South Lyon Aquatics

South Lyon Aquatics offers training and practice groups for swimmers of all ages and ability levels. It is the goal of South Lyon Aquatics to offer age specific training for all of our athletes geared towards challenging each individual and developing each individual to the best of THEIR abilities.

 

Developmental B Group (Beginner)

This group is for beginning swimmers primarily age 8 and under who can swim 1 length of the pool  (25 yards) of freestyle and backstroke, both without stopping.  The swimmer must be able to float, be comfortable in deep water and be able to swim freestyle without struggle.  Swimmers will focus on learning the four competitive strokes (Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke and Butterfly) and also starts and turns.  The basic skills will be taught including streamlines and technique work will be heavily focused.

Developmental B Group should :

  • Attend the 2 scheduled practices each week

  • Attend appropriate swim meets

  • Seasonal commitment

    • Short Course (September-March)  Long Course (April-July)

  • Group placement required

  • Practices are 1 hour in length

  • Required Equipment: Fins, Kickboard, and Mesh Bag

Monthly Fee - $75

 

Developmental A Group (Advanced)

This group is for beginning swimmers primarily age 10 and under who have the ability to swim Freestyle and Backstroke legally and also have a concept of the Breaststroke and Butterfly.   Swimmers will focus on learning the four competitive strokes (Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke and Butterfly) and also starts and turns.  The basic skills will be taught including streamlines and technique work will be heavily focused.  

Developmental A Group should :

  • Attend the 2 of the 3 scheduled practices each week

  • Attend appropriate swim meets

  • Seasonal commitment

    • Short Course (September-March)  Long Course (April-July)

  • Group placement required

  • Practices are 1 hour in length

  • Required Equipment: Fins, Kickboard, Snorkel, and Mesh Bag  

Monthly Fee - $105

 

Green Group

This group is for advanced beginning swimmers primarily aged 8-12.  Swimmers should know Freestyle and Backstroke efficiently and also be legal in Breaststroke and Butterfly.  Development of strokes while learning to train will be emphasized.  

Green Group should:

  • Attend the 3 of the 4 scheduled practices per week

  • Attend recommended meets

  • Seasonal commitment

    • Short Course (September-March)  Long Course (April-July)

  • Group placement required

  • Practices are 1.25 hours in length

  • Required Equipment: Fins, Kickboard, Pull Buoy, Snorkel, Water Bottle, and Mesh Bag

Monthy Fee - $140

 

WB Group

This group is for swimmers primarily aged 9-13 including intermediate younger swimmers, who need a challenging and productive atmosphere, and older age group swimmers that are looking for a “Non-competitive” structure.  Swimmers should know all four strokes efficiently.  Development of strokes while training will be emphasized. 

Black Group should:

  • Attend 4 of the 5 scheduled practices per week

  • Attend recommended meets

  • Seasonal commitment

    • Short Course (September-March)  Long Course (April-July)

  • Group placement required

  • Practices are 1.5 hours in length and 2 days of dryland each week

  • Required Equipment: Fins, Kickboard, Pull Buoy, Paddles, Snorkel, Water Bottle, and Mesh Bag

Monthly Fee - $165

 

Competition Group

This group is for intermediate level swimmers aged 9-13 who have mastered the basics in both technique and training principles.  Continued work on proper stroke technique, endurance, and personal goal setting are key aspects of this groups training.  These swimmers are encouraged to reach the State and Zone levels with long range goals to reach Sectional and National levels.  State Level 12 and under swimmers are generally in this group.  Dryland will be incorporated into the weekly practices.

Competition Group should:

  • Attend 5 of the 6 scheduled practices per week

  • Attend recommended meets

  • Seasonal commitment

    • Short Course (September-March)  Long Course (April-July)

  • Group placement required

  • Practices are 2 hours in length with 3 days of dryland each week  

  • Required Equipment: Fins, Kickboard, Pull Buoy, Paddles, Snorkel, Water Bottle, and Mesh Bag

Monthly Fee - $200

 

Senior Group

This group is for advanced swimmers.  Technique, endurance, goal setting and racing strategies are all developed and refined at this level.  These swimmers aspire to reach State, Zone, Sectional, National and International qualifications.  These are serious athletes, and train up to six days per week up to three hours each practice.  Daily dryland training will be incorporated into the practices.  State level 13 and over swimmers and beyond are generally in this group.

Senior Group should:

  • Attend ALL scheduled practices each week
  • Attend recommended meets

  • Seasonal commitment

    • Short Course (September-March)  Long Course (April-July)

  • Group placement required
  • Practices are 2 hours in length with 3 days of dryland each week  
  • Required Equipment: Fins, Kickboard, Pull Bouy, Paddles, Snorkel, Water Bottle, and Mesh Bag

Monthly Fee - $225

 

Preferrerd Equipment from TYR

Flex Fins 2.0 - All practice groups will use fins.  These can be ordered based on shoe size.

Catalyst Paddle - WB = XS or S      Competition = S or M       Senior = M, L, or XL

UltraliteSnorkel - All practice groups Dev. A and above will need this.

Kickboard - All swimmers should have the full size kick board, regardless of age or size.

Mesh Bag - These are for holding all practice gear.  It makes transport to and from the pool easier.