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Competitive Programs

National

15 years & over

Competitive Programs : National

This is the top group of swimmers in the Barracuda Swim Club. These swimmers exhibit a solid background in competitive swimming and training skills. They have a strongly developed work ethic, are disciplined, and dedicated to pursuing excellence in the sport of swimming. These swimmers are expected to attend all top-level meets they qualify for. Attendance requirement is 75% minimum.

Youth

12 years & over

Competitive Programs : Youth

Elite

11 years & over

Competitive Programs : Elite

The Elite swimmer is focused on stroke and training technique, and age group swimming. They are dedicated swimmers who have decided to pursue excellence in swimming, and therefore exhibit a solid background in the sport. These swimmers are expected to attend top-level meets they qualify for. Attendance requirement is 75% minimum. Swimmers in this group are 11-16 years of age.

Fitness and Development

11 - 17 years old

Competitive Programs : Fitness and Development

This group is for swimmers age 11 and over who wish to continue in the sport, but practice at a reduced schedule. The focus of this group is on continued stroke development and refinement of competitive skills. This group will have the option of competing regionally and will be eligible to compete at a higher level if they qualify.

Development 1 (D1)

9 - 12 years old

Competitive Programs : Development 1 (D1)

In this group, emphasis is placed on stroke and competitive skill development. These swimmers, aged 9 to 12 years, have competitive swimming experience but are still encouraged to have interests in other sporting activities. Swimmers will find this group to be challenging and fun. Expected attendance is 75% minimum.

Development 2A (D2A)

8 - 12 years old

Competitive Programs : Development 2A (D2A)

This group is for novice swimmers who are generally between the ages of 8 and 12 years. They focus on stroke and skill development, as well as body awareness and feel of the water. There are three levels within the D2 program (D2A, D2B and D2C) to accommodate varying skill levels. In these groups, practices are designed to be fun and worry free. Expected attendance is 75% minimum.

Development 2B (D2B)

6 - 12 years old

Competitive Programs : Development 2B (D2B)

This group is for novice swimmers who are generally between the ages of 6 and 12 years. They focus on stroke and skill development, as well as body awareness and feel of the water. There are three levels with the D2 program (D2A, D2B and D2C) to accommodate varying skill levels. In these groups, practices are designed to be fun and worry free. Expected attendance is 75% minimum.

Development 2C (D2C)

6 - 11 years old

Competitive Programs : Development 2C (D2C)

This group is for novice swimmers who are generally between the ages of 6 and 11 years. They focus on stroke and skill development, as well as body awareness and feel of the water. There are three levels within the D2 program (D2A, D2B and D2C) to accommodate varying skill levels. In these groups, practices are designed to be fun and worry free. Expected attendance is 75% minimum.

Terms & Conditions

PGBSC Waiver for Developmental and Competitive Programs