The Hyack Swim Club offers following programs of training:

This program is our entry level group. The main focus in these levels is to introduce the swimmer to the four competitive swimming strokes as well as the various rules on how to swim each stroke properly. The participants in this group also learn to perform proper turns and dives for each of the strokes.

Grassroots 1 1 is a program designed specifically for swimmers who may not be able to swim one length without assistance. This group trains twice per week.

Grassroots 2 2 is for swimmers capable of easily completing one length without assistance and progressing to multiple lengths. Our objective for the swimmers in these groups is ensure they learn about the basics swimming while HAVING FUN. The coach to swimmer ratio is at the optimum level to maximize the learning environment.

Practices:

Grassroots 1 - 2 x 45 minute sessions per week

Grassroots 2 - 3 x 45 minute sessions per week

There are "twin" groups operating at each pool, special camps and meets will see the groups combine at one pool or the other.

Pre-requisite: Aquaquest 5 to 6 (minimum age 5 to maximum of 10)

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Practices: 3 x 70 minute sessions per week(10 minutes dryland, 60 minutes in water )

There are "twin" groups operating at each pool, special camps and meets will see the groups combine at one pool or the other.

Pre-requisite: Aquaquest 6 to 7 OR completion of Grassroots program (minimum age 7 to maximum of 10)

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Olympic Way Black is our third level of programming our swim club. Here, swimmers are able to swim the three of the four competitive swim strokes well for short distances. The main focus in this level is improving athlete's ability to swim the four competitive strokes as well as advance their fitness level. These swimmers also continue their refining of the competitive starts and turns for each of the four strokes. The concept of training is advanced upon from the concepts taught at the OW White level.

Our objective for the swimmers in this group is to continue the FUN aspect in every practice session started at the grassroots level. We also advance each swimmer's stroke technique, swimming speed, and overall fitness.

Practices: 3 x 70 minute sessions per week (10 minutes dryland, 60 minutes in water)

There are "twin" groups operating at each pool, special camps and meets will see the groups combine at one pool or the other.

Pre-requisite: Aquaquest 9 to 10 OR completion of Olympic Way White program (minimum age 7 to maximum of 11)

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Regional is our highest level of programming for swimmers under 11 years of age in our swim club. Here, swimmers are able to swim the four competitive swim strokes well for medium distances. The main focus in this level is improving athlete's ability to swim the four competitive strokes for longer distances as well as advance their fitness level. These swimmers also continue their refining of the competitive starts and turns for each of the four strokes. The concept of training is advanced upon from the concepts taught at the development level. Our objective for the swimmers in this group is to continue the FUN aspect in every practice session started at the grassroots level. We also advance each swimmer's stroke technique, swimming speed, and overall fitness.

Practices: 4 x 90 minute sessions per week (30 minutes dryland, 60 minutes in water)

There are "twin" groups operating at each pool, special camps and meets will see the groups combine at one pool or the other.

Pre-requisite: Aquaquest 12 or completion of OW Black/Development (minimum age 9 to maximum of 11)

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Junior Provincial is for athletes who have graduated from our Olympic Way and Regional programs and are working towards training competency at the provincial level. The main focus in this level is improving athlete's ability to swim the four competitive strokes for longer distances as well as advance their fitness level in order for them to progress into the Provincial group. These swimmers also continue their refining of the competitive starts and turns for each of the four strokes. The concept of training is advanced upon from the concepts taught at the Regional level.Our objective for the swimmers in this group is to continue the FUN aspect in every practice session started at the grassroots level. We also advance each swimmer's stroke technique, swimming speed, and overall fitness. The performance objective for this level is to advance the swimmer from AA to AAA level.

Practices: 6 x per week

Mornings - Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday

Evenings - Monday, Wednesday, & Friday

There are "twin" groups operating at each pool, special camps and meets will see the groups combine at one pool or the other.

Pre-requisite: Graduation from Regional or Olympic Way Black (minimum age 11 to maximum of 14)*

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Provincial is for athletes who have graduated from our Regional and Junior Provincial programs. Here, swimmers are able to swim the four competitive swim strokes well at all distances. The main focus in this level is improving athlete's ability to swim the four competitive strokes for longer distances as well as advance their fitness level in order for them to progress into the next group (Junior National & Provincial Elite). These swimmers also continue their refining of the competitive starts and turns for each of the four strokes. Concepts such as nutrition, mental skills acquisition, and energy systems are taught to the athletes in this group.

Our objective for the swimmers in this group is to begin to excel at the provincial level both at regional and provincial level competitions. Exposure to interprovincial competition begins and travel competitions become part of the program. Every swimmer graduating this program will be able to swim every event and perform each stroke proficiently. We also advance each swimmer's stroke technique, swimming speed, and overall fitness. Athletes in this group are expected to begin to approach the sport of swimming as their primary activity and are able to attend all scheduled practice sessions and competitions (including training camps) without having interference from commitments to other sports. The importance and appreciation of following the training program and evolving one's fitness levels becomes apparent.

Practices: 8 x per week. Please refer to the pool schedule document at the end of this package for CGP and CCAC specific pool training times.

There are 'twin' groups operating at each pool, some practices the groups will combine at one pool or the other.

Pre-requisite: Graduation from Regional or Junior Provincial programs and approval of Director of Swimming (minimum age 11 to a maximum of 14).

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This group is intended to provide athletes who have graduated from Provincial or Junior Provincial group. The ability range of the athletes in this group range from AA to Junior National level. This program is specifically designed for athletes wanting to further their swimming enjoyment or to achieve the highest levels of performance at the provincial level. Multi-sport athletes or swimmers with other important interests may be more suited to this group environment and commitment level. Here, swimmers are able to swim the four competitive swim strokes well at all distances. The main focus in this level is improving athlete's skill level and ability to swim the four competitive strokes for longer distances in order for them to progress into the next training group (Youth National). The training schedule incorporates sessions with the Youth National group with the programming direction set forth by the Youth National coach. These swimmers also continue their refinement of the competitive starts and turns for each of the four strokes. Concepts such as nutrition, mental skills acquisition, and energy systems are taught to the athletes in this group.

Our objective for the swimmers in this group is to excel at the provincial level both at regional and provincial level competitions. Every swimmer graduating this program will be able to swim every event and perform each stroke proficiently. We also advance each swimmer's stroke technique, swimming speed, and overall fitness.

Practices: 8 x per week. Regular schedule is exclusively at the Canada Games Pool.

Mornings - Monday, Tuesday, Friday, & Saturday

Evenings - Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday

Pre-requisite: Completion of Provincial or Junior Provincial groups and approval of Director of Swimming (minimum age 13 to maximum of 17).

The following advanced levels operate by a team coaching environment.

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Youth National program is for athletes who have achieved Youth National standards or have finaled at Provincial Championships and are ready to dedicate themselves totally to the sport to maximize their potential. This is the second highest program offered at the Hyack Swim Club. Training occurs six days a week including water, weights, and daily dryland sessions. Athletes here begin to train efficiently and effectively on a consistent basis. Mastering skills is an integral part of the daily routine.

Our objective for the swimmers in this group is to look beyond the provincial level towards excelling at the national level (Jr. National and Youth National level). The athletes in this group are expected to move towards attaining Sr. National standards. Athletes in this group are also expected to be self-motivated and self-disciplined when approaching their training program. Race strategies and tactics are refined at this level both in the practice and competition environment.

Practices: 9 x per week

Mornings - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday

Evenings - Monday to Friday

Pre-requisite: Completion of Provincial group, application for membership by athlete, and approval of Director of Swimming (minimum age 12 to maximum of 15).

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The athletes in this program have achieved National standards or are within two percent of the standard. Athletes in this group are expected to be totally dedicated to achieve their maximum potential. Training occurs six days a week including water, weights, and daily dryland sessions. Athletes here learn to master how to train efficiently and effectively on a consistent basis. Mastering skills is an on-going part of the daily routine.Our objective for the swimmers in this group is to excel at the national level (Jr. National, Youth National, and Senior National level). The program is also geared towards preparing the athletes to compete at the International level and achieve performances which enable them to be selected to various national team competitions. Race strategies and tactics are refined at this level both in the practice and competition environment.

Practices: 10 x per week. Regular schedule is exclusively at the Canada Games Pool.

Mornings - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, & Saturday

Evenings - Monday to Friday

Pre-requisite: Graduation from Junior National Program, application for membership by athlete, approval of Director of Swimming (minimum age 14 to university age).

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National 2:30 program is our highest level of programming in the club. This group is designed for those athletes who have shown complete dedication to furthering their performance to place in the top 8 at Senior Nationals or performance at the international level. Athletes in this group have shown strong desire to master the requisite skills necessary for elite performance.

Practices: 10 x per week. Regular schedule is exclusively at the Canada Games Pool.

Mornings - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, & Saturday

Evenings - Monday to Friday

Pre-requisite: Senior National standard, application for membership by athlete, approval of Director of Swimming.

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