Junior Squad
Key RSC Major Swim Meets
These 4 meets are our major fundraising events, each featuring a BBQ, raffle, and lucky envelopes to help support our team.
Junior Squad
Squad Information
Squad Purpose:
Junior Squad is for swimmers aged 10–11 who are motivated to progress toward State-level competition.
Target Age Group: 10-11 Years
Training Commitment:
· 4 water sessions per week (1.5 hours each)
· If your swimmer is consistently completing 4 sessions each week and would like to try a 5th, they are more than welcome to do so.
· Training- 48 weeks per year
· 85% attendance
· Swimmers close to progressing to Junior Talent may be invited to attend an additional session
· Consistent effort and positive attitude during training
· Ability to follow instructions and apply technical feedback
· Development of basic aerobic endurance and stroke skills
· Swimmers are expected to be punctual and display poolside discipline
· Commitment to skills: starts, underwater work, turns, pacing strategy, and race analysis
Eligibility:
· Meets or is working toward Junior Excellence (JX) Silver or Gold standard
· Demonstrates coordination and basic stroke competency in all four strokes
· Shows coachability and a willingness to learn
· Swimmers should be willing to learn race skills (starts, turns, finishes, and race preparation)
· Selection subject to coaches’ discretion