Tsunamis Swim Team Training Groups and Practice Times   Jr. Tsunamis The Jr. Tsunamis group is designed for swimmers who have successfully completed Levels 1–10 of the Tsunamis Swim Academy. This program serves as the next step after one-on-one, 30-minute lessons, transitioning swimmers into a one-hour group training environment. While in Jr. Tsunamis, swimmers will: Build endurance through longer training sessions Learn more advanced stroke drills and techniques Begin participating in Developmental swim meets Practice Location: Calypso Cove - Margate Practice Days/Times: Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 5:30 - 6:30pm Minimum age: 9 Cost: $90/Month   Bronze Group The Bronze Group is designed for age group swimmers who have completed all 10 levels of our pre-competitive lesson program and are ready to begin formal training for competition. Swimmers must be able to: Swim 50 meters freestyle Swim 25 meters backstroke and breaststroke Swim 12.5 meters butterfly — all unassisted This group focuses on building endurance while emphasizing proper technique across all four competitive strokes. Swimmers will also be introduced to starts, turns, and race preparation. Meets: Bronze Group swimmers will participate in Sizzler and Developmental swim meets. Practice Location: Calypso Cove - Margate Practice Days/Times: Monday, Wednesday, Friday:  4:30pm - 5:15pm Minimum age: 4 Cost: $75/Month   Silver Group The Silver Group is for swimmers who have progressed from Jr. Tsunamis or the Bronze Group, have participated in multiple swim meets, and are ready for a higher level of training and commitment. This group focuses on: Building endurance while reinforcing proper technique in all four competitive strokes Enhancing skills in starts, turns, and race strategies Introducing goal-setting and tracking motivational times to help swimmers stay focused and motivated Meets: Silver Group swimmers regularly participate in Beginner Developmental meets. Practice Location: Calypso Cove - Margate Practice Days/Times: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 4:30pm – 5:45pm Friday: 5:15 - 7:00pm Minimum age: 9 Cost: $80/Month   Gold Group Swimmers in the Gold Group will typically progress from the Bronze or Silver groups. This group emphasizes refining technique while introducing more advanced drills and training methods to prepare swimmers for competitive success. Key focuses include: Mastering technique with a strong emphasis on efficiency Practicing advanced drills and learning to swim fast Introduction to interval training and race strategies Incorporating dry-land workouts to build strength and conditioning Meets: Gold Group swimmers will participate in Developmental, BC, and BB meets. Practice Location: Calypso Cove - Margate Practice Days/Times: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 5:30pm - 7:00pm Friday: 5:15 - 7:00pm Minimum age: 10 Cost: $85/Month   Senior 1 Group The Senior 1 Group is designed specifically for swimmers who may have started swimming in middle school or high school and are either currently on or working toward joining their high school swim team. This group focuses on: Heavily refining stroke technique Incorporating speed work to improve race performance Introducing beginner weight training to build strength and conditioning Swimmers in the Senior 1 group will focus on developing the skills necessary to succeed in competitive high school swimming. Practice Location: Township Aquatic Center – Coconut Creek Practice Days/Times: Monday-Wedneday, Friday: 5:30 - 7:30pm *Fridays will start with 45 min of dry-land Saturday- 7:00am – 9:00am Minimum age: 13 Cost: $90/Month   Blue Group Swimmers in the Blue Group typically progress from the Gold Group and are ready to focus on more intense speed work and race preparation. At this level, swimmers are proficient in all four strokes and are introduced to more advanced training techniques. Key focuses include: Exposure to speed work using a pace clock for interval training Learning how to race effectively through speed drills and race-specific techniques Continuing to prioritize technique while incorporating faster training sets Introducing beginner weight training to build strength and conditioning Meets: Blue Group swimmers will participate in Developmental, BB, and Age Group Champs level meets. Practice Location: Township Aquatic Center – Coconut Creek Practice Days/Times: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 5:30pm - 7:30pm *Fridays will start with 45 min of dry-land Saturday- 7:00am – 9:00am Minimum age: 11 Cost: $90/Month   Green Group The Green Group is for swimmers with multiple years of experience who are ready to commit to a higher level of training. This group is focused on preparing swimmers for competitive success at advanced levels. Key focuses include: Prioritizing strength training and speed work to improve performance Training for qualifying times at higher-level meets Incorporating gym workouts multiple times a week to build strength and conditioning Introducing swimmers to the basics of nutrition to support their athletic performance Meets: Green Group swimmers will participate in BB, Age Group/Senior Champs, and other higher-level competitions. Practice Location: Township Aquatic Center – Coconut Creek Practice Days/Times: Monday & Wednesday: 5:30pm - 7:30pm Tuesday: GYM 5:45am - 6:45am - GYM/ SWIM 5:30pm - 7:30pm Friday: GYM 5:30-6:30pm Saturday- 7:00am - 9:30am Minimum age: 13 Cost:  $95/Month *Plus gym membership: $8   Senior 2 Group The Senior 2 Group is designed for swimmers who are fully committed to performing at the highest level of their abilities. This group is for athletes who demonstrate a strong desire to push themselves in training and competition, with a focus on individualized training plans that cater to each swimmer’s unique strengths. Key focuses include: Tailored training geared toward developing individual talents Emphasis on aerobic endurance and building race-specific stamina A strong understanding of nutrition and self-care to maximize training effectiveness Additional Training: This group incorporates dryland and/or gym workouts almost daily to support strength, conditioning, and overall performance. Meets: Senior 2 swimmers will participate in Senior Champs, Sectionals, and higher-level competitions. Practice Location: Township Aquatic Center – Coconut Creek Practice Days/Times: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 4:30 - 6:30pm Tuesday: GYM 5:45-7:6:45am /  SWIM 4:30 - 6:30pm Friday: SWIM - 5:15-6:45am / GYM - 5:30-6:30pm Saturday- 7:00am – 9:30am Minimum age: 14 (must be in high school) Cost: $105/Month * Plus gym membership: $18