The YMCA of Parkersburg Shark Swim Team offers training and practice groups for swimmers of all ages and ability levels. It is the goal of the YMCA of Parkersburg Shark Swim Team 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.
Please call the YMCA at 304-485-5585 for details, or Click Here to send us an email request for more information.
| Developmental/Junior B This is the first level for the Shark Swim Team. Swimmers are typically 8 and under in age or new 9-10 year old swimmers. Athletes in this group focus mainly on learning four legal competitive strokes, having fun, and perfecting start and turn technique. Junior A Group Athletes in this group are usually at least 9 years old and have completed the River Rat Group skills list. This group is exposed to training for the first time while trying to prepare for the 200 Freestyle and 200 Individual Medley races. Swimmers in this group are also introduced to dryland exercises. Senior Group Minimum age for entry into this group is 12 years old. Athletes entering the Senior group are encouraged to develop a strong desire to perform at the highest level they are capable of. Training is geared towards individual talents, although a strong aerobic endurance factor is present. Athletes in the Senior group are directed towards making their Y Zone Time Standards or higher, advancing from the high school regional meet to the State championships and ultimately making it to YMCA Nationals. Athletes are encouraged to participate in an advanced dryland program and attend some morning practices.
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