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GATOR
GROUPS |
The team is divided into
3 different ability groups. Ability
grouping provides more efficient practice sessions for the swimmers. Changes in a swimmer’s group assignment
may occur throughout the season as swimmers progress at their individual
pace. The various Gator groups are
described below:
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Gold |
13 and over swimmers
that are ready to take on serious swim training. Swimmers MUST set goals and be
concentrated on them. Most swimmers in this group are REQUIRED to attend
all practices, morning and evening, unless notified. All competitors must be able to
swim all four strokes, I.M, and are able to compete in endurance
events. Goals of this group
include National cuts and qualifying for state if in high school. Weight training and dry land will
also be part of the program |
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Silver |
Ages of 10 – 15 year
old swimmers who have been introduced to all four strokes but have not
been refined in technique, endurance and speed. Swimmers are recommended to come
to at least four per week.
Dryland will be offered, weight training
offered if of age. |
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Bronze |
Ages of 7- 10 years
old swimmers who can swim freestyle and have been introduced to
backstroke. Breastroke and
butterfly will be taught.
Introduction to starts and flip turns. Fundamentals of swimming are
emphasized. Recommend swimming three - four times per
week. |