Competitive Program

Senior Divisional 

Description (Designed for ages 14 and over)

 Swimmers in this group are aiming or have achieved their 15 & Over Divisional Standards and are striving to reach provincials.  Swimmers in this group should be excelling at the regional and divisional level.  Swimmers in this group can expect to see higher training volumes developing their aerobic base, speed stroke specific work, while refining their technical skills.  This group may also fit swimmers 15 & over that require a slightly less training schedule, due to conflicts ( school, other sport, etc) 

Target Age

• 14 & Over (2010 and earlier)

Schedule

• Includes activation, dryland, stretch and water times
• 6 days/week
• Sept-July

Prerequisite

• 14 & Over, turning 15 during season
• 200IM under 2:45
• Addition swimmers may be select to the group, based on discretion of SKSC Head Coach

Goals      

• Enjoy swimming
• Strive to attend all workouts
• Attend all competitions as recommended by coach
• Strive to adopt complimentary skills such as nutrition, goal setting, etc...
• Aim for Swim BC Divisional/Provincial Standards

Swimmer Expectations

• Maintain 85% attendance or better
• Regularly participate in competitions
• Attend LMR Championships and BC Divisonals/Provincials 
• Arrive 5 minutes before practice starts so you can start on time
• Communicate with coach regarding missed workouts and training questions/concerns
• Bring a water bottle to every workout
• Ensure you have the required training gear for the group
• 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 watching workout or a swim meet, to stay in the viewing areas and remain off the pool deck or out of appropriate areas
• Contact your coach directly 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

Graduation Guideline into Next Group

• Achieving groups standards or better
• Minimum age of group
• Recommended 90% workout attendance
• Successful trial period
• Please note: Meeting performance standards does not guarantee/disqualify any potential move up.  Invites to move-up are at the discretion of coaches.  Other factors included in consideration are maturation, workout quality, attitude, health, training space, and training ability