McDonough County, Illinois, YMCA - DOLPHIN SWIM TEAM

2008-2009 regular season
October 6 - February 20

(Click here for 2008 Summer Practice Information)

Practice is the most important part of developing as a swimmer. It is during practice time that your child learns from the coach and becomes a member of the team by developing friendships with the other swimmers. The first 15 minutes of practice will be spent on deck stretching and communicating with the coaches. We encourage all swimmers to come on time to every practice. Practice on one day of the week is usually more relaxed and focused on games and team interaction.

Although practice is the most important part of swimming, everyone has emergencies and other obligations. There are no penalties imposed for missing a practice.

What to bring to practice
Swimmers should bring their Y-cards, suits, towels, goggles and caps. First year swimmers are encouraged to get used to wearing goggles and caps as they are necessary equipment.

More Information concerning General Practice Guidelines and Rules

(times and places subject to change)

Special Practice Considerations:
October 25 (Fri)	No Practice - Intra-squad Meet
November 27-28 (Thu-Fri)	No Practice - Thanksgiving Holiday
December 24-26 (Wed-Fri)	No Practice - Christmas Holiday
December 29-30 (Mon-Tue)	All groups will practice at normal times. All practices at YMCA, no practices at MHS!
December 31 (Mon)	No practice - New Year's Eve
January 1 (Tue)	No practice - New Year's Day
January 2 (Fri)	All groups will practice at normal times. No practices at MHS!
February 20	Last regular Practice
February 23 - 26 (Mon-Thu)	Practice for District-bound swimmers (group times may be different)
February 27	No Practice - Night prior to district meet
March 2-March 5	Practice for State-bound swimmers (group times may be different)
March 6	No Practice - Night prior to state meet
March 9 and after	Practice for National-bound swimmers (group times may be different)

Ages 13 & Over

Monday	3:30 pm to 5:15 pm	YMCA
Tuesday	6:00 pm to 8:00 pm	MHS
Wednesday	3:30 pm to 5:15 pm	YMCA
Thursday	6:00 pm to 8:00 pm	MHS
Friday	6:00 pm to 8:00 pm	YMCA

Ages 11-12

Monday	3:30 pm to 5:15 pm	YMCA
Tuesday	6:00 pm to 8:00 pm	MHS
Wednesday	3:30 pm to 5:15 pm	YMCA
Thursday	6:00 pm to 8:00 pm	MHS
Friday	6:00 pm to 8:00 pm	YMCA

Ages 9-10

Monday	3:30 pm to 5:15 pm	YMCA
Tuesday	6:30 pm to 8:00 pm	MHS
Wednesday	3:30 pm to 5:15 pm	YMCA
Thursday	6:30 pm to 8:00 pm	MHS
Friday	6:30 pm to 8:00 pm	YMCA

Ages 7-8

Monday	3:30 pm to 5:00 pm	YMCA
Tuesday	6:00 pm to 7:15 pm	YMCA
Wednesday	3:30 pm to 5:00 pm	YMCA
Thursday	6:00 pm to 7:15 pm	YMCA
Friday	No Practice	YMCA

Ages 6 & Under

Monday	3:30 pm to 5:00 pm	YMCA
Tuesday	6:00 pm to 7:15 pm	YMCA
Wednesday	3:30 pm to 5:00 pm	YMCA
Thursday	6:00 pm to 7:15 pm	YMCA
Friday	No Practice	YMCA

These are the current group placements. The coaches may make exceptions if they feel the swimmer will benefit more by placing them in a practice group that is different than their own age group. If you have any questions or concerns with your child's group placement, please do not hesitate to contact the coaches.

Last Updated 08/18/08