Stroke excellence, advanced training methods & race strategies
The Gold level introduces more advanced training principles and racing tactics, such as counting strokes to measure efficiency and understanding how to pace oneself for 200m and longer events.
The whole group works towards the goals of mastering the 200 IM event and confidently swimming a 400m Freestyle event. Pool training places greater emphasis on building greater endurance - both aerobically (distance) and anaerobically (sprints events & underwater speed), alongside skill development.
Dryland training continues to refine movements whilst introducing athletes to resistance training and power training with loads.
What do you need?
Swim cap, goggles, fins, pull buoy, snorkel and paddles
How many practices per week? 4 per week
Pool time: 4 x 1.5 hours
+ 15 minutes Activation time before each swim practice
Separate Dryland training time: 2 x 1 hour
+ 2 Physical Baseline Testing sessions in Fall
+ 1 Mental Skills Training Workshop per trimester
+ 1 Nutrition Workshops per season
Is there teamwear?
Each swimmer gets 1 free UCRO swim cap and sponsor T-shirt at the start of the season.
How many swim meets can we expect to attend?
1-2 per month, local or regional - attendance at away meets is optional, but swimmers in Gold are expected to be qualifying for Eastern Ontario Regional Championships.
What is the Swimathon Fundraising Commitment?
$250 per swimmer
Is there a volunteering commitment?
Yes, 50 points - see the Parent Handbook for details on how to earn points.
