Northland United is divided into four practice groups that focus on swimmer development based upon ability level. The team is capped at 130 swimmers to maximize pool space and maintain a superior coach-to-swimmer ratio. Outlined below are the four practice groups, practice times, and equipment requirements. Practice times may change based upon pool availability, please check the practice calendar frequently.

Swimmers may move groups thoroughout the season, based on coaches recommendations, and after parent discussion. 

                                               

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TEAL GROUP:

8-and-under swimmers, 9-12 swimmers that do not meet the physical demands of the bronze group, that do not have a District time, and that are new to the sport. Physical Ability: Can perform 25 yards of freestyle and backstroke. Recommended Commitment:  At least 1 practices/week, with optional Saturdays and encouraged to attend/compete in meets. 

Practice times:

PHAC: Tuesday/Thursday 6:15pm-7:15pm, Saturday 8:00am-9:00am

Required equipment: water bottle, kickboard, fins

Monthly Practice Fee: $90.00

 

 

BRONZE GROUP:

Swimmers (minimum age of 8) that have a number of District times, any swimmers that do not meet the physical demands of the silver group but can meet the physical demands of the bronze group. Physical Ability: Can perform 50 yards of each of the four competitive strokes, including the 200 IM. This includes the proper technique and proper turns for each of the strokes. 

Practice times:

PHAC: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6:00pm-7:15pm, Saturday 7:45am-9:00am

Required equipment: water bottle, fins

Monthly Practice Fee: $120.00

 

 

SILVER GROUP:

Swimmers (minimum age of 10) that have achieved at least: one 11-12 Age Group Championship time or four 9-10 Age Group Championship time, as well as a number of District times. Any swimmer that can meet the physical demands of the group. Physical Ability: Can perform 100 yards of each of the four competitive strokes and the ability to complete 200 yards of a couple of the competitive strokes; 200 IM, and the 500 and 1000 yard freestyle.  Recommended Commitment: At least 3 practices/week including dryland; participation in a majority of the meets including the championship meets.

Practice Times:

PHAC: Monday-Friday 5:30pm-7:15pm, Saturday 7:00am-8:45am

Required Equipment:  Fins, Hand Paddles, Swim Snorkel, Mesh Equipment Bag. 

Monthly Practice Fee: $140.00

 

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GOLD GROUP: 

Swimmers (minimum age of 13) that have a number of 13-14 Age Group Championship times and any swimmers that meet the physical demands of the group. All High School aged swimmers. Physical Ability: Can perform every event offered at a high level. Recommended commitment: At least 4 practices/week, including Saturdays; participation in a majority applicable meets including the championship meets; participation in the IMX Challenge.

Practice Times: 

PHAC: Monday-Friday 5:15pm-7:15pm, Saturday 7:00am-9:00am

Required Equipment: Fins, Hand Paddles, Swim Snorkel, Mesh Equipment Bag. 

Monthly Practice Fee: $145.00