Pre-requisites:
Aquaquest 7 to 12
Swimkids 7-10
I Can Swim Stage 2-3
Completion of Olympic Way White or GR 2 program  
  Or Coaches assesment
Minimum age: 11

Swimmers’ Commitment and Goals:
1. Attend all practices.
2. Attend as many of the stroke camps, Novice or other meets, and social events as possible. There is usually 1 Stroke Camp and 1 meet every 4-5 weeks.
3. Have Fun!
4. Aim for Novice Level 1-2 and Lower Mainland Regional time standards.

Team Gear and Equipment Requirements:
Practise: Swimsuit (boys – jammers or briefs, no shorts), goggles, cap (especially girls with long hair), flippers, pullbuoy, athletic shoes and clothes for daily dryland.
Competition: Hyack Team Suit, Hyack Team Tshirt, Hyack “Meet” Cap, Team ‘Hoodie’ or Sweatsuit encouraged.

Parents’ Commitment:
1. Arrange to have your swimmer attend all practices and as many of the other offered camps and events as possible.
2. Contact your coach to let them know if your swimmer may miss a practice or event. If possible, an alternate practise may be available.
3. Stay informed by reading and responding to: Notices sent home, emails, website, bulletin board, and as always talking with your child’s coach.
4. Parent Participation Program continues. Assist with timing at mini-meets, get involved with other events through the year.

Practice Info: 3-4 x 1 ¼  or 1 ½ hour sessions per week (15-30 minutes dryland, 60 minutes in water)
There are ‘twin’ groups operating at each pool, each with different day and time options by age.  Along with special camps, meets, and social events, the groups from each age option combine to train together on Saturday mornings mainly at CCAC.

2008-09 Schedule Options:

* ALL swimmers: September schedule is modified at Eagle Ridge pool and Chimo to start the year, to early October, when CCAC and CGP re-opens following yearly maintenance. Check www.hyack.com as September approaches for these modifications.