PURPLE
Age: Pre-High School
Group Description: In this group, swimmers will be introduced to Capacity Race Pace Training, with an emphasis on skills development. The Purple group athletes must display a passion for the sport of swimming, training, competition, and are committed to swimming as their main sport. Swimmers will work towards improving their technique and capacity, attaining Sectional Bonus times, and qualifying for Senior level meets and Sectionals.
Coaches look for:
Passion for the sport of swimming, training, and competition
Commitment to swimming as their main sport
Met the previous group's requirements
Completed the 11-12 IMX events
Achieved an 11-12 National A time in 3 events, including an IM event
Ability to commit to and handle the workload and requirements of this group
Practice Attendance: 7 practices/week offered. 6 practices/week is required.
Meet Attendance: Attendance of all swim meets is required [including all championship relays-- Sectionals, AG Champs].
Practice Duration: 120 minutes