Designed for the novice level swimmer. The emphasis is on developing basic movement literacy and fundamental skills. Basic concepts of competitive swimming are introduced in a positive, fun and structured learning environment. The swimmer must successfully complete multiple lengths of Freestyle or Backstroke unassisted and without stopping. Knowledge of breaststroke and butterfly are recommended but not required. Introduction to interval training and flip turns.

Local USA meets are encouraged but not required. Swimmers should compete in 50/100 free and 50 of every stroke and 100 IM. Outside activities are permitted.

Equipment needed: mesh bag, fins, extra goggles and swim cap, and kick board.

Designed for the younger competitive swimmer who has knowledge of all 4 strokes and turns. Legal strokes is the primary objective along with all the basic movement literacy, and fundamental swimming skills, Swimming is taught in a fun positive manner, and love for the sport is emphasized.

Local USA meets are encouraged but not required. Swimmers should compete in 50/100 free and 50/100 of every stroke and 100/200 IM. Outside activities are permitted.

Equipment needed: mesh bag, fins, kick board, extra goggles and swim cap, and small pull-buoy.

Swimmers in this group can legally compete in all 4 strokes, individual medley, and turns. Training will focus on the mastery of all 4 strokes, racing starts, turns, finishes, and interval training. Swimmers will be introduced to proper athlete nutrition, racing strategies for various distances and events, strength conditioning, flexibility and goal setting.

A fun, competitive team atmosphere along with local USA meets will be strongly encouraged but not required. Swimmers should compete in 50/100/200 free and 50/100 of every stroke and 100/200 IM. Outside activities are permitted. Coach approval needed to enter this group.

Equipment needed: mesh bag, fins, kick board, pull-buoy, water bottle, extra goggles and swim cap, and small paddles.

This group represents the highest level of training at SSAN. The focus is on all local level meets, Gulf Champs, TAGS, and Senior meets while also preparing for UIL Championship level meets representing their respective high schools. Swimmers will continue to be instructed on proper athlete nutrition, racing strategies for various distances and events, heart rate training, strength conditioning, flexibility, goal setting, and mental preparation techniques.

USA meets and 95% monthly attendance are strongly encouraged. Swimmers will compete in every event throughout the season. Outside activities are permitted. Swimmers in this group are eligible for Off-Campus PE with School/Coach permission. Coach approval needed to enter this group.

Equipment needed: finis snorkel, mesh bag, fins, kick board, pull-buoy, medium paddles, sneakers, pilates mat, water bottle, and extra goggles and swim cap