The YMCA Seahorse Swim Team (YSST) is a great way for your child to learn the basics of competitive swimming and gain valuable skills that will last a lifetime. Whether you’re looking to get your child started on a beginner level or want to have them compete at a higher level, YSST has a program that will help them reach their goals. With professional coaching and support from an active parent organization, your child will have the opportunity to hone their skills while competing in a safe and positive environment. Join us today and watch your child thrive!
Programs at YMCA SEAHORSE SWIM TEAM in Hickory, NC
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Bronze Group
This group is comprised primarily of novice level swimmers ranging in age from 5-9 years of age. Emphasis is placed on developing correct stroke technique in the four competitive strokes along with practice on starts and turns. These fundamentals are taught by means of drills and games to create a fun learning environment. Two to three practices per week are recommended for this group.
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Silver Group
Swimmers in this group range in age from 8-12 years. Practice for these swimmers provides an equal mix of stroke technique and endurance training. The focus of this group is to begin conditioning while maintaining proper stroke mechanics. Three practices per week are recommended.
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Gold Group
This group gives more advanced age group swimmers the opportunity to attend more practices and increase their endurance training. Swimmers range in age from 11 to 16 years old. This group still emphasizes stroke technique, but with more dedicated conditioning. Five practices per week are recommended.
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