NOTE:
Requirements for membership in the various training groups are based on ability, age, speed, maturity, attitude, toughness in practice, and commitment level. Swimmers move to the next group when coaches determine that they have met the requirements. All changes between groups are discussed among coaching staff and finalized by the Head Coach.
Swim practice is held rain or shine. If there is any practice cancellation, a team email will be sent and the website will be updated with this information as soon as possible.
It is the responsibility of all swimmers to be at every practice. With this in mind, it is also the responsibility of all swimmers to have their water bottles, swim equipment, etc. prepared and brought to practice. Protective swim bag bins are provided (Milburn Pool only) to keep individuals' swim bags at the pool; these bins are stored and locked each night at the pool.
This group is designed for the novice swimmer who can perform at least two of the four competitive strokes. Emphasis is on stroke mechanics, sportsmanship, and the rules of competitive swimming. The practices are geared to create an enjoyable atmosphere for instruction. Swimmers in this group begin attending local level meets.
This group is for elementary age swimmers. The focus is to continue the development of stroke mechanics and competitive rules with an increased emphasis on interval training and aerobic swimming. Success of each individual swimmer is based on an increased commitment level in attendance and practice effort. Swimmers in this group attend local, regional, and state meets.
This group is for post elementary age swimmers who have not yet advanced to Pre-Senior group. The focus is to continue the development of stroke mechanics and competitive rules with an increased emphasis on interval training and aerobic swimming. Success of each individual swimmer is based on an increased commitment level in attendance and practice effort. Swimmers in this group attend local, regional, and state meets.
Senior I/Senior II Groups
This group is comprised of the most skilled and experienced age-group swimmers. Dryland training is introduced and water time is increased. Swimmers in this group are expected to make a strong commitment with respect to attendance and training efforts. These swimmers are striving to maximize their age group abilities. Swimmers in this group attend local, regional, and state meets.
These groups are comprised of swimmers at the highest ability level, ages 14 to college. These groups train 2½hours each day maximizing mental and physical skills. Goal setting and race strategies are emphasized. Endurance, speed, perfection of stroke technique, and commitment to all aspects of swimming are expected at this level. Swimmers in these groups attend local, regional, state, and national meets.
