2025-26 Short Course Season Training Group Descriptions:

Gold 1 and 2

The athletes in the gold groups are looking to becoming stronger and faster swimmers.  They listen well and try all the suggestions the coaches give them. Swimmers MUST be able to complete 25 yards of Freestyle without stopping and 25 yards of backstroke without stopping. Some knowledge of breaststroke and butterfly preferred, but not necessary. We will encourage participation in meets when the swimmer is ready.

EXPECTATIONS: To learn and enjoy the sport while experiencing the team atmosphere!

EQUIPMENT NEEDED: A racing suit, goggles, and swim cap (We will also be asking our Gold swimmers to purchase a pull bouy and training fins.

WORKOUT DAYS/TIMES: Gold 1: TUESDAY/THURSDAY 6-6:30pm and FRIDAY 6-6:45pm and Gold 2: MONDAY/WEDNESDAY/FRIDAY 6-6:45pm

Age Group 1

The main emphasis in our age group 1 program is working on perfecting stroke technique on all four racing strokes. An element of training is being introduced into the practices to go along with strong stroke technique emphasis. Positive habits are reinforced here. The swimmers are very energetic and fun to coach. Swimmers must be legal in at least three of the four competitive strokes, and have some knowledge of all four strokes.

EXPECTATIONS: To learn and enjoy the sport while incorporating the competitive side of swimming into the mix.  Age Group 1 members should attend practice at least 3 times per week and participate in at least two or three meets throughout the season and are strongly encouraged to attend the Regional Championship (meet finale for all kids not swimming in the Age Group Championships or higher).

EQUIPMENT NEEDED: A racing suit, goggles, and swim cap (We will also be asking our AG1 swimmers to purchase a pull bouy, hand paddles, training snorkel and training fins.

WORKOUT DAYS/TIMES: MONDAY-FRIDAY 6-7pm; SATURDAY 8:15-9am

Age Group 2

Age Group 2 is the first step in developing swimmers aerobic training base. Technique is still the primary focus with these advanced 9-12 year old swimmers. The group will swim longer distances in practice and training interval sets that will develop their strength and endurance.  Swimmers will be asked to maintain proper stroke technique throughout their swims. Racing strategy is taught. The swimmers in this group start to develop their concentration skills, which applied with determination, will equal success as they become older senior swimmers.

EXPECTATIONS: To be more competitive in the sport, aiming to reach state level championships (Age Group Championships).  Based on age and experience, some Age Group 2 members will be invited to attend dry land training before practice (once per week). Age Group 2 members should attend at least 4 practices per week and participate in at least three or more meets throughout the season and are expected to attend the Regional Championship meet, unless they have qualified for Age Group Championships or higher.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED: A racing suit, goggles, and swim cap. (We will also be asking our AG2 swimmers to purchase a pull buoy, training snorkel, hand paddles and training fins.

WORKOUT DAYS/TIMES: MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY 7-8:30pm; SATURDAY 7:30-9am

Senior Program

The Senior Program has an increased training element. Workout habits are refined and improved. This group is comprised of top age group swimmers and high school swimmers. Each swimmer in the Senior level has specific goals written out in the beginning of the season. The coaching staff will sit with each swimmer periodically to track goal progress and adjust plans as needed. Seniors are expected to attend at least 80% of all practices and all meets eligible to participate in. Swimmers in our Senior Program will be organized in lanes by training abilities.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED: A racing suit, goggles, and swim cap. (We will also be asking our Senior swimmers to purchase a pull buoy, training snorkel, hand paddles and training fins.)

The Senior training group is designed for swimmers ages 13 and over. Some lanes will continue to focus on developing stoke technique, building an aerobic training base, and gaining race experience. While other lanes will be more competition focused. If you want to be a great high school swimmer, you can be if you are willing to put in the work.  Each swimmer has a goal and a dream of what they want to have accomplished with his or her swimming career and is challenged personally in practice by the coaches to achieve their individual goals.  

SENIORS EXPECTATIONS: To participate competitively in the sport, striving to make time cuts for the Senior championship meet. Participation is required in as many meets in season as possible (as recommended by coaching staff), as well as the highest championship level meet he/she qualifies for. Practices are mandatory, not suggested. Dry lands are to be attended twice a week before practice as well. Any conflicts must be brought to the coaching staff ahead of time.  

WORKOUT DAYS/TIMES: MONDAY through FRIDAY 6:30-8:30pm; SATURDAY 7:30-9am

DRYLANDS: MONDAY AND WEDNESDAY 6-6:30pm (Start Date 9/17)