Marlin Program Stream
Mini Marlins
| Level: | Beginner / Fundamentals LTAD |
| Entry Standards: | Swim 25m continously front crawl with bi-lateral breathing + 25m of back or breastroke |
| Commitment: | 2x/week |
| Competitions: | Marlin Annual Invitational |
| Goals: | Primary - swim the 100 IM and 200 Free within the rules. Secondary - 200 IM, 100m kick under 2:59 |
| Equipment: | Swim Suit, Goggles, Fins |
| Monthly Fee: | $75 |
Our introductory group for swimmers is aimed to teach them the fundamentals of all 4 strokes, starts, turns as well as breathing, kicking and sculling skills.
Athletes are introduced to the principles of training properly such as circle swimming, clock usage and rules of the sport. The focus is on skill perfection of the basics.
Bronze
| Level: | Novice / Learning to Train LTAD |
| Entry Standards: | 100 IM / 200 Free |
| Commitment: | 3x/week with flexible to moderate expectation |
| Competitions: | Local / Regional Competitions |
| Goals: | Primary 200 IM 3:59 / 400 Free 6:39 |
| Equipment: | Swim Suit, Cap, Goggles, Kick Board, Fins |
| Monthly Fee: | $120 |
This Level furthers the development of all 4 strokes and training principles. Training starts to include aerobic and speed development. An increase in participation is encouraged as well as a positive attitude towards challenges.
Silver
| Level: | Intermediate / Training to Train LTAD |
| Entry Standards: | 200 IM 3:29 / 400 Free 6:19 |
| Commitment: | 5x/week with moderate to high expectation |
| Competitions | Regional & Provincial |
| Goals: | Primary: Divisional Time Standards Secondary: Provincial Time Standards / Podium at Divisionals |
| Equipment: | Swim Suit, Goggles, Cap, Kick Board, Pull Buoy, Fins, Paddles, Snorkel, Tempo Trainers |
| Monthly Fee: | $170 |
This level is a key component to steer swimmers on the right path towards swimming as their main sport. There is an increased expectation in all areas but specifically attendance and attitude.
Training has a long-term focused approach towards seasonal goals and prioritizing specifics that will enhance their abilities at older ages.
Gold
| Level: | Advanced / Training to Train-Compete LTAD |
| Standards: | Divisionals |
| Commitment: | 6x/week with high expectation 90+% |
| Competitions: | Regional, Provincial, National |
| Goals: | Primary: Podium Divisionals / Finals Provincials Secondary: Podium Provincials / National time standards |
| Equipment: | Suit, Googles, Cap, Kick Board, Pull Buoy, Paddles, Fins, Tempo Trainers, Snorkels |
| Fee: | $200 |
This is the elite swimmers of the Marlins. A high standard of commitment & attitude towards training, competition & personal achievement is expected.
Training is tailored towards long-term success and excellence so that swimmers have the opportunity to swim at the University and National levels. It will be individualized, where possible.
Swim Fit (when offered)
| Level: | Recreational |
| Ages: | 12-18 |
| Standards: | 300 fr / 100 IM competency |
| Commitment: | 2x/week |
| Competitions: | Marlin Annual Invitational |
| Goals: | Learning to Train Standards of LTAD |
| Equipment: | Suit, Cap, Goggles, Kick Board, Pull Bouy, Fins |
| Fee: | Not currently offered - Please use the contact us page if you are interested! |
Swim Fit exists for those swimmers who come out of either Bronze, Silver or Gold that wish to keep swimming at a recreational level.
By continuing to train in their teenage years swimmers can move into other life streams in swimming such as lifeguarding, triathlons, or teaching.