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Mini Strypers Group
The Mini Group is the entry
level group offered in the South Shore YMCA Strypers program. This
training group provides an important transition from water safety
to the foundation principles of competitive swimming. The aim of
this group is to master the FUNdamentals of
swimming.
Requirements:
Swimmers must be able to complete the following:
- Swim 25 yards freestyle.
- Swim 25 yards backstroke.
- Jump into water.
Equipment: two pair of goggles, cap, slit fins and a
kickboard.
(All equipment is the responsibility of the
athlete and must be brought to every practice).
Goals:
Swimmer is working toward the following accomplishments:
- 300 yards freestyle (can be assisted).
- 25 yards of backstroke, breastroke and butterfly.
- Perform a 100m Individual Medley legally.
- Dive head first.
- Do a freestyle and backstroke open turn/push offs
efficiently.
- Acquire a basic understanding of the pace clock.
Training Program:
Coaches and swimmers are focused on developing the fundamental
skills and techniques to prepare the athlete for the Gold program
while learning about the sport of swimming and having fun.
Character Development and
Life Skills
Championships
Behaviour and Accountability:
1. The swimmer
understands the appropriate team rules and the consequences of
breaking the rules.
2. The swimmer listens to recommendations from the coach and tries
consistently to make the appropriate changes.
Work Ethic and Self-Discipline:
1. The swimmer will pick up and put away any equipment he or she
used in practice.
2. The swimmer will be ready to start every practice on time with
appropriate equipment.
3. The swimmer understands the importance of giving the coach his
or her undivided attention while the coach is talking. The swimmer
focuses his or her eyes on the coach and remains quiet when the
coach is talking. The swimmer will also follow directions set forth
by the coach in practice.
Time
Management:
1.
The swimmer will arrive at practice on time.
Commitment
and Loyalty:
1. The swimmer will know the team name and team
colors.
2. The swimmer will know the names of teammates and coaches in his
or her practice group.
Social
Awareness:
1. The swimmer willingly and enthusiastically contributes to SSYS
initiatives designed to increase awareness and practically assist
those less fortunate.
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