Developing Our Athletes

Our Purpose:

  1. Quality Programs:** To provide top-notch swimming programs to the community, catering to swimmers of all levels and various goals.
  2. Maximize Potential:** To develop our swimmers to their fullest potential.
  3. Holistic Growth:** To nurture young people into well-rounded and successful individuals.
  4. Lifelong Swimming:** To offer swimming opportunities to people of all ages.
  5. Competitive Excellence:** To compete successfully at regional, provincial, and national levels.

Our Values:

  • Fun and Hard Work: We have fun while working hard.
  • Inclusivity: We welcome everyone.
  • Supportive Team Environment: We are a team where swimmers with diverse goals can thrive.
  • Swimmer-Centric Approach:** We prioritize the needs of our swimmers.
  • Pride and Respect: We are proud of our team and respect others.
  • Humility: We remain humble in our achievements.
  • Determination: We are determined to succeed.

LTAD (Long-Term Athlete Development) Strategies
We implement long-term development strategies to ensure sustained growth and success for our athletes.

Parents Role:

Parents play several important roles in supporting a competitive swimmer. 

  • Encourager: Provide emotional support and encouragement, celebrating achievements and helping the swimmer stay motivated through challenges. 
  • Nutritionist: Help with meal planning and ensuring the swimmer has access to healthy food that supports their training and recovery needs.
  • Scheduler: Assist with managing and keeping track of practice schedules, meet dates, and other important events.  All found under "Programs" on the website.
  • Listener: Be available to listen and provide guidance when the swimmer needs to talk about their experiences, goals, or concerns.
  • Cheerleader: Cheering for the swimmer and supporting them from the stands.
  • Advocate: Communicate with coaches when necessary, advocating for the swimmer’s needs and ensuring they have the support they require.
  • Role Model: Demonstrate a positive attitude, good sportsmanship, and a healthy approach to competition, setting an example for the swimmer. 
  • Health Monitor: Keep an eye on the swimmer’s physical and emotional well-being, helping to manage injuries or stress and ensuring they get appropriate rest and recovery.  

By fulfilling these roles, parents can greatly enhance their swimmer’s experience and success in the sport.