Group Descriptions

Junior Team
This level teaches young swimmers the fundamentals of competitive swimming.

  • Team members are ages 9 and under.
  • Swimmers must be able to do all four competitive strokes legally
  • Group goal meets: 8 & Under Championship Meet
  • Tryouts: held in September, December and April

Asphalt Team
This level allows group members to progress at a rate appropriate to their age.

  • Team members are ages 10 - 11 + 9 year olds with Junior Olympic Cuts.
  • Swimmers must be able to do all four competitive strokes legally.
  • Meets: approximately 1 per month
  • Group goal meets: Zones, Junior Olympics, Silver Championships
  • Tryouts: held in September, December and April  

Green Team
This age group level prepares swimmers for senior-level swimming.

  • Team members are ages 12 + 10 & 11 year olds with Junior Olympic cuts.
  • Swimmers must have demonstrated the ability and desire to train at a high level.
  • Group goal meets: Zones, Senior Meets, Junior Olympics
  • Tryouts: held in September, December and April

Senior Team I
This group is for athletes preparing to compete at the local level.

  • Team members are ages 13 and over.
  • Swimmers are encouraged to make a set practice routine which they can maintain with their coach in order to experience improved performances.
  • Group goal meets: Silver Championships, Junior Olympic Trials, Senior Metropolitan Championships
  • Tryouts: held in September, December and April

Senior Team II
This group is for athletes preparing to compete at the regional level.

  • Team members are ages 13 and over with Junior Olympic cuts.
  • Swimmers must be able to balance the commitments required by AGUA and their school before considering taking part in this group.
  • Practice is 7 - 8 times per week for 2 hours, plus 2 - 3 dryland sessions.
  • Swimmers are required to set up a defined practice schedule with the coaching staff.
  • Group goal meets: Senior Metropolitan Championships, Eastern Zones, Sectionals
  • Tryouts: held in September, December and April

National Team
This group is for athletes preparing to compete in nationally-recognized events.

  • Team members are ages 13 and over with Sectional qualifying times.
  • Swimmers must be able to balance the commitments required by AGUA and their school before considering taking part in this group.
  • Practice is 7 - 8+ times per week for 2 - 2.5 hours, plus 3 - 4 dryland sessions.
  • Swimmers are required to meet a practice requirement which is based upon their age to insure progress through throughout their career.
  • Group goal meets: Sectional Championships, Junior/Senior Nationals, Olympic Trials
  • Tryouts: held in September, December and April