Sierra Marlins Swim Team

Vision, Values and Mission

Central Theme:

“Helping kids become extraordinary individuals through the sport of swimming.”

Values:

The following is a list of values that we deem most important in our organization:

Vision:

The Sierra Marlins is a USA Swimming Silver Medal Team that emphasizes competitive success at the National Championships. SMST provides programs (fall program, spring clinic, masters, swim school, etc.) for all ages, skill and commitment levels. The Sierra Marlins emphasizes a strong team concept and teaching life concepts is a vital component of our organization at all levels.  Team goals include maintaining our status as the top team at the local level (Junior Olympics), top 3 at the regional level (Far Westerns and Sectionals) and top 10 at the national level (USA National Championships). The Sierra Marlins routinely place swimmers on international teams.

We have a well devised age group system where kids are encouraged to be their best and are taught the current “cutting edge” techniques in a fun, diverse, safe and supportive atmosphere. We have an elite level senior group that supplies an environment that leads to success at the top levels of swimming competition. We encourage preparation for success at the NCAA level.

Mission:

The Sierra Marlins expect and recognize excellence at all levels of our team structure, including athletes, parents, coaches and board of directors. We take pride in being a “hard working team” where athletes are challenged to become better and coaches work hard to the benefit of each athlete. Coaches, parents and board members supply the support and environment necessary for the organization to foster personal growth and to allow our athletes to prosper.  The Sierra Marlins contribute to and support the community in which we swim.