2013 Fall Technique Development Program
2013 FALL "TECHNIQUE DEVELOPMENT" PROGRAM
(September 10th through December 14th)
Once again the Terrapins will be offering our popular Fall Technique Development Program for all swimmers who wish to extend their summer swim season and experience a USA Swimming Team, or for newer swimmers that may be interested in the swim team experience.  The Terrapin program is highly instructional and "sets the standard" both locally and nationally.
 
** Training Group Structure **
In 2011 we made some changes to our training groups structure.  If you have not been in the program or are returning after some time, you will see some unfamiliar changes to our group structure.  These changes are designed to to better suit the developmental needs of our athletes and provide appropriate training groups for all ability levels and training abilities.
 
Due to this we will be conducting "group placement evaluations" for any new fall program participants to determine the appropriate training group for each swimmer based on current swimming and training ability.
 
To receive a group assignment please attend one of the following drop-in evaluation dates listed below.
Tuesday 9/3 @ 6-7 pm
Wednesday 9/4 @ 5-6 pm
Thursday 9/5 @ 5-6 pm
         
Group Descriptions:

Orange Group: (5-8 yrs) Beginning skill level group  

    This group is for the beginning level swimmer with limited competitive experience.   This is not a learn to swim program.

¨   This group is for all 6 & under swimmers +   “B” level 7-8 yr olds.

 

Blue Group: (7-10 yrs)

   All Blue Group swimmers must have a working knowledge of all four competitive strokes.   Instruction will focus on the stroke drill progressions for each stroke.   Swimmers will learn how the drills are designed to focus on “parts” of each stroke.   In addition, swimmers will be introduced to basic training concepts and training sets.

¨   This group is for all 9-10 swimmers + “A”   level   7-8 yr olds

¨   Sub grouping may occur within the group

 

Silver Group: (9-12yrs)

     Silver Group  swimmers are expected to be legal in all four of the competitive stokes and have previous meet experience.  The group will focus on the stroke progressions for each stroke and what proper technique is supposed to look and “feel” like.   In addition, swimmers will be training to develop their aerobic base, increase kicking ability, and interval training. 

¨   This group is for county qualifying 9-10 yr olds 

¨     11-12 yr olds sign up for this group
 
Gold Group:  (11-14 yrs)
    This is our elite level age group training group.  Swimmers in this group must meet the minimum training standards.  Focus for this group will include advanced technique and drill work, as well as, interval training.
 

Senior Development Group: (minimum of 14 yrs / HS training group)

     This is a high school group.   The focus is on physical conditioning and preparing for HS level competition.
 
 
Group's Schedule, Days, Times & Cost are listed below;
Group                 Days                      Time                    1st swimmer        2nd swimmer
ORANGE      Tues & Thurs        5:15-6:00pm                 $330                      $210
BLUE             Mon-Wed-Fri        5:15-6:15pm                 $360                      $240
SILVER          Mon thru Thurs    6:00-7:15pm                 $390                      $270
GOLD             Mon thru Fri          4:00-5:30pm                $420                       $300
SEN-DEV       Mon thru Fri          3:45-5:15pm                $460                       $340
 
PROGRAM REGISTRATION OPTIONS:
Register in Person at one of the "group placement" evaluation dates:
1) Download and print out program booklet with registration materials by clicking HERE
2) Down load and print out medical form by clicking HERE
3) Turn in completed registration forms and medical card to the registration desk after receiving group placement evaluation.
 
Online Registration:
1) Go Back to the front page of the website
2) Go to online registration button (on left hand side of website)
3) Follow the step to registering your swimmer(s)
 
Mail In Registration:
1) Download, print and fill out program booklet with registration materials by clicking HERE
2) Down load, print and fill out medical form by clicking HERE
3) Mail program registration card, medical form and payment to;
 
    Terrapin Fall Technique Development Program
    4180 Treat Blvd. Suite K
    Concord, CA  94518
 
 
To receive additional registration packets or for additional information, call the Terrapins at (925) 680-8372 x205
 
 

 

 
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Upcoming Events  
Oakland LC c/b/a+ Meet (6/21-23)
Fri, 06/21
TBD
Summer LC Junior Olympic Champs (7/12-14)
Fri, 07/12
TBD
Summer Senior Section Championships (7/17-21)
Wed, 07/17
TBD
PLS LC c/b/a+ Meet (7/27-28)
Sat, 07/27
TBD
Summer LC Far Western Championships (7/31-8/4)
Wed, 07/31
TBD