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Spring/Summer tryouts for new swimmers: TBA at the Sachs Recreation Center - 455 Lake Cook Road in Deerfield. Date will be posted soon so please check back!
In keeping with our philosophy of providing a well-rounded and quality developmental and competitive swimming program for swimmers of all ages and abilities, the COHO Swim Club offers professional technique instruction and training. COHO is divided into Developmental, Age Group, Junior, Senior and Masters programs.
Within the Senior Program there are two practice groups based on ability and level of commitment. Within the Age Group Program there are three practice groups based on age and ability. This system allows our coaching staff to meet the individual needs of each swimmer. The number and length of practices depends on the group. Swimmers will be assigned to groups by the coaches and must follow the specific schedule for their group.
Please note: All District 109 & 113 residents are considered residents for the COHO program. This includes families living in Deerfield, Bannockburn, Riverwoods, Highland Park, Highwood, and Fort Sheridan.
The minimum skill requirements for Coho are: Individuals ages 5 and over must be able to swim 1 length of continuous freestyle with rhythmic breathing (face in the water, turning the head to the side to breathe), 1 length of continuous backstroke, demonstrate basic breaststroke, be able to go underwater and touch the bottom of the pool in the shallow end, and be comfortable swimming in the deep end of the pool. Swimmers who can successfully complete this criterion will be placed in a specific group based on age and ability.
Developmental Program (Minnows)
The Developmental or Minnows (MIN) group is designed for children ages 5 and older who are novices to the sport of swimming. Swimmers are taught the basics of the four competitive strokes and competition starts and turns, while building their endurance. Swimmers are introduced to competition through Developmental swim meets. Emphasis is placed on learning proper stroke technique, developing positive self-esteem, making new friends, and having fun! The main goal is to prepare swimmers for the COHO Age Group Program.
Winter 2009-2010: 12/7-2/26 (12 weeks): $205.00 Residents / $225.00 Non-Residents
Winter practices for Minnows are Monday-Friday from 5:30-6:15pm at the Sachs Recreation Center.
Swim School sessions for Minnows will be held at Deerfield High School on some weekends during the season. Participants will be given a schedule of these dates once the season begins. The purpose of Swim School is to work on additional skills such as racing starts, and to introduce the swimmers to a regulation competition pool.
Age Group Program
The Age Group Program is designed for both experienced and new swimmers ages 7 and older. The three practice groups that make up the Age Group Program are Age Group 1 (AG1), Age Group 2 (AG2), and Age Group 3 (AG3). Swimmers will be assigned to groups by the coaches and must follow the specific schedule for their group.
In the Age Group Program emphasis is placed on stroke development, team spirit, self-esteem, friendships, fun, and introduction to competition. Great workout habits will be taught as stroke development and refinement, building endurance and conditioning will continue to be emphasized. In addition, race strategy, competitive skills, goal setting, and an understanding of times standards will be accentuated as swimmers progress through the Age Group Program.
Age Group swimmers may compete in all swim meets offered by COHO. There may be meets with qualifying times that swimmers will need to achieve in order to participate. Age Group swimmers who qualify for Championship meets will be expected to represent COHO unless prior arrangements have been made with their coach.
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