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.
Age Group 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 Development (13 & Up) - Swimmers in the Senior Development 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, the Senior Development Group athletes are expected to maintain a regimen that reflects a commitment to their group and team program and is conducive to athlete development.
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
