PERFORMANCE
HUMA's Performance program is for competitive swimmers aged 8 and up.
There are five training squads which are structured to recognize progression in age and ability. Each squad has a specific training program designed for the needs of its swimmers.
Program Focus:
- developing and refining proper competitive swimming stroke techniques, starts and turns
- establishing and maintaining a high level of fitness
- improving strength, balance, coordination and general motor skills
- teaching and internalizing goal-oriented achievements through discipline, perseverance and dedication
- promoting teamwork and leadership skills
Swim Meet Expectations:
Competitions are usually held every Saturday, from the end of May to the Provincial Championship in mid-August, excluding most long weekends. Swim meets are great events for team bonding, socialization and making new friends.
- Swimmers are strongly encouraged to attend at least four (4) meets per season
- Competition is an important component to athletic development
- The HUMA Invitational Meet and Regionals are excellent meets to attend
- Swimmers are expected to stay for the entire duration of a swim meet
- Qualifying times are not required to attend seasonal meets
- Qualifying is required to attend Provincials, based on results at Regionals
- Failure to attend meets may affect an athlete’s registration in the following season
Eligibility:
- Swimmer must be able to swim 25-50 metres of freestyle (i.e., front crawl) and 25-50 metres of backstroke non-stop
- Swimmer must be comfortable in deep water
- Interest in competitive swimming is desirable