PST Prep will be for swimmers eligible to swim in high school swimming that want to continue to improve their swimming ability. The emphasis will be on technique, skill development and having fun. Swimmers in the PST Prep group that wish to compete in USA Swimming competition up to the State level may compete if they choose to do so. Our goal at PST is to keep kids in the sport through having fun, making friends, and provide them with lifelong skills.
Equipment: None
Practice Schedule: Monday-Thursday 7:15-8:15pm
YEAR ROUND PROGRAMS GROUPS
In keeping with our objectives of providing a quality competitive and recreational swimming program for swimmers of all ages, abilities, and levels of interest, Paducah Swim Team offers five levels of professional instruction and training. The staff places each swimmer in an appropriate group based on age, ability, experience, maturity, training level and motivation. The staff reserves the right to make all swimmer placement decisions.
Yellow is the first step as a member of Paducah Swim Team and is primarily for all 10 and under swimmers who can perform a 25 of at least two strokes legally. Refining the four strokes and having fun are the main points of emphasis. Swimmers will also begin to focus more on proper turns and starts. Swimmers may attend up to two practices per week. Practices are one hour. Equipment: none
Practice Schedule: Tuesday and Thursday 6:00-7:00pm, Saturday 11:30am-12:15pm
Red is primarily for swimmers age nine through twelve years of age new to year-round swimming and not yet ready for the Blue group. Swimmer must be able to complete a 50 freestyle and a full 25 of two other strokes without stopping. In this introduction to year-round swimming, the main focus is on proper stroke technique and racing skills. Swimmers and parents are introduced to the fun and exciting world of USA Swimming! Swimmers may attend up to four practices per week. Practices are one hour and fifteen minutes. Regular attendance is encouraged. Equipment: Mesh bag, Biofuse Fin, Canvas shoes
Practice Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 6:00-7:15pm, Friday 5:30-6:30pm
Blue is primarily for 10 and under swimmers with multiple State Championship time standards and rising 11 and older swimmers and 13 and over developmental. Swimmers must be able to perform all four strokes legally for a 50 without stopping. Swimmers prepare to compete up to the state and regional level. This group focuses on further refinement of technique and racing skills. Swimmers receive enhanced swim training and are introduced to dry land at this level. Swimmers may attend up to six practices per week. Practices are one hour and thirty minutes. Solid attendance is expected. Equipment: Mesh bag, Biofuse Fin, Canvas shoes, Orange Catalyst Paddles
Practice Schedule: Monday - Thursday 6:00-7:30pm, Friday 5:30-6:45pm, Saturday 10:00-11:30am
Pre-Senior introduces swimmers to the senior level. Pre-Senior is primarily for 11 and 12 year old swimmers with multiple State Championship qualifying times, and for serious swimmers 13 and up committed to meet participation. It also fits those swimmers who do not yet meet senior group placement criteria, do not swim year-round, or had a late start in swimming. Stroke technique is strongly emphasized. Very high fitness levels are attained utilizing advanced pool and dryland training sessions. This group also focuses on long-range goal setting, training commitment, personal development and responsibility. Pre-senior prepares swimmers for the move to the senior group. Practice is offered 6 to 9 times per week for 2 hours. Strong commitment, attendance, and personal responsibility are expected. Equipment: Mesh bag, Biofuse Fin, Canvas shoes, Yellow Catalyst Paddles
Practice Schedule: Monday-Thursday 4:00-6:00pm, Friday 4:00-5:30pm, Saturday 8:00-10:00am
Senior group emphasis is on advanced technique, dry land, power and in-water training. Participation in the senior group is by invitation only. Swimming must be a top priority. Swimmers will continue to meet the highest standards of effort, attendance, attitude and long-range goal focus to remain in the senior group. Senior emphasis is on advanced technique, dry land, power and in-water training. Swimmers in this group do maximum training to achieve maximum results. Swimmers are required to attend all practices and meets that they qualify for. Swimmers practice 6-8 times per week for 2 to 3 or more hours. Equipment: Mesh bag, Biofuse Fin, Canvas shoes, Yellow or Red Catalyst Paddles
Practice Schedule: Monday-Thursday 3:30-6:00pm, Friday 3:30-6:00pm, Saturday 8:00-10:30am
