Cambridge Aquajets Programs

The Cambridge Aquajets offer a progressive pathway from entry-level swimming to high-performance competition. Here's a breakdown of each group:


Mini-Jets

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  • Program Type: Intro to competitive swimming
  • Schedule: 1 × 45-minute practice per week
  • Location: John Dolson Centre
  • Focus: Basic swim skills and water confidence
  • Meets: Not applicable

Novice 1

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  • Program Type: Intro to competitive swimming
  • Schedule: 1 × 60-minute practice per week
  • Locations: W.G. Johnson Pool & John Dolson Centre
  • Focus: Stroke development, race skills, early competition
  • Meets: Local developmental meets throughout the year

Novice 2

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  • Schedule: 2 × 60-minute practices per week
  • Locations: W.G. Johnson Pool & John Dolson Centre
  • Focus: Increased technical skill and endurance
  • Meets: Local developmental meets

Novice 3

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  • Schedule: 3 practices per week
  • Locations: John Dolson Centre
  • Focus: Advanced stroke technique, race preparation
  • Meets: Local and regional meets

Intermediate

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  • Schedule: 4-6 practices per week
  • Locations: John Dolson Centre
  • Focus: Continued skill development, aerobic training, race strategy
  • Meets: Local and regional meets across Southern Ontario
  • Commitment: Consistent attendance and meet participation expected

Advanced 1

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  • Program Type: Mid-level competitive group
  • Schedule: 4–5 practices per week (includes some morning sessions)
  • Focus: Performance training, technical refinement
  • Meets: Regional meets across Southern Ontario
  • Commitment: Strong focus on competitive progression

Advanced 2 & 3

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  • Program Type: High-performance
  • Schedule: 7–8 practices per week (includes dryland training)
  • Focus: Preparing for regional, provincial, and national competition
  • Meets: High-level competition throughout the season
  • Commitment: Full training and meet schedule, performance-focused environment

Looking for more information?

This table includes links to commonly requested information.

Topic Link Description
How to Join Link Steps to join the Aquajets.
Calendar Link A regularly updated Google Sheet with the year's calendar.
Advanced Link Program details for the Advanced groups.
Intermediate Link Program details for the Intermediate groups.
Novice Link Program details for the Novice groups.
Mini Jets Link Information and registration for the Mini Jets program.
FAQs Link Frequently asked questions.
Equipment & Team Gear Link What equipment you need and where to get it, including team gear.
Family Commitment Link Overview of volunteer requirements for families.
Officiating Link How parents can get involved as officials at meets.
Bingo Link Information about bingo volunteering.
Club Handbook Link Club policies, procedures, and general information.
Events Link Sign-ups for events and meets, as well as updates to the schedule.
Registration Link Current registration link (if open).
Free Assessment Link Form for a swimming assessment and interest in joining CAJ.