Description
Swim Team Wave Try Out Requirements – New Swimmers
White Wave:
Tryout Requirements:
- 25yrd Front Crawl/Freestyle (must make it across without stopping; prefer face in side breathing)
- 25yrd frog kick with kickboard
- 25yrd dolphin kick with kickboard
Group Description:
This is our beginner group for swimmers. Swimmers will perfect all four strokes and competitive swimming concepts (competition rules, circle swimming, pool distances, etc.).
Equipment Required:
We ask that all swimmers on our White Wave purchase their own kickboard. These can be found and ordered online through websites such as Amazon and SwimOutlet. These will be used during every swim practice.
Practice Times:
The White Wave meets every Monday evening from 5-6pm.
*These requirements are for new swim team members only. Those who are looking to move up levels will do so at the swim coach’s discretion.*
Green Wave:
Tryout Requirements:
- Minimum 25yrd (50yrd preferred) Front Crawl/Freestyle and Back Crawl
- 25yrd Breaststroke
- 25yrd Butterfly
Group Description:
This is our intermediate level group for swimmers. Swimmers will further their knowledge of competitive swimming and continue to develop stroke technique for all 4 competitive strokes. Swimmers will learn turns, starts, and dives for all 4 competitive strokes, and will learn how to utilize the clock for interval training purposes.
Equipment Required:
We ask that all swimmers on our Green Wave purchase their own kickboard and pull buoy. These can be found and ordered online through websites such as Amazon and SwimOutlet. These will be used during every swim practice.
Practice Times:
The Green Wave meets every Tuesday and Thursday evening from 5-6pm.
*These requirements are for new swim team members only. Those who are looking to move up levels will do so at the swim coach’s discretion.*
Fitness Wave:
Tryout Requirements:
- 25yrd Front Crawl/Freestyle and Back Crawl
- Attempt 25yrd Breaststroke and Butterfly
Group Description:
This group is for swimmers who are not interested in competitive swimming and are looking to swim for fitness. Swimmers will learn all 4 competitive strokes, but will not be required to learn competitive starts and turns. This group is geared towards swimmers who are looking to further their knowledge of swimming and have fun while staying active!
Equipment Required:
We ask that all swimmers on our Fitness Wave purchase their own kickboard and pull buoy. These can be found and ordered online through websites such as Amazon and SwimOutlet. These will be used during every swim practice.
Practice Times:
The Fitness Wave meets every Wednesday evening from 5-6pm.
*These requirements are for new swim team members only. Those who are looking to move up levels will do so at the swim coach’s discretion.*
Blue Wave:
Tryout Requirements:
- 50yrd Front Crawl/Freestyle and Back Crawl
- 25yrd Breaststroke and Butterfly
- Attempt competitive starts and turns
Group Description:
This group is our most advanced team. This team is highly focused on technique, speed, and distance. Swimmers will further develop in all 4 competitive strokes, and all elements of competitive swimming.
Equipment Required:
We ask that all swimmers on our Blue Wave purchase their own kickboard, pull buoy, fins, and hand paddles. These can be found and ordered online through websites such as Amazon and SwimOutlet. These will be used during every swim practice.
Practice Times:
The Blue Wave meets every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evening from 6-7pm.
*These requirements are for new swim team members only. Those who are looking to move up levels will do so at the swim coach’s discretion.*