Bronze

The Bronze group consists of our newest and youngest swimmers.  These swimmers are allowed, but not required, to compete in meets.  Practice is one hour, twice a week.  During that time, swimmers
will focus on stroke technique and how to be part of a swim team.  Bronze practice sessions are split into two sections- 6-7 pm and 7-8 pm.  The 7-8 pm swimmers are more advanced than the 6-7 pm swimmers.  Bronze group swimmers will advance to a higher practice group at different rates, and while some swimmers may be ready to advance within a few months, others will need to spend a few seasons in this group.   The minimum requirements for joining the Bronze group are:

1)     at least 5 years old

2)     able to swim 25 yards of Freestyle and 25 yards of Backstroke without stopping.

Silver

The Silver group consists of swimmers who know the basics of all four strokes, as well as freestyle flip turns.  These swimmers are expected to compete in meets.  Practice is two hours, three times a week.  During that time, swimmers will focus on technique and endurance training, with the goal of advancing to the Gold group.  The minimum requirements for joining the Silver Group are:

1)     the commitment to practice 3 times each week

2)     the maturity to train as directed by their coach.

Gold

The Gold group consists of the fastest and most experienced swimmers.  They are expected to compete in meets.  Practice is two hours, five times a week unless otherwise directed by the coach. During that time, swimmers will focus on technique and endurance training, with the goal of improving performance times. Gold group practices are split into two training groups.  Minimum requirements for joining the Gold group are:

1)     the commitment to practice five times a week

2)     the maturity to train as directed by their coach

3)      a strong work ethic