What a Typical Practice Looks Like
What to Expect on Deck
Practices follow a consistent structure, with activities adjusted for each group and season.
Practice Flow
1. Warm-Up
Prepare for training with work on body position, balance, and rhythm.
2. Technique & Skill Work
Practice strokes, breathing, starts, or turns through drills and coaching feedback.
3. Training Sets
Apply skills while building endurance. Maintain technique, effort, and focus as intensity increases.
4. Finish
Review the day’s focus through short efforts or team activities.
What Coaches Look For
Effort, focus, stroke consistency, teamwork, and the ability to apply feedback. Corrections are a routine part of learning.
What Parents Should Know
Some practices focus more on skills than speed. Improvement may appear in technique and habits before race times. Consistent attendance helps swimmers build on previous work.