Teams
Tryouts and team placement evaluations must be scheduled with a coach at least 24 hours prior to practice. If an evaluation is scheduled at the YMCA, arrive 15 minutes early to fill out a guest policy form (swimmers 16 and under must be signed in by a parent).
Red Team: Instructional and beginning level stroke development. Building swimmers with good technique. 5 practices offered per week
White Team: Second training level. Stroke development, beginning training for the age-group level swimmer. 5 practices offered per week
Blue Team: Age group and high school training group. Continued stroke development, middle level swim training, strength conditioning, and preparation for senior level swimming. 8 practices offered per week
JV Team: Age group and high school training group. Stroke development and middle level swim training.
7 practices offered per week
Senior Team: Senior level training group. Advanced stroke technique, high intensity training, strength conditioning program. 10 practices offered per week
Meets
Meets are encouraged, but are not required. Meets vary in frequency over the course of the season and last 4 – 6 hours per age group session. Travel meets are offered. USA/VA swimming Championship level meets take place in the spring for the Short Course season, and between July/August for Long Course season. Parent participation is greatly appreciated. Please time or become an official to help the meets proceed.
Training Trips
TCAC offers two and sometimes three training trips each year.
Availability is limited to swimmers 13 and older due to the intense exercise regimen.
Calendar and Practice Schedule
TCAC Calendar
Practice Schedule
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