MLST Swim Groups

Group placement is at the discretion of the coaches.

All groups are expected to wear team swim cap and suit at all swim meets.

​Sharks-In-Training (NOT OFFERED IN 2021)

Sharks-In-Training meet twice a week for three weeks at the beginning of the season to help budding swimmers meet the requirements for the skills group. 

Skills

The skills group concentrates on building a swimming foundation.

Requirements:

• Swim 25 m (1 length of the pool) in 90 seconds without assistance or holding lane lines
• Complete submersion for 5 seconds while holding breath and blowing bubbles
• Superman float on both stomach and back
• Enter and exit pool efficiently and without assistance
• Demonstrate ability to listen and follow directions with a willingness to try​

Development

The development group focuses on technique.

Requirements:

• Fullfill requirements for the skills group
• Comprehend different strokes
• Demonstrate individual components of strokes
• Flutter, dophin, whip kicks & 4 arm strokes

Competition

The competition group focuses on competitive swimming.

Requirements:

• Fullfill requirements for the development group
• Swim 25 m of every stroke without regular disqualification
• Demonstrates dedication
• Listens and respects coaches and teammates
• Attend 3 away meets