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Home of the Aqua Ducks
Redding Swim Team
P.O. Box 992112
Redding, CA 96099-2112
Phone Number: (530) 246-2666
Office email:
Team Website: www.reddingswimteam.com
Mark’s email:
WELCOME SWIMMERS AND PARENTS
The Redding Swim Team invites you to join our swimming family. The Redding Swim Team is one of 53 teams in Northern California, and is a member of United States Swimming, a national organization with over 750,000 athletes across the country.
Serving Shasta County since 1952, our swim team provides four programs: Redding Aqua Ducks (RAD), Swim America, Redding Summer Ducks, and Redding Adult Swimming. These programs are instructional and educational for people of all ages. Swimmers learn proper swimming techniques, importance of physical fitness, and the rewards of commitment.
The objective of the Redding Swim Team is to provide physical, emotional and social growth of swimmers through training and competition. Swimmers learn the value of hard work and the importance of good sportsmanship. The RAD coaching staff provides an atmosphere where each individual swimmer has the opportunity to reach their full potential by instilling a sense of confidence and self-esteem.
ABOVE ALL, RAD SWIMMERS LEARN THAT COMPETITIVE SWIMMING IS FUN!
MARK WAGNER: HEAD COACH
Mark serves as the Head Coach and the Chief Executive Officer for the Redding Swim Team. Mark works with the Platinum and National swimmers. He is a former College All-American Swimmer who has been coaching since 1985. He has coached all levels of swimming in the areas of recreational, high school and U.S.A. swim teams before coming to Redding in September of 1996. In 2005, Mark was also selected to be the Shasta College Head Swim Coach.
In addition, the American Swimming Coaches Association certifies Mark as a level 4 coach. His certification places him in the top 5% in the nation. Since that time, our Team has set over 100 new team records and has qualified swimmers for the Age Group Western Zone Meet, Junior Nationals, and Senior Nationals. Mark also serves on the Board of Directors of Sierra Nevada Swimming.
MIKE BARKER: ASSISTANT COACH
Mike works with the Gold and Silver swimmers as well as coaching Masters. Mike was a competitive swimmer with this team from 82-86 and also from 94-96. He has a passion for competitive swimming that he likes to bring to the pool deck. He also coached Enterprise HS for two years, the Head Coach of the Humboldt Swim Team and has coached in Sacramento for the Spare Time Aquatics. He has been coaching in California since 1995. He loves coaching all ages of swimmers.
BETH HEIBEL: ASSISTANT COACH
Beth works with the Silver and Bronze swimmers as well as the Summer Ducks. Beth grew up in San Diego where she swam in high school and junior college, was a lifeguard and taught swim lessons. She began her coaching career as a Foothill HS coach from 2001-2005. Beth joined the Redding Swim Team in 2001 as the Age Group Assistant and was named Novice Head Coach in January 2006. Her forte and love is teaching new swimmers. Beth is a member of the American Swimming Coaches Association and is a certified Level 2 Coach. She is a graduate of San Diego State University with a B.A. in Physical Education with a teaching option.
JEANETTE REITAN: ASSISTANT COACH
Jeanette works with the Green group and as director of Swim America. Jeanette grew up in the San Francisco Bay area where she taught swimming lessons and lifeguarded. She swam for her high school team as well as year around with Santa Clara Swim Club.Sheended up coaching for Santa Clara as the Masters’ coach, and assistant coach for AgeGroup and Seniors. She was also assistant coach fora summer only team. Jeanette has a B.S. degree in Equine Studies/Business Management, loves horses, and is passionate about teaching.
RAD’S TEAM STRUCTURE
The focus of the Redding Swim Team is the long-term development of each athlete. Our program covers swimmers from the very beginning levels of learning to swim to the elite athlete competing at the National level. Our groups overlap in age and ability to accommodate each swimmer’s need.
Swimmers are placed into groups based upon their desire, ability and age (maturity) as determined by the coach and the athlete.
The goal of the Redding Swim Team is to meet the needs of all swimmers and to ensure each participant receives the attention they deserve. The criteria for each level are as follows:
GREEN GROUPThis is our Learn to Swim program. Our goal is to develop confidence in the water so that your child can learn to swim quickly. It is a development school for participants. Swimmers in this group are 4 years of age and older. Coach to student ratio is typically 1 to 5.
BRONZE GROUP
This is an introductory group with an emphasis on stroke mechanics, turns and start techniques. At this level, concentration will be on the fundamentals of the four competitive strokes, and the enjoyment of swimming while improving swimming skills.
SILVER GROUP
This level’s emphasis is stroke skills, turns and start techniques. This group is an introduction to competitive swimming. The emphasis of this group is learning all four of the competitive strokes and turn techniques. Although competing in swim meets is not required, practices are designed to help the swimmers meet their competitive goals
GOLD TEAM
Swimmers should be proficient in all four competitive strokes, turns, and techniques. This group is for swimmers interested in preparing for competition, and who are willing and capable of handling progressive workouts. Stroke skills and interval training will be stressed for these swimmers. Swim meet participation is highly encouraged.
PLATINUM GROUP
This group is a stepping-stone for the National Team. Swimmers in this group focus on improving their competitive proficiency and performance. The emphasis is stroke skills and interval swim training. Swim meets are encouraged for these participants. This group focuses primarily on proper technique of the four competitive strokes, starts and turns, and improving skills and conditioning for the sport of swimming.
NATIONAL TEAM
This level requires a serious commitment to the sport of swimming. The emphasis will be on extensive training for a high level of competition. It is offered to swimmers who are willing and capable of handling progressive workouts. This group will participate in morning workouts and weekly weight room sessions.
MASTERS
This is a group of adults who are interested in swimming as part of their physical fitness program. We can meet the needs of the Tri Athlete or someone looking for low impact physical fitness. The staff will provide workouts for swimmers, or they can lap swim on their own. This group’s emphasis is on meeting the needs of its participants.
RAD’S GROUP PRE-REQUISITES AND GUIDELINES
The following guidelines are used by the RAD Coaching Staff when assigning a swimmer to a group. In order to provide a well-rounded program for all the participants we offer six swim levels. Green swimmers are learning to swim independently; Bronze swimmers are considered an introductory group; Silver swimmers are in a transitional group preparing them for the Gold Team. Gold swimmers are working on advanced training. The Platinum Group is a group for kids that play other sports and/or a transitional group for the National Team. The National Team swimmers are the top group of the Redding Swim Team. Swimmers are placed into groups based upon their desire, ability and age (maturity). Each child will be placed into the group that best suits their ability as determined by the coach and the athlete.
Pre-requisites and guidelines for each level are as follows:
GREEN GROUPMinimum age of 4
BRONZE GROUP
Minimum age of 5
Swim 50 yards of Freestyle
Swim 25 yards of Backstroke
SILVER GROUP
Minimum age of 8
Swim 100 yards of Freestyle
Swim 50 yards of Backstroke
Swim 25 yards of Breaststroke
GOLD TEAM
Minimum age of 10
Swim 200 Individual Medley
TEST SET: 6 X 100 on 1:55
Swimmer need to provide own equipment
Attend Swimmer/Parent/Coach meetings
PLATINUM GROUP
Minimum age of 13
Swimmer needs to provide own equipment
Attend Swimmer/Parent/Coach meetings
NATIONAL TEAM
Minimum age of 13
TEST SETS: 20 X 100 freestyle on 1:25 and 8 X 200 IM on 3:20
Swimmer needs to provide own equipment
Attend Swimmer/Parent/Coach meetings
Sign a contact of commitment
MASTERS
Minimum age of 19
Individuals who are interested in swimming as part of their physical fitness program
MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION FORM
REDDING SWIM TEAM
Child’s Name DOB / /
Last First MI
Address City State Zip
Parents/Guardians Name
Home phone Work phone Cell phone
E-Mail Address
Emergency Contact Phone
Emergency Contact Phone
Name of Insurance Carrier: Address:
Phone Policy Number
Family Physician Phone
All information will remain confidential.
Does this athlete have any allergies? Bee stings, medications, etc.?
Is this athlete taking any medication? Yes/No (if yes, please list medication)
Do you feel this athlete is physically able to stand the rigors of swimming?
Redding Swim Team Waiver
I hereby agree for myself, my child, my heirs, executors and administrators, to indemnify, defend and hold the Redding Swim Team and it’s officers, directors, board members, employees, volunteers, agents, independent contractors and other participants in the program, harmless from any and all liability and claims with the respect to any bodily injury, personal injury including death, or property damage which may occur to myself or my child or which may be aggravated by participating in a Redding Swim Team program. I take full responsibility for my welfare and safety, and that of my minor child, during Redding Swim Team activities and know that activities should only be engaged in by those in good health and that I should consult a physician before enrolling in a Redding Swim Team program. I understand the Redding Swim Team carries no medical insurance, and it is expected that I have health insurance to cover any injuries or losses. In case of accident or illness, the Redding Swim Team has permission to secure the necessary medical attention if unable to contact me or if I am unable to give conscious permission. I, individually, and on behalf of any minor child, hereby release the Redding Swim Team from any claim whatsoever which may arise as a result of any first aid treatment or assistance provided to me in connection with any injury that arises from participating in a Redding Swim Team activity. I consent to be photographed and to allow the Redding Swim team to use photos taken of me and/or my minor for promotional purposes. This form is valid September 1, 2011 to December 31, 2012.
Date:
Signature of Parent or Guardian
Return this form to the RAD Mail Box
BECOMING A MEMBER
The team application packet must be completed and all fees paid before a swimmer may enter the water. The application packet includes basic team information, Team Registration, Emergency Card, U.S.A., or U.S.M.S., Registration Forms and Volunteer Form. Please read all information. These forms also must be completed annually.
Our swimming program is the best-priced value in Redding’s sports community. To keep dues and fees at a minimum, parents and swimmers are expected to participate in all team functions. Parent’s support is extremely important to the stability of our program.
FINANCIAL AGREEMENT:
The Redding Swim Team policy regarding monthly dues and registration is explained below.
1. Checks should be made payable to Redding Swim Team, and should include the swimmers name and month of participation.
2. If the swimmer attends one or more practices or a swim meet in a given month, dues are payable for that month. Dues are not pro-rated.
3. Monthly dues are payable by the 10th of each month for each month that the swimmer participates. A $25.00 late fee may be assessed. Parents are encouraged to fill out and pay by Auto-Debit.
4. Dues that are not paid by the 1st of the following month after initial invoice will be assessed an additional $25.00 late fee.
5. A swimmer will be barred from swimming with the Team if dues are not received within 7 days after the late notification has been sent.
6. Dues that are not paid within 45 days of initial invoice will be sent to collections.
7. Dues for swimmers participating on a high school swim team will be reduced for the period of time they are with that team.
8. Returned checks will be subject to $25.00 NSF charges.
9. If a swimmer is unable to participate in a given month, parents must notify the office by email or phone or change the child's status on the website to SUSPEND by the 10th the month. If this is not done by the first of the month the account will be charged the monthly dues fee. If the parent fails to properly notify the Team Office the family will still be responsible for the full payment that month.
10. Families requiring financial assistance should direct their questions to the Head Coach. He can be reached at the office number (530) 246-2666.
11. All participants must register with USA or USMS, prior to swimming. USA/USMS is a secondary insurance policy for the participant, Redding Swim Team, and Shasta Community College, and the City of Redding.
MONTHLY DUES: DUES
Green $ 40.00
Bronze $ 60.00
Silver $ 70.00
Gold $ 80.00
Platinum $ 90.00
National $110.00
Masters (Adults) $ 45.00
Maximum Family Rate $ 230.00
U.S.A. REGISTRATION: $ 75.00 Team and Ind. insurance.
U.S.M.S. ADULTS REGISTRATION: $ 44.00 Team and Ind. insurance.
U.S.A. REGISTRATION (May- Sept.): $ 47.00 Team and Ind. insurance.
MEMBERSHIP FEE and SERVICE HOURS:
In addition to the monthly dues, an annual Membership Fee of $100.00 per family is also required. This fee helps to offset the operating costs of the Team, and minimizes the need for numerous fundraisers each year. The annual Family Membership fee due date is June 1st. Families joining before June 1st will receive a pro-rated Family Membership fee in the second month.