, II and III schools. All competitive path athletes begin in the novice program and advance through levels to be eligible for the Elite Team. The novice program is for athletes of any age. Class times and group assignments are set by the staff and based on availability and best fit. Advancement is accomplished through evaluations that […] - [Coaches and Directors](https://mvndiving.com/coaches-and-directors/): Our Dive Team Our coaches are each highly qualified and experienced in the sport of diving as both athletes and coaches. Rubbing shoulders with accomplished teammates and coaches with experience at national and international championships and even the Olympics is a unique experience that brings out the best in each diver. John Appleman diving program Director John joined the Mission Viejo Nadadores in January of 2022. Since his arrival, the Nadadores have had major success both Nationally and Internationally. The team won two Junior National Team Titles and two Women’s Team Titles and a US Open Team Title. Nadadores athletes […] - [News](https://mvndiving.com/news/): News and Recent Events​ - [Members](https://mvndiving.com/members/): Member Resources Team Handbook The handbook is designed to inform you of all pertinent information regarding membership in MVND. View Handbook Monthly Newsletter Read the monthly Nadadores Swim and Dive Newsletter. View Newsletters Dive Team Store Get ready for your season! Shop for Nadadores gear at MVProShop. Weekdays 2-7pm & Saturdays 9-12pm Go to Store Dive Schedule View the weekly dive schedule  at the Pool for all teams.  View Schedule Safe Sport Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policy. Any contact (including communications, interactions or activities) between an AdultParticipant and any Minor Athlete(s) related to participation in sport. View Policies Anti Bullying Policy The […] - [Home](https://mvndiving.com/): Welcome To Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving. Building Futures One Dive at a Time. Our Dive Programs Our mission & Vision Developing champions in the water and leaders in life. Providing an inclusive, diverse, and safe environment for athletes to develop to their highest competitive success while learning life skills through professionally organized programming and events, and providing opportunities to become active community leaders. 2023 USA Diving TYR Jr. Nationals coming in July About our Dive Team The Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving program is dedicated to providing opportunity and encouragement for all of its divers to make an uncompromised commitment to […] - [Contact](https://mvndiving.com/contact/): Fastest Way to Reach Us is to Leave A Message Please fill out the form to get in touch with us. A team representative will get back to you as soon as possible.  Common Questions Frequently Asked Questions Do you have to have any diving experience ? No – we take ages 5-100 no experience needed, feel comfortable in deep water and can make it to the side of the pool. Do you have tryouts? Yes – You can try a trial class for free – Waiver form and an athlete membership is required for insurance purposes AAU or USA […] - [Programs](https://mvndiving.com/programs/): DIVE PROGRAMS DIVE PROGRAM Competitive Path The competitive program is our long-term pathway to prepare athletes to compete in USA Diving competitions, and become recruitable athletes toNCAA Division I, II and III schools. Elite Team Character, work ethic and commitment are also considered. Group assignments can be changed at any time by the Head Coach if any athlete fails to meet the performance and/or character expectations of the group. Placement in an Elite group is not guaranteed simply by meeting the physical requirements. Learn more Novice Team As our competitive program is a long-term pathway to prepare athletes to compete […] - [About](https://mvndiving.com/about/): Once a Nadador, Always a Nadador. Vision: Developing champions in the water and leaders in life. Mission: Providing an inclusive, diverse, and safe environment for athletes to develop to their highest competitive success while learning life skills through professionally organized programming and events, and providing opportunities to become active community leaders. The Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving Program is committed to providing a place for everyone who has a passion to pursue the beautiful sport of diving. The Marguerite Aquatics Complex is equipped with a full complement of springboards, platforms, and skill progression apparatus, to teach all levels of abilities, from […] ## Products - [2025 Opening Ceremonies Food](https://mvndiving.com/store/2025-opening-ceremonies-food/): Opening Ceremonies Dinner Tickets! Date: Saturday, July 26th Time:  5:00pm-8:00pm $10.00 per person Authentic Taco Guy Meal includes: 3 Street Tacos, Beans, Rice, Watermelon & Drink *Limited tickets available day of in person, please purchase online ahead of time! - [2028 & Beyond Diving Camp](https://mvndiving.com/store/2028-and-beyond-diving-camp/): **Unfortunately do to a lack of registrations we have to cancel the camp. If you have already registered, your money will be refunded in full. - [2024 USA Diving Zone F Championships](https://mvndiving.com/store/2024-zone-f-championships/): The 2024 USA Diving Zone F Championships will qualify divers to Summer Nationals. This meet is hosted at the Marguerite Aquatic Complex in Mission Viejo, CA, June 27-30, 2024. Please purchase tickets below. Children 5&U are free. Premium Seating is available for an additional charge at the facility.  Premium seating is shaded and located on deck on the 3M side of the pool. Snacks/drinks available with each purchase of a premium seat. - [America's Cup Nadadores Families](https://mvndiving.com/store/americas-cup-nadadores-families/): The TYR Junior America's Cup will feature some of the best junior divers in the world from May 20th - 24th, 2026. Discounted ticket options below are for Nadador families only. - [America's Cup](https://mvndiving.com/store/americas-cup/): The TYR Junior America's Cup will feature some of the best junior divers in the world from May 20th - 24th, 2026. General Meet Information Packet Here Detailed Federation Guide Here Preliminary Entry Form Here Preliminary Rooming Form Here Final Entry Form Here Final Rooming Form Here Final Travel Form Here Ticket options below. - [Ron O'Brien Invitational](https://mvndiving.com/store/ron-obrien-invitational/): The Ron O’Brien Invitational is an annual event honoring the legacy of Nadador and Olympic Coach, Ron O’Brien.   Novice March 22nd - 23rd Novice Daily Tickets (March 22nd or 23rd) - $8/day Novice All Sessions pass - $15 VIEW THE NOVICE INFO PACKET   JO March 28th - 30th JO Daily Tickets (March 28th, 29th, or 30th) - $8/day JO All-Sessions pass- $20 VIEW THE JO INFO PACKET   - [Chris Vonk Invitational](https://mvndiving.com/store/chris-vonk-invitational/): The annual Chris Vonk Invitational honors the memory of Nadador diver, Chris Vonk. JO December 5th - 7th Daily Tickets (December 5th, 6th, 7th) - $8/day All-Sessions pass - $20 VIEW THE INFO PACKET - [The 5-Rings Fund](https://mvndiving.com/store/the-5-rings-fund/): The Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving program has established The 5-Rings Fund to support professional athletes in their pursuit of accomplishing their Olympic Dreams. This fund will go to support their training needs and living expenses so they can devote their attention to bringing home medals from the Olympic Games. "The 5-Rings endowment program is a wonderful opportunity to support post-graduate divers in pursuit of their Olympic dream" - Lee Michaud- President of USA Diving - [Mission Viejo Nadadores General Fund](https://mvndiving.com/store/mission-viejo-nadadores-general-fund/): Sponsor a diver for any flat amount at any time, between now and June 24. Or complete your “per dive” sponsorship after June 11 and your diver informs you of their dive total. Either way your generous donation helps ALL MVN DIVERS by funding new diving boards, dryland equipment, video analysis equipment and SO much more! Go Nadadores! - [Nate's Bell Donation](https://mvndiving.com/store/nates-bell-donation/): Sponsor a diver for any flat amount at any time, between now and June 24. Or complete your “per dive” sponsorship after June 11 and your diver informs you of their dive total. Either way your generous donation helps ALL MVN DIVERS by funding new diving boards, dryland equipment, video analysis equipment and SO much more! Go Nadadores! - [2025 USA Diving Jr. National Championships](https://mvndiving.com/store/2025-usa-diving-jr-nationals/): July 25th - Aug 3rd, 2025 The iconic USA Diving Junior National Championships returns to Mission Viejo for the second time since 2007. The event features over 600 of the top junior divers from across the country competing in four events and four age groups. The competition is the most prestigious junior event that USA Diving hosts and determines the divers who will represent the United States at junior international meets. General Daily Tickets: $15/day Senior 65+/Military/Children under 12: $10/day (Children under 5 free) - [Flips for Fun(ds) Dive-a-thon ​](https://mvndiving.com/store/diveathon/): Thank you for your generous donation to help MVN Diving! Please put the pledge amount and your diver's name in the fields below, then click on "Add to cart" to checkout. Go Nadadores! [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)