Meteorites

Ages: 8-12 years old

Coach: Luis Soler

Goals: To introduce the new swimmer to the proper mechanics of swimming by engaging in a multitude of drills designed to teach proper technique. Swimmers will learn how to effectively swim all four strokes. They will also learn flip-turns, race starts and finishes for all four strokes. Swimmers are expected to compete in at least one competition per month in order to reinforce what is learned at practice and develop crucial race experience. Swimmers will be exposed to interval and endurance training and will be able to read a digital and analog pace clock. Swimmers at this level should be looking to attain Junior Olympic (J.O.) qualifying times. Good attendance including Saturday practice is looked at prior to consideration for advancement. Attendance at a minimum of four practices per week is expected.

Competition: Swimmers will participate in ABC, BC, & Sub J.O. meets throughout the year and the end-of-season Division II championships.

Required Training Equipment: Kick board, pull-buoy, fins, goggles and running shoes (for days when swimmers perform calisthenics and dry-land exercises).

Required Meet Equipment: Team suit, Comets yellow & blue t-shirts, yellow team cap (if cap is desired) and goggles that are appropriate for use when diving from the competition blocks.

Note: If you intend to stop swimming for more than 30-days you must inform the swim office of your intention in writing. You can download the Leave of absence/withdraw form from the page.