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Bakersfield Swim Club offers professional
technique instruction and training. The program is divided into
smaller practice groups (described below) based on skill level and
commitment. This allows practices to be geared towards the
individual needs of each swimmer. Program fees vary based on
practice groups and variation.
Swim programs for
any ability of swimmer from novice to Senior National Qualifiers.
Year round or summer only swimming. Professional coaching and
instruction for all four accepted USA Swimming and FINA swim
strokes. Swim practices up to 5 days a week and more for older more
serious swimmers. Swim meets for swimmers who want to participate.
No swim meet is mandatory.
All Tryouts will be held at 3311 Allen
Road facility
3:00-4:00pm (Mon &
Wed)
For more
information regarding new membership, please call 637.1403
email: bsc@bakersfieldswimclub.org
For billing
related information, please email: billing@bakersfieldswimclub.org
(1) Jelly
Fish
Age Range: 4-9 Years Old
2/4 Practices offered per week.
Attendance Requirements: None (50-100% recommended for optimum
progress)
Skill Requirements: Ability to swim all four competitive strokes
Group Emphasis: Swimmers in this group will begin developing
correct basic stroke technique in all four strokes in a progressive
manner. As well as an introduction to turns, starts, and underwater
work. Opportunities are available for swimmers in this group to
experience the fun of competition in meets and to take part fully
in a positive team atmosphere.
Competition is optional, but encouraged
Monthly Dues: $60.00*
(2) Wave
Age Range: 7-11 Years Old
5 Practices offered per week.
Attendance Requirements: 3 Times Per week minimum (50-100%
recommended for optimum progress)
Skill Requirements: Capable of swimming 50 yards of the four
competitive strokes leagally (according to US Swimming rules)
Group Emphasis: Swimmers in this group will continue refining
correct stroke technique in all four strokes in a progressive
manner including turns, starts, and underwater work. Also,
introduction of complex sets will begin and incorporating a pace
clock within these sets. Training principals and preparation for
competition will be introduced. Opportunities are available for
swimmers in this group to experience the fun of competition in
meets and to take part fully in a positive team atmosphere.
Competition is optional, but strongly encouraged
Monthly Dues: $70.00*
(3) Blue
Age Range: 9-14 Years of Age
5 Practices offered per week.
Attendance Requirements: 80% Expected (4 times per week minimum
recommended for optimum progress)
Skill Requirements: Competent in all 4 competitive strokes,
aerobic capacity to handle interval training. Trial set may be
established at a later date... Participation in dual, USA meets,
conference, and State meets (if qualified) is expected.
Group Emphasis: Sound stroke technique will be emphasized in
this group, as well as sound technical skills such as starts,
turns, and underwater work. This group serves as a transition
between the instructional aspects of swimming and the training
demands of the sport. A wide mix between stroke, interval training,
and initiation to all distances as well as all strokes (we do not
specify at this age) will make a large part if the season?s
planning.
Additional Provisions: Stretching and dry land are strongly
recommended for this group to improve strength, flexibility and
prevent injury.
Monthly Dues: $90.00*
Participanting
This group practices for a maximum of two days a week. They are
eligible for the same incentive programs and competitions as the
other swimmers in Tidal Waves, Wave Crashers and Blue groups.
Monthly Dues: P1-$50.00* P2-$60.00*
P3-$80.00*
4) Advanced
Blue
Age Range: 12-15 Years of age
Attendance Requirements: All swimmers are expected to attend as
much practice as possible. Not attending at least 80% of weekly
practices can result in falling below the skill requirement.
Skill Requirements: A desire to improve and a willingness to
take the steps necessary for competitive progress are expected of
all athletes in this group. Competent in all 4 competitive strokes,
aerobic capacity to handle interval training. Participation in USA
meets, conference, and State meets (if qualified) is expected.
Advanced technical skills of the strokes, starts, and turns shall
be integrated into the seasonal plan. Advanced training for
competition, stretching, a wide range of dry land including some
weight training will be predominant throughout the season. Progress
through commitment!
Additional Provisions: Stretching and dry land are requirements
for this group to improve strength, flexibility and prevent injury.
Monthly Dues: $105.00*
5) Seniors
The training and preparation of this group will meet the needs
of the high school athlete. Practice sessions are up to two hours,
five days a week. Additional practice sessions will be available
based on the needs of the swimmer.
Monthly Dues: $110.00*
6) Elite
Attendance Requirement:This group constitutes the highest level
within the Bakersfield Swim Club structure. Swimmers earn their
position in this group by demonstrating the necessary dedication to
achieve their maximum potential as a competitive swimmer and a
young adult. Practice sessions are offered up to 10 times in one
week and are comprised up to 150 minutes a session. Attendance
requirements vary to the individual and coach.
Monthly Dues: $125.00*
Masters
Age Range: 18 Years of age and Older
Attendance Requirements: None For the young at heart, the
masters group will have quality instruction as well as training
programs prepared on a daily basis.
Monthly Dues: $60 ($50 with an active
swimmer at the club)
HSD High School conditioning
group.
Competition is optional. This group will help maintain fitness
levels prior to High School seasons. This group is optimal for the
swimmer looking to stay in shape but not compete or have an
attendance requirement.
Dues/Schedule: November end - January end
(9 weeks) $ TBA
* Annual USA
Swimming Registration and Insurance - This fee will establish the swimmers status as a
competitive swimmer, and provide insurance coverage during swim
practices and meets. The fee is $61.00
for the swim year. This is non-refundable fee and is due at
registration.
* Annual
Registration Fee - The annual
registration fee is $35.00 per
swimmer. This fee is included in registration fee. This fee covers
office expenses, mailings, copies, etc.
* Meet
Entries - When a swimmer enters a
swim meet there will be various fees associated with each meet. (
entries fee, splash fee, pool fee, ect. ~
$30.00 per meet, per swimmer)
* Meet Coaches
Fee - A fee of $12.00 per family is billed for each meet to
provide for the expenses incurred in staffing coaches at swim
meets. This fee applies regardless if the meet is away or in
Bakersfield (exceptions may apply)
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