Entry Level and Non/Low Competitive Groups

Buckeye Silver program

The Buckeye Silver Program is designed to introduce swimmers to the concept of competitive swimming and also provides an outlet for swimmers that are either not able to compete due to other commitments or are hesitant to compete in larger events. Emphasis is on learning competitive stroke technique and aerobic conditioning to become a more efficient swimmer. Coaches will work on growing a love for the sport of swimming and help swimmers work on competitive skills should they desire to race.  The program is run in 7-8 week sessions throughout the year and each session will include a minimum of 21 practices to choose from.

Session Schedule:

Silver 1: swimmers age 11-14 that are still learning how to compete in each of the four competitive strokes. Swimmers in this group are likely new to competitive swimming or have commitments in other sports. Fees: Annual $50 registration fee, $275 per session (Minimum of 20 practices offered per session)

Practice Schedule, Fall and Winter sessions:

Tuesdays 7:30-8:30 pm

Fridays 7-8 pm

Sundays  3:30-4:30 pm

Silver 2: age 10 and younger. This group reinforces the fundamentals of all four competitive strokes and builds on swimming techniques, starts, turns and increased conditioning.  Minimum ability to swim one length of the pool unassisted in all four disciplines. Fees: Annual $30 registration fee, Session fees of $150 one day a week, $270 twice a week. 

Practice Schedule, Fall and Winter sessions:

Tuesdays 7:30-8:30 pm

Saturdays 10:30-11:30 am

Sundays 4:30-5:30 pm

Silver 3: age 9 and younger. Practices at this level focus on stroke refinement, begin to build some endurance and introducing flip-turns.  Minimum ability to swim one length of the pool unassisted in all four disciplines. Practices are 45 minutes in duration. Fees: Annual $30 registration fee, Session fee $130 for one practice per week, $234 for twice a week.

Practice Schedule, Fall and Winter sessions:

Thursdays 5:45-6:30 pm

Saturdays 11:30-12:15 pm

Sundays 9:30-10:15 and 3:45 – 4:30 pm

Silver 4: Age 7 and younger. This is an instructional level that focuses on the fundamentals of all four competitive strokes. Minimum ability to swim one length of the pool unassisted in freestyle and backstroke and demonstrate knowledge of breaststroke and butterfly. Practices are 30 minutes in duration. Fees: Annual $30 registration fee, Session fee $100 for one practice per week, $180 for twice a week.

Practice Schedule, Fall and Winter sessions:

Thursday 3:45-4:15

Saturdays 9-9:30 am

Sundays 3:15 – 3:45 pm

Fees include:

• Swim group training fee for coach pay, pool rent, team offerings, etc.
• Team silicone cap and team T-shirts (shirts are given to swimmers registered by Sep 30 of each year).

Fees DO NOT include:

• Annual United States Swimming membership fees and Ohio Swimming membership fees
• Swim meet entry fees and associated travel expenses
• Training equipment

Uniform Requirements

As a member of a competitive swim team each swimmer is held to a uniform standard at practices and competitions.  Swimmers are expected to arrive at practice with a competition quality suit that fits snugly and conforms to USA Swimming regulation 102.8.1 (Boys-the swimsuit shall not extend above the navel nor below the knees; girls- shall not cover the neck, extend past the shoulder, nor extend below the knee). Swimmers with hair that falls below the shoulders are required to wear a swim cap.  Suits can be purchased at SwimVille USA on Bethel Rd or at www.swimoutlet.com/bkys Please contact the Head Coach and Managing Director for uniform exemptions for Religious or Medical reasons.