Iowa Flyers Swim Club
AGE GROUP 1
Practice days:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Practice Objectives: This group is designed for athletes 10 years old and younger. This group is intended for swimmers who can legally race all four strokes. Additionally, swimmers will be learning the fundamental skills of competitive swimming in a positive and age-appropriate environment. Swimmers are continually encouraged to compete in sanctioned swim meets.
Please refer to the Team Calendar on our main page for practice times and locations.
Spectrum of Competence
Advancement: Please see the Performance, Character, Competence, Confidence, & Connection Metrics for AG2 or JR1 . Our group progression is based on the AMERICAN DEVELOPMENT MODEL. Participation in several sanctioned swim meets per season is preferred for AG1.
Meet Attendance:
4-6 meets per season. IASI Regional and 8&U Championships attendance is highly recommended.
Required Equipment:
IFLY team cap at practice during the week. Saturdays are reserved for caps of the athletes' choice.
Well-fitting suit (such as jammers for boys and 1-piece for girls), cap, goggles, fins, kickboard, pull buoy
General Public Dues: $100.00/month
When athletes are Rec. Services Members- Dues (10% discount): $91.00/month
Seasonal Fees: (charged twice per year: once in September and once in April)- $75.00
This fee helps offset coaches' travel expenses and unexpected seasonal costs.
