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| Level 1: Stroke School |
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Description:
Swimmers begin in Level 1 Stroke School, where they learn the basics of balance, breathing and the mechanics of all four competitive strokes, plus starts, turns and relays. The workouts are age appropriate with a focus on fun, personal achievement and team unity in a safe, supportive environment.
Age: 10 yrs and under.
Entry Requirements:
- Push off and streamline to the flags
- Swim 25 yards of each backstroke and freestyle without stopping
- Swim 15 yards breaststroke
- Swim 15 yards dolphin kick/butterfly
- Use an open turn correctly
- Use the clock to leave on top, 5 secs apart
- Be able to get cap and goggles on independently
- Listen and follow instructions without being disruptive, or distracting other swimmers.
Objective:
- Focus on drills for all four competitive strokes
- Use and understand the training equipment
- Work with clock and basic interval training
- Streamline
- Swim an 80 IM regardless of time
- Basic skills of racing entries, pull-outs & turns. (block training takes place off-island or in the summer)
- Dryland stretching exercises
- Introduction to relays
- Attend a Swim Meet to gain experience.
- Personal goal setting
- Be a part of the team
Swim Meets:
This is a competitive level. Swimmers are offered the opportunity to experience meets throughout the session, though it is not a requirement. Please discuss the option with the coach if your swimmer is interested.
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| Advancement: By meeting the entry requirements for L2 and by coach recommendation following evaluation. |
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Registration Information:
Club Information:
Mailing Address:
PO Box 1824, Vashon, WA 98070
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