The
Swim Torrance offers training and practice groups
for swimmers of all ages and ability levels. It is the goal of the
Swim Torrance to offer age specific training for
all of our athletes geared towards challenging each individual and
developing each individual to the best of THEIR abilities.
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Swim Groups
The swim team is currently made up of several swim groups. Our
Stroke Group - Senior program is designed to provide stroke
improvement and standard training base development appropriate to
the swimmer’s age and ability. The goal of each group is to
prepare the swimmer for movement to the next more challenging
group. The coaching staff are responsible for assignment of
swimmers to the various coaches groups. Any questions regarding the
placement of a swimmer in a group or movement between groups should
be directed to the coaches in charge.
Group Descriptions:
10 & Under - Swimmers in this group
are just starting their competitive swimming experience. The focus
of this group is to refine and continue to develop the
swimmer’s skills. Conditioning and endurance training are
also introduced. Swimmers generally compete in
“Blue/Red/White” level swim meets and are encouraged to
reach for and attend Junior Olympic time standards.
11-12 - Swimmers in this group have a
higher level of competitive swimming experience. Dry land training,
endurance, conditioning and stroke refinement continue to be
emphasized. In addition, race strategy, competitive skills, goal
setting and an understanding of time standards are emphasized.
Swimmers generally compete in “Blue/Red/White”,
“Red/White” and may qualify for Junior Olympic level
swim meets.
13-14 (Junior Red Group) - Swimmers in
this group have a higher level of competitive swimming experience.
Dry land training, endurance, conditioning and stroke refinement
continue to be emphasized. In addition, race strategy, competitive
skills, goal setting and an understanding of time standards are
emphasized. Swimmers generally compete in
“Blue/Red/White” level swim meets.
Senior Red Group (15 & UP) -
Swimmers in the Senior Red Group have developed the ability to
train at a greater volume and intensity while following a less
rigorous training schedule than the Senior Black group. Despite
more flexibility in their training program, Senior Red Group
athletes are expected to maintain a regimen that reflects a
commitment to the Senior Red Group team program and is conducive to
athlete development.
Junior Black Group (11-14) - Swimmers in
this group have an extensive level of competitive swimming
experience. This group is designed to transition swimmers from age
group swimming to senior swimming through an increased volume and
intensity of training. The focus is to improve cardiovascular
fitness, refine stroke skills and gain competitive experience.
Swimmers will also be involved with a high degree of dry land
training. Swimmers in this group generally compete in
“Blue/Red/White”, “AA”, Junior Olympic and
Sectional level swim meets.
Senior Black Group (15 & UP) -
Swimmers in the Senior Black Group have the ability to train
consistently in a high-intensity training environment. The goal of
the swimmers in this group is to compete at the Sectional,
National, International level. Some members of this group regularly
represent Swim Torrance in Sectional competition and in the
Nationals. Swimmers in this group generally compete in an annually
selected sequence of senior meets, leading up to the National
Championships and international competitions. They are expected to
attend all of the 8 2-3 hour practices offered each
week
