SAY TNT Training Programs
2009 - 2010 at the Bounds Family YMCA
The Process of Achieving is as Significant as Realizing the Achievement Itself.
Program Begins August 17
Level 1 This is the entry level of the program designed to provide a fun learning experience as a means of introduction to the sport of competitive swimming. Our objective is to combine the natural fun of being in the pool with an enjoyable learning atmosphere to develop coordination of movement relative to the four competitive strokes (butterfly, backstroke, breastroke, freestyle), and diving. Learning pool safety, basic rules of the sport, and sportsmanship round out the list of objectives for this group.
Tuesday, Thursday 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM cost: $55.00 per month
or 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Level 2 Participants include novice swimmers age 10 and younger. Our objective at this level is to develop a higher volume of coordination based training by utilizing games and drills designed to make the learning experience fun. Goals include an introduction to competitive swimming starts, turns,and skills designed compliment the continued development of the four strokes, as well as developing a working knowledge of the rules of the sport, learning fundamental racing techniques, and how time relates to a successful performance.
Tuesday, Thursday 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
or 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Saturday 11:00 PM - 12:00 Noon
cost: $65.00 per month
Level 3 Participants at this level are generally ages 9 to 11 and have previously developed a fundamental ability to perform each of the four competitive strokes, including the ability to dive safely. Advanced technique instruction is presented by combining fun and challenging conditions in preparation for competition. Objectives are to develop a high degree of proficiency within each participant's ability to perform the four competitive strokes, as well as starting and turning techniques. A thorough understanding of the rules of the sport, teamwork, and learning to set goals highlight the objectives of this group.
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM cost: $75.00 per month
Saturday 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Level 4 This group is an extension of level 3 with swimmers age eleven and older in mind. Swimmers in this group will begin to experience longer bouts of exercise, also with a high degree of stroke mechanic proficiency at the core of the learning program. Greater consistency is expected from these participants with regard to effective turning and underwater propulsion techniques. Goal setting, learning effective training techniques and race strategies, as well as the value of proper rest and nutrition, are among the main objectives of this group.
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM cost: $85.00 per month
Saturday 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Level 5 Participants at this level are the oldest, most dedicated and experienced swimmers on TNT. These swimmers are expected to consistently perform the accumulated skills presented throughout the TNT level progression, combined with a high level of fatigue during training sessions. Goal setting and goal achievement, training and racing strategies, rest and nutrition, as well as assuming positive leadership roles within the team, characterize the main objectives of this group.
Monday thru Friday 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Saturday 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM cost: $ 95.00 per month
Land Training
Monday thru Thursday 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Saturday 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM cost: $ 40.00 per month
Land training is required for level 5 participants.
Land training for level 4 participants at coach's invitation.
