Sierra Nevada Swimming

    Fernley Aquatic Swim Team (Sharks)

     

    Swimmer Qualifications

    Each swimmer 9 years and older must be able to safely swim two lengths of the 25 yard pool, using freestyle stroke with breathing, and must complete two lengths using backstroke.

    Swimmers 8 and under must be able to safely swim one length of the 25 yard pool, using freestyle stroke with breathing, and must complete one length using backstroke.

    These lengths should be unassisted, and to the satisfaction of the coach in charge.

     

    Any interested swimmers and their parents should contact Tim Ward (775) 225-9350 or [email protected] for tryout and team information.

     

     FOUR WEEK TRIAL AVALIABLE FOR THOSE INTERESTED IN THE TEAM!

    Team Structure

      Tiger Sharks

    Each of these swimmers has been evaluated based on their times, experience, and knowledge of the sport. Most of the swimmers in this group are new in the sport! These swimmers are still learning most of the strokes and how to do them properly.   Most of these swimmers have also not competed in many meets yet and are still learning what we as swimmers, do!

     

    Expectations:

    • Swimmers must know that it is important to have caps, goggles, and extra towels every day! 
    • These swimmers should know how to swim at least 100 yards of Freestyle and 100 yards of Backstroke.
    • Swimmers are also expected to come to practice with an open mind and ready to learn.
     
     It is very important that these swimmers know that the sport is as fun as it is hard work.   They will be learning how to balance the two, as this will be a huge attribute they can use in any sport. These swimmers will be learning swimming as a sport as well as the discipline it takes to become a great swimmer! 

     

    Hammerheads

     All swimmers group are fully capable of stretching & warming up without supervision. These swimmers are educated on all strokes but are still learning how to master them! These swimmers are 100% dedicated to learning proper stroke technique, as well as proper attitude. 

     

    Expectations:

    • Must be on time, stretched out and in the water every day.
    • Must know what each stroke is and how it is properly done.
    • Must be well mannered in the pool and understand that they influence the younger/beginner swimmers.
    These swimmers are expected to participate and lead team cheers as well as assist in the training of swimmers in other groups. All swimmers have full knowledge of all rules and are expected to follow them. Lastly, these swimmers must also know how to have FUN. After all that is one of the main reasons we are all here!

     

    Makos

     All swimmers in this group are experienced swimmers and have a history longer than at least 1 year of swimming. This group is the highest level of swimming for the Fernley Aquatics Swim Team. There is a higher level of expectations for this group.

    Expectations:

    • Must be on time, stretched out and in the water every day.
    • Must always have all supplies (suit, cap, goggles, and an extra towel)
    • Must have extensive knowledge of all warm up routines, strokes, starts, finishes, turns, and proper meet etiquette.  

    These swimmers must be 100% dedicated to jump starting their swimming careers. This group must understand that they are leaders and influences on our team. All swimmers must know and follow all team and pool rules. They must act appropriately!    Team spirit only helps pump up the rest of the team, this group is expected to maintain and lead team cheers and encourage team spirit. Must know when it’s time to have fun and when it’s time to be serious!