The Walton Waves competitive Swim Team has a practice group for all ages and ability levels. The coaching staff will place the swimmer in one of ten practice groups determined by an evaluation and based on age and skill level. Swimmers are promoted to the next group when the coach
determines he/she is ready and the swimmer and parents agree.
Following are the 10 WW practice groups

$110.00 per swimmer non-refundable registration fee for ALL WW groups.

(Recreational and Homeschool Group has a different registration fee - $50 / per swimmer )

Waves  1, 2, & 3 - This group is for those swimmers who would like to swim year round but do not want to make the full time commitment. They swim once to three times a week. Swimmers must be able to swim 25 yards of freestyle and backstroke and or complete the advance swim lesson group in the WW Swim School. Swimmers are taught the breaststroke and butterfly as well as starts and turns and the rules of competition.  The emphasis is on skill development and having fun. The difference between the groups is how many times they come a week.

ADVANCED -  This group is for swimmers  who are competent in all four strokes.  Aerobic training and racing are introduced in this group as the emphasis remains on skill development and having fun.  Swimmers are encouraged to attend 4 practices per week. Local intra squad and invitational meets are offered and some out of town travel. 

PRE -SR.—The top training group for ages 12 and 13, the Junior Group is for serious swimmers looking to advance to the National Team.  Junior Swimmers continue to develop and refine stroke technique with increasing emphasis on aerobic and anaerobic training.  Dryland exercises and stretching as well as racing strategies are part of the Pre-Sr.  Swimmers are expected to attend 5-6 practices per week.  Extensive competition, including travel are expectations of all Pre-Sr  swimmers.

SENIOR - Top training group in the WW program for ages 13 and up.  For serious, highly motivated swimmers. Skill development continues with an increased emphasis on challenging aerobic and anaerobic training.  A demanding dryland conditioning program is an integral part of the national team as is extensive competition. Swimmers are encouraged to attend all practices.

High School —This group is for swimmers ages 13-18 without the skill or commitment for the National Team. Stroke development, aerobic and anaerobic training are the emphasis of this group.  Ideal for high school swimmers and late starters wishing to advance to the National Team. Competition is encouraged but not required.

MASTERS TEAM—For adults ages 19 and up.  This group is for anyone wishing to compete or just get in shape.  Ideal for triathletes, emphasis is on skill development and aerobic and anaerobic conditioning. For any and all ability levels our Masters team is geared to the individual’s needs and desires.

GROUP PRICES - ( Due by 5th of each month; after that a late fee - $15.00 -  will be added )

Senior -  Provides rigorous training & challenging workouts for high level athletes with other activities. ($155.00 / mo)

Pre-Sr. -  For local and state level age group athletes with emphasis on  technique and interval training. ($135.00 / mo)

High School Group- Provides athletes with sound training principles & stroke technique. ($110.00 / mo)

Advanced -  Provides athletes with sound training principles & stroke technique. ($115.00 / mo)

Waves III -   This training group focuses on stroke development and basic competitive skills. For swimmers  who have mastered swim lessons and desire to improve familiarity with the water. Drills all strokes, diving, turns, etc.  No meet requirement.  ($85.00/mo)

Waves II - This training group focuses on stroke development and basic competitive skills. For swimmers  who have mastered swim lessons and desire to improve familiarity with the water. Drills all strokes, diving, turns, etc.  No meet requirement.  ($75.00/mo)

Waves I - This training group focuses on stroke development and basic competitive skills. For swimmers  who have mastered swim lessons and desire to improve familiarity with the water. Drills all strokes, diving, turns, etc.  No meet requirement. This group swims only once per week. ( $65.00 / mo )

Stroke Clinic with Yarko - For all swimmers wishing to improve stroke technique. More one on one coaching. ($15.00 / class). TBD

Home School Swim Team-   For all home schoolers. Must attempt to swim 25 yds.  Instruction in all strokes, diving, turns, etc. USS meet competition as Walton Waves team member. ($75.00 / month)

Registration fees: 

$50.00             For those who wish to swim in a Walton Waves group but does not want to compete in USS meets. You receive a Team T-shirt.

$110.00           All Walton Waves swimmers who want to compete in USS meets. You receive a USS #, magazine subscription, team t-shirt, team cap.

• Monthly fees are due by the 5^th of each month. If not a late fee, $15.00, will be added to your account. If a swimmer is not going to swim please let us know a month ahead.