Bronze GroupPractice Time: Mon./Wed. (3:30-4:40)
Lanes 1 & 2 To Join: Swimmers on the Bronze Team are able to swim at least 3 out of the 4 competitive strokes. They also use rhythmic breathing during freestyle and can swim 4 laps without much stopping. Focus: The beginning team will develop general stroke competence in all five of the competitive disciplines (Butterfly, Backstroke, Breast Stroke, Freestyle and the IM). They will learn correct starts, turns and transitions. They will work on competitive elements of their swims to include pacing, sprinting and breathing correctly. The beginning team will also combine elements of games or activities to promote the lighter side of the sport. |
Silver GroupPractice Time: Mon./Wed. (3:30-4:40)
Lanes 3 & 4 To Join: Swimmers on the Silver Team are able to swim all 4 competitive strokes efficiently and effectively. Focus: Further development of stroke technique and form. Advanced start and turn techniques taught as well as speed and pacing work. |
Gold GroupPractice Time: Mon./Wed.. (3:30- 4:40)
Lanes 5 & 6 Description: Swimmers on the Gold Team have experience with competitive swimming, can swim all 4 competitive strokes, can dive properly, and have an overall understanding of the technical aspects of swimming. They will attend many if not all of the swim meets. |