This group is intended for active competing swimmer with a focus on race performance. In this group swimmers, demonstrate proper stream lines and advanced knowledge on flip turns and open turns (Butterfly and Breaststroke). While maintaining proper stroke technique this group follows a specific training and meet schedule. Swimmers in this group should be USA Swimming registered
Next progression group - Gold
Ages: 14 Under
Swimmers practice in the outdoor Hazard pool at Mission Valley.
- Monday – Friday 4:00 pm – 5:40 pm
- Dry-land
- Recommended 4-5 practices per week
Swimmers in this group participate in all levels YMCA meets and USA Swimming meets.
- Recommended meet participation 5 - 10 meets per full season
- Fall/Winter season September to April
- Sprint/Summer season April to August
Price (Check with the YMCA to verify pricing and options)
- Member - $96/month - Plus YMCA membership
Group Expectations
- Maintain the use of YMCA Core Values in practice and in life
- Learn to handle time management – family, school work and swim commitments
- Swimming is becoming high importance, striving for personal excellence and top level performance
- Expected to bring swim equipment/gear to practice
- Encouraging toward your teammates
- Continued leadership
- Learn advance training
- Goal setting
Equipment/Gear
- Goggles/Cap
- Snorkel
- Fins
- Paddles
- Water Bottle
- Drag Suit (optional but recommended)
Expected Minimum training Sets
- 10 x 100 Free @1:25
- 8 x 100 Kick @1:55
- 4 x 200 IM 3:15
