Senior / High School Training
EGRA Senior Program
Our Senior program is designed for the athlete who wants to achieve a high level of excellence. Progression and preparation are key components to reaching maximum potential in the Senior group. Peak performance requires swimmers to commit to a serious training program and balance other activities with swimming.
It is required that swimmers in the Senior groups have their own swim bag with the following equipment:
- Kickboard
- Pull-buoy
- Fins
- Snorkel
- Paddles
- Tempo trainers are optional as well.
Senior goals
- Be competitive at championship meets
- Strive towards maximum potential
- Set goals and prepare for peak performance
- Promote year round swimming
To achieve the above goals, Senior is divided into four groups: Senior Development (Summer Only), Senior, Senior National and Senior Collegiate (Summer Only). Entrance into these groups is based on criteria and goals of each swimmer.
Swimmers are expected to maintain the group and practice requirements while in Senior. This may include limiting other activities to meet the requirements or discussing options around the balance of other sports/activities. If swimmers are not able to meet the requirements at the Senior or Senior National levels, they may be asked to move down a group, or take a break from training. Please contact our Senior Head Coach, Josh Dolecki at coachdolecki@egrawaves.com if you have questions about Senior expectations.
Other Sports or Activities During Training:
Swimmers are great athletes and it is no surprise to see them involved in other sports or activities. The benefits of doing another sport can have a positive effect on a swimmer's overall health and mental well being.
As a swimmer gets older, he or she may have to make tough choices on participation in other activities depending on goals. We will work with each individual to determine the best course of action.
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Whether your swimmer is new to the sport or looking to advance their competitive training, EGRA Waves provides a positive, structured environment to help them succeed.