Swim Neptune Program 

Swimmers who desire to compete in a number of USA Swimming meets each year, potentially competing at the Regional, State, and National level are ideal candidates for the Swim Neptune Program. The competitive track includes the full USA Swimming short course season, followed by the Long Course season through the summer.

The Swim Neptune competitive track incorporates a carefully thought out road map that allows swimmers to achieve their fullest potential in the water, with progressive building of strength, stamina, performance and – above all – a balanced and healthy love of the sport!

 

White Group: White group swimmers are ready to embrace the challenges of competitive swimming and build a foundation for long-term success in the sport of swimming. Swimmers in our White Group are encouraged to have spent at least one season in our Trident Program, although it is not necessary based on the skill level of the athlete. Placement in the White Group is at the discretion of the coach.

Swimmers in the White group:

  • Typically 7-11 years old
  • Attend a 2-4 practice sessions a week
  • Are committed to attending the highest-level meet in which they qualify
  • Show leadership skills in and out of the pool, great attitude with teammates and coaches and a strong work ethic.

Equipment: Fins, Goggles, Front Mount Adult Snorkel, Buoy, Mesh Bag

Entry Set: Easily swim 2x100 Free, 2x100 Free Kick, 2x100 Free Pull, 2x100 IM legal strokes from a dive.  

**Locations: Aviano, Chandler, DC Ranch, Florence, Glendale, Kingman, Moon Valley

Black Group: Swimmers learn how to train, race and further develop (and advance) all competitive strokes. Swimmers compete regularly and strive toward Arizona State Championship Qualifying times.  Coaches at this level focus on advanced stroke techniques, overall commitment to fitness, and developing the endurance needed to build competitive skills. Placement in the Black Group is at the discretion of the coach.

Swimmers In the Black Group:

  • Typically 10-13 years old
  • Attend 3-5 practices sessions a week and 1-2 dryland sessions (based on location)
  • Are committed to attending the highest-level meet in which they qualify
  • Show leadership skills in and out of the pool, great attitude with teammates and coaches and a strong work ethic.

Equipment: Fins, Goggles, Front Mount Adult Snorkel, Mesh Bag, Pull Buoy, Strokemaker Paddles.

Entry Test Set: 10x50 Free @1:00; 5x100 Free @1:00, 5x100 IM @2:15

**Locations: Aviano, Chandler, DC Ranch, Florence, Glendale, Kingman, Moon Valley

Blue Group: Blue Group is for swimmers learning how to excel in the sport of swimming. Swimmers further develop (and advance) competitive strokes, compete regularly, set goals, and develop a strong work ethic and a winner’s mindset. In the pool the focus is on advanced techniques, and developing endurance and speed needed to compete at meets such as Arizona State Championships, Southwest Regional Age Group Championships and more. Swimmers in blue group are also working towards becoming Senior level swimmers when appropriate. Placement in the Blue Group is at the discretion of the coach.

Swimmers In the Blue Group:

  • Typically 12-14 years old
  • Attend 5-6 practices sessions a week (including possible AM workouts) and 1 - 2 dryland sessions (based on location)
  • Maintains a 90% or higher attendance record
  • Attend meets regularly as directed by the Coach
  • Are committed to attending the highest-level meet in which they qualify
  • Show leadership skills in and out of the pool, great attitude with teammates and coaches and an ELITE level work ethic.

Equipment: Fins, Goggles, Front Mount Adult Snorkel, Mesh Bag, Pull Buoy, Strokemaker Paddles plus any other equipment deemed necessary by the coach.

Entry Test Set: 10x100 1:30; 8x200 3:00; 6x200 IM 3:30

**Locations: Aviano, Chandler, DC Ranch, Florence, Glendale, Kingman, Moon Valley

Senior III: Swimmers in Senior III are those athletes that are interested in competing in high school swimming with an eye towards advancing in our senior program. Swimmers in this group typically start in our Trident III / HS Program. This group will further develop stroke technique, speed and endurance. Attendance is recommended 3-5 times per week. 

Swimmers can progress from this level to Senior II or Senior I if interested and with Coach recommendation.

Swimmers In Senior III:

  • Typically 13-18 years old
  • Attend 3-5 Practices a week
  • Have a strong desire to progress in the Senior program
  • Attend meets as directed by the Coach

Equipment: Fins, Goggles, Front Mount Adult Snorkel, Mesh Bag, Pull Buoy, Strokemaker Paddles plus any other equipment deemed necessary by the coach.

**Locations: Aviano, Chandler, DC Ranch, Florence, Glendale, Kingman, Moon Valley

Senior II: Swimmers in Senior II are those athletes making the transition from age group swimming to our senior program. Swimmers in this group have competed in the highest levels of our age group program and are working towards Arizona Senior State qualifying times and beyond - including a pursuit of collegiate-level swimming opportunities. Practices are offered 6 days per week, and 6 days are recommended, including dryland sessions and possible AM practices. This group is considered a highly competitive group.

Swimmers In Senior II :

  • Typically 13-16 years old
  • Attend 6 + Practices a week including dryland and possible AM Workouts
  • Maintains a 90% or higher attendance record
  • Attend meets regularly as directed by the Coach
  • Are committed to attending the highest-level meet in which they qualify
  • Show leadership skills in and out of the pool, great attitude with teammates and coaches and an ELITE level work ethic.

Equipment: Fins, Goggles, Front Mount Adult Snorkel, Mesh Bag, Pull Buoy, Strokemaker Paddles, plus any other equipment deemed necessary by the coach.

**Locations: Aviano, Chandler, DC Ranch, Florence, Glendale, Kingman, Moon Valley

Senior I / Senior National: Athletes at this level are committed to a national-level competitive and possible pursuit of collegiate-level swimming opportunities. Swimmers in Senior I should have Multiple Arizona Senior Championship qualifying times and / or Sectional Level qualifying times. Swimmers in Senior National have achieved multiple Sectional level times and possibly Jr National Qualifying times. Placement into this group can only be made with the recommendation of the coaching staff. Practices are offered 6 days per week and 6 days is STRONGLY encouraged (this may include morning practices per the season plan). Training includes 2 + dryland workouts per week.

Swimmers In Senior I:

  • Typically 14 + years old
  • Attend 6 + Practices a week including dryland and AM Workouts
  • Maintains a 95% or higher attendance record
  • Attend meets regularly as directed by the Coach
  • Are committed to attending the highest-level meet in which they qualify
  • Show leadership skills in and out of the pool, great attitude with teammates and coaches and an ELITE level work ethic.

Equipment: Fins, Goggles, Front Mount Adult Snorkel, Mesh Bag, Pull Buoy, Strokemaker Paddles, plus any other equipment deemed necessary by the coach.

**Locations: Aviano, Chandler, DC Ranch, Florence, Glendale, Kingman, Moon Valley