Practice Schedule, Group Descriptions, Equipment Requirements
Swimmers will practice at a time designated to their specific Age Group, and in a practice group designated to their swimming experience and performance. See practice groups and descriptions, below!
Please email coach Jackson with any questions about practice schedule [email protected]
Practice Schedules:
Developmental Group
Description:
Beginner Group
Designed for swimmers ages 12 and under who are new to competitive swimming, including first-time swim team members and those newly experiencing the sport. Participation in 2–3 practices per week is required to build fundamental skills, endurance, and confidence in a team environment.
Formally called the Mini Group
Required Equipment: Kickboards (we will provide)
Junior I Group
Description:
Intermediate Group
Designed for swimmers ages 12 and under who have progressed beyond the beginner level but are still developing the fundamental skills of competitive swimming. Swimmers in this group continue to refine stroke technique, starts, turns, and endurance while building confidence in a team environment. Participation in 2–3 practices per week is required.
Required Equipment: Kickboards (we will provide) & Fins (Flippers) (We have some at the pool, however I recommend buying your own Fins!)
Junior II Group
Description:
Ages 9–14 – Advanced Intermediate Group
This is the highest level of intermediate training for swimmers ages 9–14. Athletes in this group have developed strong fundamental skills and are preparing to become successful middle school and high school swimmers. Training intensity increases with a greater focus on technique refinement, endurance, race strategy, and competitive performance.
Swimmers are expected to increase their commitment to both practices and competitions as they progress through this level. Participation in 3–4 practices per week is required, and involvement in USA Swimming competitions is strongly encouraged to support long-term development and competitive success.
Junior II Equipment Requirements:
Fins, Paddles, Snorkel
We provide Kickboards & Pull Bouys
See below for links to equipment you all can buy!
Senior Prep Group
Group Description
Preparing athletes for the transition from Junior II to Senior level. Swimmers are placed in this group at the discretion of the head coach
Senior Prep Group follows the equipment requirements of the Senior Groups and are required 3-4 days a week of training
Senior Groups (I & II)
Ages 13 & Over | 8th Grade & High School Competitive Swimmers
Description
The Senior Groups consists of competitive teen swimmers focused on advancing their technique, endurance, racing skills, and overall performance. These athletes are expected to demonstrate dedication, consistency, and commitment to both practices and competitions throughout the season.
Senior swimmers are typically high-point scorers, finalists, and top performers at RIMA League Championships and Boys & Girls Club National Championships. Training emphasizes advanced stroke development, conditioning, race strategy, and preparation for championship-level competition.
Practice expectations vary based on each swimmer's ability and competitive level, with swimmers expected to attend 3–5 practices per week and participate regularly in league and USA Swimming competitions.
Required Attendance
- 3–5 practices per week, depending on competitive level.
- All Boys & Girls Club League Meets and RIMA Championships.
- 75–100% of USA Swimming Meets, depending on competitive level.
- USA Swimming Championship Events for advanced competitive swimmers.
Senior Group Equipment Requirements
All Senior Group swimmers are required to have the following equipment:
- Fins
- Paddles
- Snorkel
- Kickboard (provided by the team, but swimmers may purchase their own)
- Pull Buoy (provided by the team, but swimmers may purchase their own)
See below for links to recommended equipment!
Equipment Links for All Groups:
Equipment "Mesh" Bags encouraged, must bring equipment bag to practice every day
You do not need to buy the exact equipment on the links, these are helpful resources to what you all should be looking for when purchasing equipment
Senior & Junior Equipment Requirements
PADDLES: PLEASE PURCHASE KINDS LIKE THESE, not figure 8. The ones in the link below are STRONGLY recommended https://www.swimoutlet.com/products/speedo-im-tech-paddle-22100
FINS (flippers): Short fins are recommended and great for training purposes! https://www.swimoutlet.com/products/arena-powerfin-pro-ii-8215965/?color=black
SNORKEL: any one of these work, please make sure you get the full snorkel https://www.swimoutlet.com/collections/swim-snorkels-20628?srsltid=AfmBOoqvgWqW5mJECJJD205RPCCHmtYbcsWjqTiJr-3GEEWRSQFkHT_n
Mesh Bag: https://www.swimoutlet.com/products/sporti-mesh-bag-20450/?color=black