Competitive Development Program
Bronze SSLC
- Assessment required
- 10 years & under
Bronze GLFD
- Assessment required
- 10 years & under
Bronze Weekend
- Assessment required
- 11 years & under
Silver SSLC
- Assessment required
- 11 years & under
Competitive Development Program : Silver SSLC
Silver SSLC
Description (Designed for ages 10 & Under)
These swimmers can perform all 4 kicks, mastering the basics behind all 4 strokes and legally performing turns. Swimmers who are in Swimmer 7 or above in swim lessons will often enter the club at this level. These swimmers will be encouraged to participate in PASS level competitions with other beginner athletes from 3 local clubs offered about once a month. Attending either in-house or PASS meets is expected.
Ages
- 10&U (2014 or later)
Schedule Options:
- 3 days/week SSLC
- Tuesday/Thursday 6:15-7:30pm, Friday 5:45-7:00pm
- Includes activation, dryland and water times
- Sept-June
Pre-requisite
- Graduation from Bronze Group or passed Swim for Life Swimmer 6
- Complete 50m freestyle and backstroke
- Perform basic breaststroke whip kick and dolphin kick
- Perform 4x25 @ 1:15
- In a race complete 50FR 1:10 and 50BK@ 1:15
Goals
- Have Fun!
- Learn to perform all 4 competitive strokes legally
- Learn to perform dive starts, flip turns and open turns legally
- Understand basic competitive rules and learn to follow them
- Establish regular attendance habits
- Consistently use proper lane etiquette
- Understand how to read a pace clock
- Wear goggles consistently along with a swim cap (for those with long hair)
Swimmer Expectations
- Strive to attend all workouts
- Arrive 5 minutes before practice starts so you can start on time
- Start learning to wear goggles and a swim cap in workout
- Use prescription goggles if swimmers cannot read the clock
- Bring a water bottle to every workout
- Participate to the PASS meets and other club events or functions
- Treat others with respect and care
- Have a positive attitude
- Adhere to Athlete Code of Conduct
Parent Expectations
- Arrange to get your swimmer to practices and events on time
- Contact your coach if your swimmer is going to miss workout
- If your swimmer requires assistance with the bathroom or has behavioral issues to remain near the group but do not interfere with the workout unless approached by a coach
- Contact your coach directly without delays if you have any concerns regarding your swimmer and their training
- Stay up-to-date with club news via hand-outs, emails, website, bulletin boards and/or communication with coaches and board
- Ensure all fees are paid on time and account is in order
- Parent Participation Points: help out at SKSC club functions, hosted events, timing at PASS meets, etc...
- Treat other parents, athletes and coaches with respect
- Have a positive attitude and do not engage in negative gossip in the bleachers with other parents
- Adhere to Parent Code of Conduct
Silver GLFD
- Assessment required
- 11 years & under
Competitive Development Program : Silver GLFD
Silver GLFD
Description (Designed for ages 10 & Under)
These swimmers can perform all 4 kicks, mastering the basics behind all 4 strokes and legally performing turns. Swimmers who are in Swimmer 7 or above in swim lessons will often enter the club at this level. These swimmers will be encouraged to participate in PASS level competitions with other beginner athletes from 3 local clubs offered about once a month. Attending either in-house or PASS meets is expected.
Ages
- 10&U (2014 or later)
Schedule Options:
- 3 days/week GLFD
- Monday/Wednesday/Friday 5:45-7:00PM
- Includes activation, dryland and water times
- Sept-June
Pre-requisite
- Graduation from Bronze Group or passed Swim for Life Swimmer 6
- Complete 50m freestyle and backstroke
- Perform basic breaststroke whip kick and dolphin kick
- Perform 4x25 @ 1:15
- In a race complete 50FR 1:10 and 50BK@ 1:15
Goals
- Have Fun!
- Learn to perform all 4 competitive strokes legally
- Learn to perform dive starts, flip turns and open turns legally
- Understand basic competitive rules and learn to follow them
- Establish regular attendance habits
- Consistently use proper lane etiquette
- Understand how to read a pace clock
- Wear goggles consistently along with a swim cap (for those with long hair)
Swimmer Expectations
- Strive to attend all workouts
- Arrive 5 minutes before practice starts so you can start on time
- Start learning to wear goggles and a swim cap in workout
- Use prescription goggles if swimmers cannot read the clock
- Bring a water bottle to every workout
- Participate to the PASS meets and other club events or functions
- Treat others with respect and care
- Have a positive attitude
- Adhere to Athlete Code of Conduct
Parent Expectations
- Arrange to get your swimmer to practices and events on time
- Contact your coach if your swimmer is going to miss workout
- If your swimmer requires assistance with the bathroom or has behavioral issues to remain near the group but do not interfere with the workout unless approached by a coach
- Contact your coach directly without delays if you have any concerns regarding your swimmer and their training
- Stay up-to-date with club news via hand-outs, emails, website, bulletin boards and/or communication with coaches and board
- Ensure all fees are paid on time and account is in order
- Parent Participation Points: help out at SKSC club functions, hosted events, timing at PASS meets, etc...
- Treat other parents, athletes and coaches with respect
- Have a positive attitude and do not engage in negative gossip in the bleachers with other parents
- Adhere to Parent Code of Conduct
Silver Weekend
- Assessment required
- 11 years & under
Silver 11
- Assessment required
- 10 - 14 years old
Gold SSLC
- Assessment required
- 11 years & under
Gold GLFD
- Assessment required
- 11 years & under
Gold Weekend
- Assessment required
- 12 years & under
Gold 11
- Assessment required
- 10 - 13 years old