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The
Racing Team
Training Group 3
Basic training
This level of the Saluki
program is a transitional group between the instructional base of the
club and higher training levels. The decision to move to Group 4 will be made by the swimmer, coach,
and parent at the proper time assuming requirements are met. However,
since participation in Group 4 has many more participatory requirements
placed on the swimmers the choice to remain in Group 3 is a valid one.
Minimum
requirements
- Minimum age: 10 years.
- Able to swim all 4 strokes with proper
turns and starts.
- Has meet times in the 100
distances of all strokes and in the 400/500 free.
- Able to maintain the workload
required in the group.
Additional
equipment needed
In addition to the usual swim suit,
cap and goggles swimmers in Group 3 need a pair of Zoomers or training
fins, hand paddles,
and a water bottle.
Emphasis
As the requirements indicate
this group stresses training and skill improvement with a focus on meet
participation. Skill instruction continues with an introduction to basic
training concepts such as mind set, energy use, training protocols etc.
Competition
Athletes in Group 3 have a choice of different types of meets to
attend. In addition to the team meets other invitational and
championship meets are offered.
Practice
6 practice sessions are offered to
Group 3 athletes each week. Swimmers
are encouraged to attend all of them. At this level frequency of
practice is important for improvement and future success. The time
available to participate in other activities is limited. |