Practice Schedule
The Lanier Aquatics
2009/2010 year round program will begin on August 17th at the Frances Meadows Center.
All group placement is based on the coaches’ evaluation of skills, conditioning
and readiness. Try-outs for new swimmers will be held Monday through Thursday from
August 17th – 27th from 4:00 and 5:00 PM. After that evaluations can
be arranged by appointment.
NOVA
This is the entry
level for swimmers ages (approximately) 6 – 10 years, with basic swimming
skills. They meet three times a week and
the focus is on elementary technique and enjoying the water. Mon., Wed., Fri. 4 – 5 PM - $90 per month
INTERMEDIATE
This group ranges in
age from 8 years to early teens. The
basics are constantly emphasized and more conditioning is introduced. Of the four practices offered each week, it
is recommended that swimmers in this group attend at least three. Tues., Thurs., Fri., 4 – 5 PM, Sat 8 – 9 AM - $100 per month
ADVANCED
This level is for
swimmers ages 9 years and over with good basic skills that need accelerated
training in technique and conditioning.
Of the five practices offered each week, it is recommended that swimmers
in this group make at least four. Group One – Mon. – Thurs. 4 – 5:30 PM, Sat. 8 – 9:30 AM, Group
Two – Mon. – Thurs. 5:30 – 7 PM,
Sat. 8 – 9:30 AM. - $115 per
month.
JUNIOR
This group is for
swimmers age 11 years and older that have the desire, skills and conditioning
to train for the eventual move up to the top training group. Swimmers in this group should make as many
scheduled practices per week as possible. Mon. – Thurs. 5:30 – 7 PM plus 30 min. strength training,
Fri. 5 – 7 PM, Sat. 8 –
10 AM. $120 per month.
SENIOR
This is the highest
training group offered and is for those swimmers with the desire, skills and
conditioning necessary to train at the elite level. Fourteen years is the usual entry age for
this group. Swimmers in this group
should make all scheduled practices.
Mon. – Fri. 5 – 7:30 PM,
Sat. 8 – 11AM. $130 per
month
GOLD GROUP
This group is for
high school swimmers that wish to receive the training and coaching necessary
in order to participate on their high school swim team during the season.
Practices will be held Mon. – Thurs. from 7 – 8 PM. $75 per month
Other Fees:
Lanier Aquatics and USA Swimming Registration: $85 for first swimmer
from family, $75 for second, $70 each additional. Gold group registration is
$40.
Frances Meadows
Community Center Pool use fees: $60 per swimmer per quarter. Discounts for
additional swimmers from same family and for those holding an annual family
membership.
Meet Entry
Fees: Paid by the swimmer.
For
a swim team evaluation or more information,
contact Coach Jim
Young @ 770-519-6500
OR email jimyoung1@mindspring.com,
www.lanieraquatics.com
Entry Fee Account
There are still some that owe entry fees. Please make sure your account is up to date and that you have enough in the account to cover up-coming meets. Up to now LA has been carrying those that are delinquent but can no longer do that. A statement of your balance is available in the pool office.
Monthly Fee Payment Policy
Here is a reminder of the Lanier Aquatics monthly fee policy: Monthly fees are due by the 10th of each month and can be paid during practice hours at the pool office or by mailing checks to PO Box 1513,Gainesville, Ga., 30503. Statements will only be mailed after the 15th to those not paying by the 10th and a $15 late fee will be added at that time.