Tigers Aquatics utilizes a progressive age group program designed to developthe swimmer physically, mentally and emotionally in a systematic fashion. A well-defined, long-term approach of gradually increasing degrees of commitment isessential to reach peak performance levels during a swimmer’s physiologicalprime. The emphasis in the early stages of participation is placed primarily ondeveloping technical skills and a love for the sport. In the later years, moredemanding physical and psychological challenges must be introduced to thetraining program.
In addition to emphasizing long-term rather than short-term results, it is importantto establish training groups of swimmers who are compatible in respect toabilities, commitment levels, and goals. While this is not always the mostconvenient approach to take, it is always the most productive.
At each level, the goals and objectives are specific and directed toward meetingthe needs of the swimmer. The long-term goal of total excellence is always at theforefront of program development. As each child is different, he/she will progressat his/her own rate. The coaching staff recognizes this fact by making teamassignments based on a swimmer’s physical, mental, and emotional level ofdevelopment.
Age Group 1 (Tiger Sharks):Coach: CarolinaAges: 8 and underGroup Requirements:
Skills evaluated by coach to join group
Minimum 2 practices per work
Displays the desire, attitude and ability to join a competitive swim team
Meets Optional.
Age Group 2:Coach: CarolinaAges: 8-10Group Requirements:
Skills evaluated by coach to join group
Minimum 3 practices per week
Displays ability to compete in all four stroke legally
Meets Required
Age Group 3:Coach: Phil Ages: 9 – 12Group Requirements:
Skills evaluated by coach to join group
Minimum 4 practices per week
Can complete 500 free and 200IM
Start and turn proficiently
Meets Required
Junior Group: Coach: Carolina Ages: 12 – 18 Group Requirements
Skills evaluated by coach to join group
Minimum 5 workouts per week
Developing training through intensity, and holding technique through sets
Developing toward NJ swimming silver/gold time standards
Meets Required
Senior Group: Coach: Jen Zhen Ages: 13 and older
Skills evaluated by coach to join group
Expected at all 6 workouts per week
Development of stroke and training skills at an elite level
Development towards Sectional/Junior National/Senior National times.
Meets RequiredTigers Aquatics utilizes a progressive age group program designed to developthe swimmer physically, mentally and emotionally in a systematic fashion. A well-defined, long-term approach of gradually increasing degrees of commitment isessential to reach peak performance levels during a swimmer’s physiologicalprime. The emphasis in the early stages of participation is placed primarily ondeveloping technical skills and a love for the sport. In the later years, moredemanding physical and psychological challenges must be introduced to thetraining program.

In addition to emphasizing long-term rather than short-term results, it is importantto establish training groups of swimmers who are compatible in respect toabilities, commitment levels, and goals. While this is not always the mostconvenient approach to take, it is always the most productive.

At each level, the goals and objectives are specific and directed toward meetingthe needs of the swimmer. The long-term goal of total excellence is always at theforefront of program development. As each child is different, he/she will progressat his/her own rate. The coaching staff recognizes this fact by making teamassignments based on a swimmer’s physical, mental, and emotional level ofdevelopment.

Age Group 1 (Tiger Sharks):Coach: CarolinaAges: 8 and underGroup Requirements:

Skills evaluated by coach to join group

Minimum 2 practices per work

Displays the desire, attitude and ability to join a competitive swim team

Meets Optional.

Age Group 2:Coach: CarolinaAges: 8-10Group Requirements:

Skills evaluated by coach to join group

Minimum 3 practices per week

Displays ability to compete in all four stroke legally

Meets Required

Age Group 3:Coach: Phil Ages: 9 – 12Group Requirements:

Skills evaluated by coach to join group

Minimum 4 practices per week

Can complete 500 free and 200IM

Start and turn proficiently

Meets Required

Junior Group: Coach: Carolina Ages: 12 – 18 Group Requirements

Skills evaluated by coach to join group

Minimum 5 workouts per week

Developing training through intensity, and holding technique through sets

Developing toward NJ swimming silver/gold time standards

Meets Required

Senior Group: Coach: Jen Zhen Ages: 13 and older

Skills evaluated by coach to join group

Expected at all 6 workouts per week

Development of stroke and training skills at an elite level

Development towards Sectional/Junior National/Senior National times.

Meets Required