4. Terrific FISH
Coach: Gunther Niklas - Practice Location: Spring Hill RECenter in McLean, VA
The
success of the Terrific FISH is measured at the Age Group Championship competitions.
This is accomplished by focusing on the
following objectives:
- to prepare swimmers for the Age Group Championship competitions,
- to provide experience and optimal training in advanced stroke technique and racing strategies which are necessary to successfully compete at this level,
- to train at a high level , working on developing goals to maximize performance of each athlete,
- to utilize videotaping and dry land strength & flexibility training,
- to develop a feeling of self-worth and accomplishment so that swimming can become an enjoyable lifelong sport.
Requirements for the Terrific FISH Group
- Display intention of adhering to
attendance requirement before moving into group
- 11-12 PVS qualifying times in 5
or more events
- 11-12 AG Sectional qualifying times
in 2 or more events
- Racing history in every event
available
- Show willingness to learn
- 8x100 @ 1:30
- Under 2:30 in 200yd freestyle
- Kick 1x50 under :40 with fins
- Coach's recommendation
The Terrific group is the first group within
the FISH Swim Team with an attendance requirement.
Goals of
the Terrific Group:
- Achieve USA Swimming Top 16 time
standard
- Final in all events at Age Group
Championship Meet
- Top 8 in relays at Age Group
Championship Meet
- Achieve Age Group Championship
time standard in every stroke
- Continue to develop goal setting
skills
- Improve proficiency in turns
- Use underwater dolphin kicking as
a tool in racing
- Continue becoming more fluid in
swimming (no splashing)
- Kick 50yd with fins under :30
- Begin to actively improve distance
per stroke
- Learn leadership skills
- 8 x 100 free @ 1:30
- 12 x 50 kick @ 1:10
- 8 x 100 stroke @ 1:45
- 5 x 200 free @ 3:10
- 3 x 200 IM @ 3:20
- 3 x 500 free @ 8:00
Upcoming Practices
