BYB PRACTICE GROUPS

 

The team is organized into eight practice groups.  The practice groups allow swimmers to practice

and learn with athletes of similar abilities.  Group placements are made by the coaching staff in

the best interest of the swimmer.

 

NATIONAL:: Swimmers have made or are working toward YMCA National SCY cut times and have demonstrated the ability and desire to train at the highest level.  USA swimming membership is required.

 

SENIOR I:: Swimmers have the ability to participate in a comprehensive training regimen including dry land and are expected to set goals.  USA swimming membership is required.

 

SENIOR II:: Swimmers are working on stroke technique and conditioning with a positive attitude and increased attendance.

 

JUNIOR:: Swimmers are ready for increased attention to conditioning and will set goals and have excellent attitude, excellence and attendance.USA swimming membership is strongly recommended.

 

GOL:: Swimmers will work on stroke refinement with an increased attention to conditioning. Swimmers will work hard with a positive attitude.

 

SILVER:: Swimmers will spend time on stroke refinement and training skills.  Swimmers will work hard with a positive attitude.

 

BRONZE:: Swimmers will spend time refining stroke mechanics and are introduced to training skills.

 

GREEN:: Swimmers will be introduced to the competitive program with major emphasis on stroke technique.