USA Swimming 2024-25

September 3, 2024 - May 17, 2025*

*Senior start date Aug. 26. Long Course Season will continue through the end of July.

The Sports Club is excited to begin our fourth year of USA Swimming. Our experienced coaching staff will provide age-specific, individualized training for all athletes with an emphasis on teamwork, sportsmanship and fun.

Mission

To inspire and empower swimmers to achieve excellence in sport and life through age-specific and appropriate training for all athletes. Through coaching geared towards challenging and developing each athlete to the best of their abilities, our competitive program - overseen by Boar’s Head Lead USA Coaches Lauren Gander, Erin Lawson, Lindsey Paulson, and Mike DiFazio - exemplifies the standards and values of the sport of swimming.

**Please note - Participants in all groups, including Mini Boarfish must be able to swim a complete 25-yard freestyle unassisted. Children should be comfortable floating and kicking on their back as well as their front. This program is not intended to replace swim lessons. If you are new to USA Swimming or unsure of your swimmer's current skill level, please reach out to one of our coaches. We want to find the best fit for your child(ren) and will happily arrange an individual evaluation.

Registration

In order to ensure a safe practice environment for all athletes, every participant must register via the link below. Once registered, please await a confirmation email. Our coaches will reach out to arrange specific practice times that work best for your family. Please read program descriptions thoroughly to make sure that your child is signed up for the correct program level. If you have questions, please reach out to one of the coaches listed above.

Billing

Monthly fees are processed on the first of each month to the swimmer's account. All swimmers are required to keep their account in good standing. Delinquent accounts more than 30 days past due may result in suspension.

Nonmembers must have a payment method on file prior to beginning practice. Payment information may be shared by calling the Sports Club at (434) 972-2235.

Prorated Months

December will be prorated at 50% for Mini Boarfish and Boarfish I.

March and May will also be prorated at 50% for all practice groups.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation must be submitted via email to NMurphy@boarsheadresort.com. To withdraw from the program completely, notification must be received by Monday, August 19 to receive a full refund.

We understand illnesses and injuries happen. A note from a physician is required to receive a 50% refund on any months a swimmer will not be participating. Physician’s notes should cover the entirety of the months missed. Physician's notes and notice of missed time due to injury or illness must be submitted to NMurphy@boarsheadresort.com.

For those swimmers who are choosing not to participate in the Winter (December-March), notification of cancellation must be received by Monday, November 11. If notification has not been received by this date, your account will continue to be charged on the 1st of each month.

For those swimmers who choose not to participate in the Spring (April and May), notification of cancellation must be received by Monday, March 10. If notification has not been received by this date, your account will continue to be charged on the 1st of each month.

Sibling Discount

A 10% sibling discount will be applied for each additional swimmer within the same family.

Referral Discount

A $100 credit will be applied to your family's account for every new swimmer who lists your swimmer's name as a referral on their registration form. Please reach out to NMurphy@boarsheadresort.com with questions.

BASS Registration Fee, USA Swimming Fees & Meet Information

The BASS registration fee is a one time fee of $125 for the entire 2024-2025 short course and long course season. This fee includes a BASS team t-shirt and 2 silicone caps printed with the swimmers last name. The yearly USA swimming fee will be charged in October for returning BASS swimmers. All new swimmers will need to set up an account with USA swimming and pay the required USA swimming fee. We will send out information on how to do this for new swimmers at the beginning of the season.

All programs certified via USA Swimming. The USA season runs from Sept. 2024 - Aug. 2025. Our competitive meet schedule will be announced shortly. District and State Championship meet (Age Group Champs, Senior Champs, etc.) dates and locations as well as some National level meets can be found at www.virginiaswimming.org.

Mini Boarfish (K-2nd Grade - Two practices per week)

Our entry level team group; introducing young athletes to the world of competitive swimming. Prior to registering for this group, swimmers must be able to swim a complete 25 yd freestyle unassisted. Children should be comfortable floating and kicking on their back as well as their front. This program is not intended to replace swim lessons. Emphasis is placed on learning the basic fundamentals of competitive swimming and foundations of all four strokes. Swimmers will become familiar with what a typical swim team practice looks like, gain an understanding of general pool safety, learn how to be a good teammate, and most importantly make friends and have fun! Practices last 45 minutes and occur twice per week. Practice options are offered to meet your family's schedules.

Non-Member Monthly Fee: $195
Member Monthly Fee: $155

December will be prorated at 50% for Mini Boarfish and Boarfish I.
March and May will also be prorated at 50% for all practice groups.

Schedule
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday: 4:45 - 5:30 p.m.

Boarfish I (2nd - 4th Grade - Two practices per week)

Primarily consists of ages 7-10. Stroke progression, starts, turns and stroke technique will be a primary focus. Our coaching staff will lay the groundwork for teamwork, basic practice etiquette, and sportsmanship. Building confidence and creating friendships are two of our biggest goals for this group. Coaches will make sure this practice group has fun! Practices last 50 minutes and occur twice per week. Practice options are offered to meet your family’s schedule.

Non-Member Monthly Fee: $195
Member Monthly Fee: $155

December will be prorated at 50% for Mini Boarfish and Boarfish I.
March and May will also be prorated at 50% for all practice groups.

Schedule
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday: 4:30 - 5:20 p.m.

Boarfish II (4th-6th Grade – Two or three practices per week)

Predominantly made up of ages 9 - 11. This group builds upon the swimming skills learned in Boarfish I. Swimmers should be competent in all four strokes. Training will incorporate more advanced drills and intervals to increase overall proficiency. Further emphasis will be placed on stroke technique. Aerobic development and conditioning will be introduced at a basic level. Swimmers will be encouraged to attend practice consistently, and expectations will be increased at a developmentally appropriate rate for both attendance as well as intensity. Coaches will teach and expect participants to be safe and responsible swimmers in addition to making practice fun! Practices last 60 minutes and occur two or three times per week. Practice options are offered to meet your family’s schedule.

Non-Member Monthly Fee Two Days: $195
Non-Member Monthly Fee Three Days: $225
Member Monthly Fee Two Days: $155
Member Monthly Fee Three Days: $185

March and May will also be prorated at 50% for all practice groups.

Schedule
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Junior (Middle School – Up to four practices per week)

Primarily made up of ages 11 - 14 with an emphasis on stroke technique, aerobic endurance, racing strategies, and dryland training. Junior swimmers should be proficient in all four strokes. This group will also be expected to show a respectful and positive attitude at practice. Multi-sport athletes are openly welcomed, as practice schedules are flexible with morning and afternoon options. Swimming in the morning (if chosen) will condition your child to a future high school practice routine. Our coaches make it a priority to encourage a lifelong love for the sport. We currently provide a twice weekly morning option for those swimmers looking to continue year-round training, but who also require flexibility with scheduling. Swimmers are encouraged to attend their practices consistently and to show support for their teammates. We believe that this age group specifically needs positive role models as they transition to high school. Each practice lasts 90 minutes.

Non-Member Monthly Fee Up to Four Days: $235
Member Monthly Fee Up to Four Days: $195

March and May will also be prorated at 50% for all practice groups.

Schedule
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday: 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Pre-Senior (8th grade and above – up to 5 swim practices and 1-2 dryland practices per week)

Swimmers must be at least 13 years of age. This group trains with a focus on stroke technique, aerobic endurance, and increasingly more complex practice sets to build upon the skills they already possess. We introduce this group to a more rigorous training program in order to prepare them to compete at a higher level, if they so desire. Swimmers in this group will receive the additional coaching necessary to be competitive in both the USA as well as local high school programs. Coaches will occasionally combine this group with the Senior/National group for practice. This encourages team camaraderie and allows coaches to get to know more swimmers on a daily basis. Our coaches want your swimmer(s) to develop lasting friendships and will accommodate practice groups when possible so friends can swim together. Practice lasts 90 minutes to two hours, and swimmers are encouraged to attend an average of four practices per week. Many options are available in order to provide flexibility for multi-sporty athletes. We encourage our swimmers to participate in other activities they enjoy as well.

Non-Member Monthly Fee: $300
Member Monthly Fee: $250

March and May will also be prorated at 50% for all practice groups.

Schedule
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: 5:45 - 7:45 a.m.*
Saturday: 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday: 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Dryland: TBA

*Please let us know if your swimmer needs to leave earlier to get to school on time.

Senior/National (High School/Coaches Recommendation – 6 swim practices and 2-3 dryland practices per week)

Primarily consists of ages 16 and older swimmers (based on coaches recommendation) who have the ability, desire, and commitment to advance their competitive swimming career. Stroke technique remains a cornerstone. Emphasis is placed on leadership and community service, creating a positive environment for well-rounded young adults. Workouts are designed to challenge athletes to further develop technique, endurance, racing strategy, and mental fortitude with goals of qualifying as many swimmers as possible to state and national level meets. Our National group includes swimmers who compete at Futures, the U.S. Open, and Olympic Trials. Swimming in college is another main objective and assistance with the recruiting process is offered as well as obtaining USA Scholastic All American recognition. Practices last two hours and swimmers are expected to consistently commit to five or six practices per week plus two to three dryland practices. Our goal as coaches is to develop your swimmer from a holistic perspective - investing in social, academic, and athletic proficiency.

Non-Member Monthly Fee: $330
Member Monthly Fee: $275

March and May will also be prorated at 50% for all practice groups.

Schedule
Monday-Friday: 5:45 - 7:45 a.m.*
Saturday 7 - 9 a.m.
TBA: Dryland 5:40 - 6:30 p.m. and Saturday a.m.

*Please let us know if your swimmer needs to leave earlier to get to school on time.