Age Group Team

Meet the Badger Age Group Team!

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Our Age Group Training Groups

Senior Prep

  • Focus: Transition group preparing athletes for full Senior training.
  • Training Environment: 6–8 practices per week, introduction to higher training demands.
  • Goals: Build aerobic base, refine technique, develop habits needed for Senior Team.
  • Note: Swimmers may be invited to participate in select Senior practices based on performance, practice habits, and readiness.

Junior Gold

  • Focus: Advanced training group designed to build higher-level age group competitiveness.
  • Training Environment: Increased practice frequency with emphasis on technique, endurance, and racing skills.
  • Goals: Prepare swimmers for championship meets and transition smoothly into older age group training.

Junior Silver

  • Focus: Development for swimmers beginning higher-level training.
  • Training Environment: Balanced schedule with emphasis on stroke development, conditioning, and building strong practice habits.
  • Goals: Progress into Junior Gold or Senior Prep by developing consistency and competitive skills.

12 & Under Gold

  • Focus: Advanced training for committed swimmers developing competitive skills.
  • Training Environment: 4–6 practices per week with a blend of technique, endurance, and race preparation.
  • Goals: Success at championship meets, preparation for Junior Gold or Senior Prep, and readiness for higher-level training.

12 & Under Silver

  • Focus: Developmental training for swimmers building a foundation of skills and habits.
  • Training Environment: Strong emphasis on technique, fundamentals, and consistency.
  • Goals: Progress into higher groups and prepare for advanced training expectations.

10 & Under Gold

  • Focus: Competitive training for motivated young swimmers.
  • Training Environment: 3–5 practices per week, with an emphasis on skill mastery and racing preparation.
  • Goals: Develop all four strokes, establish strong training habits, and prepare for the 12 & Under groups.

10 & Under Silver

  • Focus: Development of young swimmers beginning competitive training.
  • Training Environment: Technique-based practices, introduction to training structure.
  • Goals: Build confidence in racing, improve all strokes, and progress toward higher level training.

8 & Under Competitive

  • Focus: Competitive entry group for young swimmers.
  • Training Environment: Introduction to structured training, fundamentals, and racing skills.
  • Goals: Prepare for 10&U groups with strong technique and competitive readiness.

8 & Under Developmental

  • Focus: Foundational group for swimmers new to the sport.
  • Training Environment: Technique-driven practices, emphasis on fun and skill development.
  • Goals: Build comfort in all four strokes, develop practice habits, and prepare for the Competitive 8&U group.

Contact

All questions about Competitive Swimming should be directed to our general administrator who will put you in touch with the right person based on your questions. Contact Coach Hakan at Hakan@badgerswimclub.com

Try Outs

Try outs are required for new swimmers interested in joining the Age Group Team. Please click here for information about setting up a try out. Please Contact Coach Matt to schedule a tryout at Matt@badgerswimclub.com