This is the highest competitive training group at the age group sites. This group, open to swimmers ages 12-15, trains them for YMCA and USA Swimming state, regional and national levels of competition. Acceptance into this group is based on specific site space and needs as determined by the YOTA Swim Team Site Director.
The emphasis of the group will be on developing aerobic capacity through:
- Increased swimming volume, intensity and kicking
- Develop of progressive stroke technique
- Race strategies
- creating proper nutrition habits
- Individual goal setting
- Importance of proper mental preparation
- Training will also include a specifically designed dry land conditioning program.
For swimmers in this group, swimming is becoming the main activity in their lives, thereby meet and practice attendance is more important, including in the summer months. A strong work ethic is critical for potential placement in the silver age group.
This group practices up to six times per week for 120 minutes.
Locations
A.E. Finley YMCA, Coach Macy Blake
Chapel Hill Carrboro YMCA, Coach David McDevitt
Downtown Durham YMCA, Coach Stanley Bass
Kerr Family YMCA, Coach Shawn Fischer
Alexander Family YMCA/Oberlin Road Program Center, Coach Madison Temple
Taylor Family YMCA, Coach Brooks Teal
For more information about swim team, contact the coach at the branch you are interested in.
