Competitive Program - Please see the main programs tab here for important club information!

The competitive program is for competent artistic swimmers who want a challenging competitive environment. Athletes will train to perform at local to national levels of competition. The competitive swimming program starts the first week of September and continues until the end of June. Athletes are grouped by age and separated into two streams with varying commitments to team training. Athletes are selected for competitive teams by the Head Coach only. Duet and solo routines may be approved by the Head Coach, in addition to team routine, and at an additional cost to the athlete.  All provincial stream athletes may opt into Saskatchewan Artistic Swimming’s High-Performance trials if invited by Saskatchewan Artistic Swimming (trials are typically scheduled for the end of May). All returning national stream athletes are expected to attend Saskatchewan Artistic Swimming’s High-Performance trials; the cost is included in their training fees. Saskatchewan Artistic Swimming communicates High-Performance trials criteria on their website at www.saskartisticswimming.ca and the Aqualenes High-Performance Program Club Rep – TBD.

Volunteers and coaches of the club are required to have a criminal record check completed at the start of the swim season.  Application forms for those living within the city must be picked up at the parent meeting or AGM.  For those living in rural areas, a separate form for the RCMP must be used. Policies are available on club website, www.saskatoonaqualenes.com

June training will be mandatory for returning National Stream athletes and Provincial Stream athletes participating on Provincial Teams. The focus will be on provincial team training expectations. 

Note: Athletes that are not returning next season, may opt out after attending Canadian Artistic Swimming Championships or Canadian Prairie Championships but must inform of their desire to do so at the time of registration.

All SAQ parents will be required to volunteer throughout the season to ensure our competitions run smoothly. SAQ does not have staff, and the success of the club is determined by volunteer involvement. Everyone is busy with other commitments outside of SAQ, and that’s why it’s so important for everyone to be involved. This ensures the volunteer commitments don’t always fall on to the same people. As parents, we are here for our athlete’s love of the sport and to ensure they have a great season.

Signup sheets will be provided for each competition. If shifts remain, names will be placed to ensure all shifts are filled. If you are unable to work the shift your name has been assigned to, it is your responsibility to find someone who can. If you are unable to fulfill your volunteer hours at a competition, you will be required to be involved in other social events or fundraisers.

If you’re unable to volunteer for the specified number of positions indicated in this manual, your account will be charged. Please direct any questions to the SAQ Volunteer Coordinator.

• $300 payment will be charged on March 31 if the following is not completed:
  • 2 shifts per swimmer at provincial meets hosted by SAQ
• $400 payment/interprovincial meet will be charged if the following is not completed:
  • 4 shifts per swimmer at each interprovincial meet hosted by SAQ (i.e. Canadian Prairie Championships)

Note: For those volunteers on the board or executive, your volunteer commitment is covered, as these positions require a higher time commitment throughout the year.      

Coach appreciation gifts and event raffle baskets are put together by each team 2-3 times/season. The team parent(s) arranges and each member will contribute based on what the team decides (e.g. usually $10 each).

$300 payment will be charged to swimmer’s accounts on March 31 – this will cover the raffle tickets that will be handed out in early fall with the raffle draw taking place in spring.

Note: Selling raffle tickets is not mandatory, but is intended as a way to help offset the cost of registration. Should you prefer to not sell raffle tickets, please inform the volunteer treasurer at [email protected] before September 30 so that tickets will not be issued to your family. For families choosing this option, your account will be charged $300 on April 1, not March 31."

For a first-year competitive swimmer, the mandatory wardrobe will include a SAQ jacket, SAQ club suit, black figure suit, SAQ and white swim caps.  See travel policy; approximately $100 – $500 per meet (invoiced & charged before each meet).

All competitive athletes will require a swim cap, goggles, nose clips, swimsuit, towel, yoga mat, 2 yoga blocks, pull buoy, hand paddles, and water bottle at all practices. Many of these items can be purchased from the SAQ Wardrobe coordinator or Al Anderson’s Sports.  Additional items may include red tubing and green ankle tubing band (can purchase from Craven Sports), and a skipping rope however check with your coach before purchasing.

Provincial Competitions

For all competitions that are not hosted in Saskatoon, parents are required to share the costs of the coaches' travel and accommodations for the event.  The team parent will incur the initial costs and split via Splitwise (an app that can be downloaded on google play or at the App Store) with the other parents at the end of the event. 

Coaches receive a per diem cost for daily meals from the club.  If parents purchase meals for the coaches during these events, they are to be charged back to the coach.

Estimated Cost per competition $200-700

National Competitions

For both Qualifiers and Nationals, parents are required to share the costs of the coaches’ travel (mileage/flight) and accommodations for the duration of the event.  The team parent will incur the initial costs and split via Splitwise (an app that can be downloaded on google play or at the App store) with the other parents at the end of the event. 

Coaches receive a per diem cost for daily meals from the club.  If parents purchase meals for the coaches during these events, they are to be charged back to the coach.

Estimated Cost per competition $1500 – $3000

Chaperone Duties

Parents are expected to volunteer at one or more competitions as a team chaperone to help with driving, meal prep, pool snacks and team activity coordination.

In Artistic swimming, free team routines are comprised of eight swimmers. If more than eight swimmers register in an age category, the team routine will have designated team alternates. Alternates are a part of our sport at all levels and some clubs have alternates in every age group. Coaches, in consultation with the head coach, consider the following factors when making decisions on alternate positions: technical ability and skill level, team/club success as we strive to achieve our goals and excel in the few competitions per season, coachability, attitude, leadership, team player, pattern awareness, presence in the water, sharp tight, extension, stunt abilities, picking up skills, practice attendance and level of commitment, and what’s best for all athletes and ultimately the success they deserve. 

Training at daily practice is our majority metric and decisions are based on this. Aqualenes coaching staff are always open and available to discuss with any athlete or parent wishing to know what needs to be done to improve skill or role in the team. Alternates will be named two to three weeks before every routine competition. We understand it is hard for athletes to be thrown into situations, such as a competitive environment, they may not understand, but coaches will do their very best to navigate the season in the most positive manner as possible. The coaches will ensure that all swimmers receive a chance to swim in pattern at a competition or water show during the season. They will trade swimmers in and out of patterns at practices to ensure every swimmer receives team skills training and development.

Positive aspects to having team alternates include: skill development as the team trains together, providing healthy competition which encourages athletes to rise and put in their best effort at every practice, and teams can train un-interrupted both in practice and competition! A pro of our sport is that alternates still get to compete in the figure event at every competition. The coaching staff does not single out any athlete nor find any joy in parents attending competitions and not seeing their athletes compete.  This is the nature of our sport.  

If you feel the potential possibility of being a team alternate is going to be detrimental to your child’s mental health or well-being, we suggest this sport is not the correct fit. An individual sport such as gymnastics, aerial silks, or track may provide the sport experience you are seeking.

Provincial Stream

Provincial Stream includes teams in age groups 10 years and under, 12 years and under, 15 and under, 18 and under, and limited competitive. This program not only improves general fitness, strength, and swimming skills, but also provides athletes with knowledge about nutrition and develops goal setting and teamwork skills throughout the season. Teams practice between 4 and 10 hours per week depending on age and number of routines competed.

Extra routines must be approved by the head coach prior to registering and are dependent on coach availability. Selection is based on athletes who require an extra challenge or to those who may benefit from extra routine skill development. All swimmers asking for an extra routine must be part of a team in the current season and have had close to 100% attendance at team practices in the previous season. Practices can be scheduled for any Aqualenes pool time your swimmer does not practice with their team.  Competitions to attend are the same as team for age level.

Solo/Duet Fees: TBD at beginning of season, based on hours and number of athletes/coaches. Rate will be charged monthly in October-April.  Training and practice for Solos/Duets will be finished after CPC.   

Provincial stream schedule starts September 5, 2023 – May 30, 2024

To accommodate family holidays, SAQ sets athlete holiday schedules

• Thanksgiving weekend:  Saturday, October 7, 2023, thru Monday, October 9, 2023, inclusive.

• Remembrance Day: Saturday, November 11, 2023
• Christmas break:  Thurs, December 21, 2023, thru Wednesday, January 3, 2024, inclusive.
• February break:  Friday, February 16 thru Friday, February 23, 2024, inclusive.
• Easter break:  Friday, March 29 thru Friday, April 5, 2024, inclusive.
• May long weekend:  Saturday, May 18 thru Monday, May 20, 2024 inclusive.

Note:  Please try not to take family holidays during other times, as artistic swimming is a team sport and the presence of all team members is needed to practice routines prior to competitions. Please note, if an athlete is planning on being away on holiday, they are responsible for informing their coach of their absence as well as the costs for practices missed – no refunds will be issued. For safety reasons, if your athlete is away the week before any competition, they may not be able to compete in the team routine but will still be allowed to compete figures.

The holiday schedule is set for both Provincial Stream and National Stream athletes and additional practices are not included in the Regular Fees for each team.  If it is decided extra practices are necessary, the cost of those practices (both pool time and coaching costs) will be charged to the athletes. 

Athletes on Team Sask, Team Sask Development, or Canada Games Team will have additional training sessions with additional costs incurred during the swim season to cover coaching that is not included in the above listed team fees. Additional training may include dates after June 20, 2024.

• Aqualenes Fun Meet (Saturday, March 23, 2024, during regular practice time at Shaw)
• Marnie Eistetter Training Meet, Development Camp & Annual Banquet –November 25-26, 2023 - Estevan, SK
• Sandra Roberts National Age Group Provincials – January 27-28, 2024 – Saskatoon, SK
• Diane Lemon Invitational – March 2-3, 2024 – Regina, SK
• Sadie Caulder Knight Age Group Provincials – April 12–14, 2024 – Saskatoon, SK
• Canadian Prairie Championship – April 25-28, 2024 – Regina, SK
• SAQ Water Show – April 21, 2024 - Time TBD

• Halloween Party:  Tentatively Sunday, October 29, 2023 – Supper and Bowling (not included in fees)
• Yearend Banquet:  June 2, 2024 (not included in fees)

HP Camps:  October 21-22, 2023 in Regina, and Jan 13-14, 2024 in Saskatoon (tentative)

HP Trials:  May 25, 2023, Saskatoon (tentative)

Provincial Programs by Birth Year

National Stream

National Stream includes athletes aged 12 and under, 15 and under, 18 and under and Senior World Aquatics categories. Athletes in this program are high performance athletes in artistic swimming. These athletes are dedicated to train 14 - 20 hours per week. Training includes skill development, land drill, weight training and various other forms of cross training. These athletes compete provincial, nationally, and occasionally internationally.

National Stream athletes schedule starts - September 5, 2023 - June 20, 2024 (no weekends and no dryland training in June)

To accommodate family holidays, SAQ sets athlete holiday schedules:

• Thanksgiving weekend:  Saturday, October 7, 2023, thru Monday, October 9, 2023, inclusive.
• Remembrance Day: Saturday, November 11, 2022
• Christmas break:  Thurs, December 21, 2023, thru Wednesday, January 3, 2024, inclusive.
• February break:  Friday, February 16 thru Friday, February 23, 2024, inclusive.
• Easter break:  Friday, March 29 thru Tuesday, April 2, 2024, inclusive.
• May long weekend:  Saturday, May 18 thru Monday, May 20, 2024 inclusive.

Note:  Please try not to take family holidays during other times, as artistic swimming is a team sport and the presence of all team members is needed to practice routines prior to competitions. Please note, if an athlete is planning on being away on holiday, they are responsible for informing their coach of their absence as well as the costs for practices missed – no refunds will be issued. For safety reasons, if your athlete is away the week before any competition, they may not be able to compete in the team routine but will still be allowed to compete in figures.

The holiday schedule is set for both Provincial Stream and National Stream athletes and additional practices are not included in the Regular Fees for each team.  If it is decided extra practices are necessary, the cost of those practices (both pool time and coaching costs) will be charged to the athletes. 

• Marnie Eistetter Training Meet, Development Camp & Annual Banquet –November 25-26, 2023 - Estevan, SK
• Sandra Roberts National Age Group Provincials – January 27-28, 2024 – Saskatoon, SK
• Diane Lemon Invitational – March 2-3, 2024 – Regina, SK
• Sadie Caulder Knight Age Group Provincials – April 12–14, 2024 – Saskatoon, SK
• Canadian Nationals Qualifier –March 12 – 16, 2024
• SAQ Water show April 21, 2024 - Time TBD
• Canadian Artistic Swimming Championships –May 6 – 11, 2024

Note: HP Camps are mandatory for NS athletes

HP Camps:  October 20-22, 2023 in Regina, and Jan 12-14, 2024 in Saskatoon 

HP Trials:  May 25, 2024, Saskatoon 

2023/2024 (dates TBD): Occur approx. every second month (3-5 per competitive season), during regular Saturday pool time plus added extra practice on Sunday; dependent on SAS budgeting.

National Stream Trial Process:

The Head Coach, in consultation with Provincial Stream (PS) and National Stream (NS) coaching staff, will recommend PS athletes they feel are ready mentally, physically, and technically for the NS Stream. Selection to the NS program will take place the first three weeks in September, and those athletes invited by the Head Coach as well as those new to the NS Program will participate in this assessment.

Components of the assessment will include: HP Trials results, National Stream Staff coach assessments, and routine/figure basics evaluation. Required mark standard, based upon age of the athlete, must be achieved to be selected to participate in the National Stream Program.

Provincial Programs by Birth Year

• 12U National Stream (Born 2012, 2013)
• Youth National Stream (Born 2009 - 2011)
• Junior National Stream (Born 2006 - 2008)
• Senior / Masters (Born 2005 or Earlier)

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Limited Competitive 10 & Under (BORN 2014, 2015, 2016) Provincial Stream

This group is intended for swimmers who have been in the Recreational Program for more than one season (or if evaluated by head coach) and want to advance their skills, for competitive swimmers who do not want to commit quite so many hours, or a swimmer new to competitive swimming.  Athletes are selected to Competitive Teams by the Head Coach only.  Ltd Competitive athletes train 2 X per week pool training and 2X per week dryland.

The program starts September 7/10, 2023 - May 30, 2024

Thursday: pool 4:45 to 6:15 PM; dryland 6:15 to 7 PM at Shaw Centre

Sunday: dryland 12:30 to 1 PM; Pool 1 to 2:30 PM at Shaw Centre

Note:  There are no practices on long weekend Saturday or Sundays

• Aqualenes Fun Meet Saturday, March 23, 2024, at Shaw
• SAQ Water show – Saturday, April 21, 2024, at Shaw - time TBA
• May be asked to pre-swim at Sandra Roberts National Age Group Provincials

Affiliation Fee:      $115      Fee due at time of registration (in addition to Regular fees)          

Regular Fees:        $2,470  

Payment Options:

Annually:              $2,470 due at the time of registration, or

Bi-Annually:          $1,235 due at time of registration and January 1, or

Monthly:               $247 due at time of registration and then monthly September 1 through May 1

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This group is intended for swimmers who have been in the Recreational Program for more than one season (or if evaluated by head coach) and want to advance their skills, for competitive swimmers who do not want to commit quite so many hours, or a swimmer new to competitive swimming.  Athletes are selected to Competitive Teams by the Head Coach only.  Ltd Competitive athletes train 2 X per week pool training and 2X per week dryland.

The program starts September 5/7, 2023 - June 1, 2024.

Note:  There are no practices on long weekend Saturday or Sundays

Tuesday: dryland 5:30 to 6:30 PM; Pool 6:30 to 8:30 PM at Shaw

Thursday: Pool 5:15 – 7:15 PM; dryland 7:15 to 8:15 PM at Shaw

• Aqualenes Fun Meet Saturday, March 23, 2024, at Shaw
• SAQ Water show – Saturday, April 21, 2024, at Shaw - time TBA
• May be asked to pre-swim at Sandra Roberts National Age Group Provincials
• Sadie Caulder Knight Age Group Provincials in Saskatoon

Affiliation Fee:     $115      Fee due at time of registration (in addition to Regular fees)          

Regular Fees:        $3000   

Payment options:

Annually:              $3,000 due at the time of registration, or

Bi-Annually:          $1500 due at the time of registration and January 1, or

Monthly:               $300 due at time of registration and then monthly September 1 – May 1

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10U Provincial Stream (BORN 2014, 2015)

Learning to Train: Building skills for Artistic Swimming and for Life

Athletes at the Learning to Train stage discover what artistic swimming is all about and how fun it can be.  Coaches establish a culture of challenge and fun as they address the windows of trainability for suppleness, stamina, and skill.  While the athlete becomes acquainted with artistic swimming-specific skills and techniques, they continue to develop fundamental movement and motor skills, build a strong fitness base, and fall in love with the sport.  Talent identification occurs at the end of this stage and is based on several factors, including suppleness, skill, and genetic predisposition to the sport.  Athletes are selected to Competitive Teams by the Head Coach only.  All second year Provincial Stream athletes may opt into Saskatchewan Artistic Swimming High Performance trials if they qualify (typically scheduled end of May, at an additional cost - To be decided).  These athletes train 3 X per week pool training, 3X per week dry land training.

Monday - Dryland 5:30 – 6:30 PM; Pool 6:30 – 8:30 PM at Shaw

Thursday Pool 4:15 – 6:15 PM; Dryland 6:15 – 7:15 PM at Shaw

Sunday - Dryland 11:30-12:30 PM; Pool 12:30 to 2:30 PM at Shaw

Note: Team building once per month after practice on a Sunday (Dates TBD by coach) – One parent responsible to bring snack for team

Affiliation Fee       $115       Fee due at time of registration (in addition to Regular fees)

Regular Fees         $3,180  

Payment Options:

Annually                $3,180 due at time of registration or

Bi-Annually           $1,590 - due at time of registration and January 1, or

Monthly                $318 due at time of registration and then monthly September 1 through May 1

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12U Provincial Stream (BORN IN 2012, 2013)

Train to Train: Loving Challenges, building Pride

At the Training to Train stage, athletes learn that hard work can be rewarding and fun.  They enjoy the sense of pride and satisfaction that comes when meeting a challenge head on.  During this stage, trained coaches address the window of accelerated adaption to aerobic, speed, and strength training to maximize the athlete’s development.  During competitions, athletes compete to achieve their best, but the major focus of training is on building an aerobic base and consolidating artistic swimming- specific skills as opposed to competing.  Athletes are selected to Competitive Teams by the Head Coach only.  All Provincial Stream athletes may opt into Saskatchewan Artistic Swimming High Performance trials if they qualify (typically scheduled end of May, at an additional cost - To be decided). These athletes train 3 X per week pool training and 3 X per week dry land training/land drill.

Mentorship service is an expectation of these athletes: each athlete provides two mentorship practices – one will be scheduled before Christmas and one after Christmas.

Monday – Craven Dryland 5:15 – 6:15 PM; Pool 6:30 – 8:30 PM at Shaw

Wednesday – Coach Laurie Flex/Dryland 5:15 – 6:15 PM; Pool 6:30-8:30 PM at Shaw

Saturday – Pool 12 to 4 PM; land drill 4 – 4:30 PM at Shaw

Note: Team building after practice on Saturdays once per month (dates TBD by coach) - One parent responsible to bring snack for team

Affiliation Fee:     $115      Fee due at time of registration (in addition to Regular fees)         

Regular Fees:        $3,660  

Payment Options:

Annually:              $3,660 due at the time of registration, or

Bi-Annually:          $1,830 due at the time of registration and Jan 1, or

Monthly:               $366 due at time of registration and then monthly September 1 through May 1

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 Training to Train: Loving Challenges: Building Pride

At the Training to Train stage, athletes learn that hard work can be rewarding and fun.  They enjoy the sense of pride and satisfaction that comes when meeting a challenge head on.  During this stage, trained coaches address the window of accelerated adaption to aerobic, speed, and strength training to maximize the athlete’s development.  During competitions, athletes compete to achieve their best, but the major focus of training is on building an aerobic base and consolidating artistic swimming-specific skills as opposed to competing.  Athletes are selected to Competitive Teams by the Head Coach only. All Provincial Stream athletes may opt into Saskatchewan Artistic Swimming High Performance trials if they qualify, (typically scheduled end of May at an additional cost - To be decided).  These athletes train 3 times per week pool training, 2 times per week dry land/cross training.

Mentorship service is an expectation of these athletes: each athlete provides two mentorship practices – one will be scheduled before Christmas and one after Christmas. 

The program starts September 5, 2023 - May 30, 2024

Wednesday – Craven Dryland 5:15 – 6:15 PM; Pool 6:30 – 8:30 PM at Shaw

Thursday- Pool 5:00 – 7:00 PM; Dryland 7:00 - 8:00 PM;  at Shaw

Saturday – Pool 12 to 4 PM; land drill 4 – 4:30 PM at Shaw

Note: An extra routine or a weekly private lesson is highly recommended for this age group.   Team building after practice on Saturdays once per month (dates TBD by coach) - One parent responsible to bring snack for team

Affiliation Fee:     $115       Fee due at time of registration (In addition to Regular fees)

Regular Fees:        $3,680  

Payment Options:

Annually:               $3,680 Due at the time of registration, or

Bi-Annually:          $1,840 due at time of registration and January 1, or

Monthly:               $368 due at time of registration and then monthly September 1 through May 1

 

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12U National Stream (Born 2012, 2013)

Athletes are selected to this program by the head coach. These athletes train 4 X per week pool training and 3 X per week dry land/cross training.

The program starts September 6, 2023 – June 20, 2024. 

Monday – Craven Dryland 5:15 – 6:15 PM with 12U PS / Land drill 6:00 – 6:30 PM; Pool 6:30 – 8:30 PM at Shaw

Tuesday – 2 weeks prior to competitions only Pool 6:30 – 8:30 PM Shaw

Wednesday – Dryland/Land Drill 5:30 – 6:30 PM; and 6:30–8:30 PM at Shaw

Thursday – 4:15 – 7:15 PM at Shaw

Saturday - Pool 11:45 AM – 12 PM Activation; 12 PM to 4 PM; land drill 4 – 4:30 PM at Shaw

Affiliation Fee:     $155       Due at time of registration (in addition to Regular fees)

Regular Fees:        $5,395  

Payment options:

Annually:               $5,395 due at time of registration, or

Bi-Annually:          $2,697.50 due at time of registration and January 1, or

Monthly:               $539.50 due at time of registration and then monthly October 1 through June 1

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Training to Train: Loving Challenges: Building Pride

At the Training to Train stage, athletes learn that hard work can be rewarding and fun.  They enjoy the sense of pride and satisfaction that comes when meeting a challenge head on.  During this stage, trained coaches address the window of accelerated adaption to aerobic, speed, and strength training to maximize the athlete’s development.  During competitions, athletes compete to achieve their best, but the major focus is on building an aerobic base and consolidating artistic swimming-specific skills as opposed to competing.  Athletes are selected to Competitive Teams by the Head Coach only.  All National Stream athletes are expected to attend Saskatchewan Artistic Swimming High-Performance trials; the cost is included in their training fees. These athletes train 5 X per week pool training and 3 X per week dry land/cross training.

Mentorship service is an expectation of these athletes: each athlete provides two mentorship practices – one will be scheduled before Christmas and one after Christmas.

The program starts September 5, 2023 – June 20, 2024.

Monday – 5:45 – 6:00 PM Activation; Land drill 6:00 – 6:30 PM; Pool 6:30 -- 8:30 PM at Shaw

Tuesday – Ignite 5:00 – 6:00 PM; Pool 6:30 - 8:30 PM; 8:30 - 9 PM (1/2 team) at Shaw

Wednesday – Dryland/Land Drill 5:30 – 6:30 PM; and 6:30–8:30 PM; 8:30 – 9 PM (1/2 team) at Shaw

Thursday – 4:00 – 4:15 PM Activation; 4:15 – 7:15 PM Pool at Shaw

Friday – Strength 6:30 – 7:30 AM

Saturday - Pool 11:45 AM – 12 PM Activation; 12 PM to 4 PM; land drill 4 – 4:30 PM at Shaw

Affiliation Fee:     $155       Due at the time of registration (in addition to Regular fees)

Regular Fees:        $6,545  

Payment Options:

Annually:               $6,545 due at the time of registration, or

Bi-Annually:          $3,272.50 due at the time of registration and January 1, or

Monthly:               $654.50 due at time of registration and then monthly September 1 through May 1               

 

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Junior National Stream (Born 2006-2008)

Training to Compete/Canada Games Bound: We know greatness will result from our passion

At the Training to Compete stage, athletes learn that their passion for artistic swimming shines through in competition.  Their demanding sport specific physical, tactical, and technical training programs are preparing them for the challenges of performance.  They set individual and team goals and enjoy the satisfaction of reaching them.  At this stage, talent identification and an athlete’s ambitions will largely determine whether she pursues national or international stream of training and competition.  Athletes are selected to Competitive Teams by the Head Coach only. All National Stream athletes are expected to attend Saskatchewan Artistic Swimming High Performance trials; the cost is included in their training fees.  Mentorship service is an expectation of these athletes: each athlete provides two mentorship practices – one will be scheduled before Christmas and one after Christmas.  These athletes train 5-6 times per week pool training and 3 times per week dry land training.

The program starts September 5, 2023 - June 20, 2024.

Monday – 5:45 – 6:00 PM Activation; Land drill 6:00 – 6:30 PM; Pool 6:30 -- 9:00 PM at Shaw

Tuesday – Ignite 5:00 to 6:00 PM; Pool 6:30 to 9:00 PM at Shaw

Wednesday – Dryland/Land Drill 5:30 – 6:30 PM; and 6:30-9:00 PM at Shaw

Thursday – 4:00 – 4:15 PM Activation; 4:15 – 7:15 PM Pool at Shaw

Friday – Ignite 6:30 – 7:30 AM

Saturday - Pool 11:45 AM – 12 PM Activation; 12 PM to 4 PM; land drill 4 – 4:30 PM at Shaw

Affiliation Fee:     $155       Due at the time of registration (in addition to Regular fees)           

Regular Fees:       $6,755  

Payment options:

Annually:              $6,755 due at the time of registration, or

Bi-Annually:          $3,377.50 due at the time of registration and January 1, or

Monthly:               $675.50 due at time of registration and then monthly dated September 1 through May 1

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In artistic swimming, what we learn in the pool we take with us for life.

Our athletes lead all-around active and healthy lives. The Active for Life Stage focuses on enabling athletes to make a smooth transition from the competitive careers to lifelong physical activity and participation in sport. Whether athletes choose to continue in artistic swimming as volunteers, coaches, officials, university level competitors, Masters or Senior level athletes, change to a different sport, transition to a career at Cirque du Soleil or another professional field, or participate in new recreational activities, the skills they learn in artistic swimming will help them succeed in whatever path they choose. A schedule that fits their life situation will be determined upon registration as these athletes hold down jobs or are enrolled in post-secondary schooling/courses. Athletes are selected to competitive teams by the Head Coach only.

Senior Program athletes may train 3-4 times per week pool training (8-12 hours). Master’s Program athletes may train 2 to 3 times per week (4-6 hours).  Athletes will consult with our Head Coach to design a schedule, and then fees will be determined prior to full registration based on the program.

• Sandy Roberts National Age Group Provincials

• National Qualifier Event

• Nationals, Masters Nationals, or Canadian Artistic Swimming Championships

• Canadian Prairie Championship  

• SAQ Water show Saturday, April 21, 2024, Shaw, Time TBA

Affiliation Fee:      $90              Due at time of registration (in addition to Regular fees)           

Regular Fees:       Fees will be based on the number of hours the athletes are in the water and will be determined prior to registration.