Swim Groups

RYST coaching staff will determine the level in which your swimmer participates. It is a multi-faceted process which generally includes: age, maturity, attitude, swim skill sets, swim speed, numbers in groups, and other factors that affect the flow of practices. If at any time, you have questions or concerns with regards to which level your swimmer is in, feel free to contact a RYST coach. 

Platinum: This is the upper advanced group. It is for swimmers in 8th grade and above. Requirements for this group include swimming 10x100s on the 1:15 or faster. Practice includes 7.5 hours of swimming per week.  

Diamond: This is the advanced group. It is for swimmers 8th grade and above. Requirements for this group include swimming 10x100s on the 1:30 or faster. Practice includes 7.5 hours of swimming per week.  

Gold: This is the intermediate group. It is for swimmers 7th grade and under. At this level, all swimmers should know the four strokes, starts, turns, pace work, and have developed endurance for repetitive sets. Practice includes 7.5 hours of swimming per week. 

Silver: This is the beginner group. Ages for this group range from 6-12 years old. Stroke development, building stamina, and having fun are a few of the tasks we focus on. Practice includes 5 hours of swimming per week.