Calendar

Training

• 45 daily (Monday to Friday)

• No daily yardage parameters/instructional curriculum

Basic Goals

• Introduction to TEAM/Group training environment

• Interest/Fun/Games

• Learn Concept of body position

• Learn breathing techniques

• Learn Streamlining

• Begin foundation for all 4 strokes

• Develop kick

• Learn workout habits

Group Goals

• Streamline concept

• Underwater kicking

• Breath control

• Names of drills

• Basic swim rules

• Proper workout behavior

• Understanding of basic stroke mechanics

Equipment    (Athlete must have all equipment with them at practice each day)

• Kickboard

• Fins

• Mesh Equipment Bag

• Jump rope

Dry-land

• Stroke simulation out of water

• Body weighted exercises;

  • sit ups

  • push-ups

  • box jumps

  • jumping jacks

  • jump rope

  • foundation of strength training

• Games