GPAC Swimming
2010 Summer Training Program
Dates: June 7-Aug 6
Summer swimming is a necessary step in the continued progression of each swimmer on the team. GPAC coaches always stress the continued development of each swimmer toward their highest personal level. This comes through continual training, emphasis on technique development, and competition.
Group Descriptions and Costs:
National ($500)*: Swimmers must be Sectional qualifiers to be in this group. The emphasis is on achievement at the highest level. Swimmers must attend 10 practices per week as well as required team swim meets. All new swimmers must meet with Head Coach Matt Sprang to enter this group. Coach: Matt Sprang
Elite Age Group (formerly Senior 2) ($350)*:Swimmers are focused on swimming at the highest level with GPAC. Other teams and activities are prioritized accordingly. Swimmers are focused on qualifying for Sectionals and beyond and should attend as many practices per week as possible. This group is by invitation only. Swimmers will also attend team swim meets. Coach: Matt Sprang
Senior 1 ($300): Swimmers in this group are at least heading into 8th grade in the fall. Swimmers in this group are also training for long course meets this summer. It is recommended that group members attend as many practices per week as possible. Coach: Dan Saia
Gold ($240): Swimmers from Gold 1 & 2 will combine into one group here. The focus is on more endurance based training to prepare for both Middle Atlantic Junior Olympics. Regular practice attendance and summer long course meets are recommended. Coaches: Ryan Hahn, George Kelly
Silver ($205): Swimmers will be introduced to more endurance based training and racing with a continued emphasis on proper stroke technique. It is recommended that swimmers attend 5 practices each week and participate in long course meets during the summer to gauge their progress. Coaches: Chris Dalsey & TBD
Bronze/Mini ($160): For our youngest team members we offer this three day of week which continues with the technique and training emphasized in the Bronze and Mini groups during the winter and spring. Meets will be available for swimmers in this group and participation is highly recommended. Coaches: Skyler Lindsey & TBD
Returning College Swimmers ($500): Swimmers will be placed in groups based on their ability as well as level of commitment. Cost includes USA Swimming registration.
*Note: Swimmers registered for National or Senior 2 during the 09-10 short course season are already registered for the summer program. No further payment or registration is required.
Practice Times: Practice groups will remain on their regular days and times until the majority of schools are done for the summer. Then practice times will be adjusted as follows.
National/Senior 1/Senior 2: Mon-Fri 6am to 9am; 4pm to 6pm; Sat 7am to 9am (no practices on Wednesday afternoon)
Gold: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm; Wed 4-5:30pm; Sat 7am to 8:30am
Silver:Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 6pm to 7:30pm; Wed 4-5:30 pm
Bronze/Mini: Mon, Tues, Thurs 11am to 12pm
PRACTICE ATTENDANCE: The National group is the only group with any kind of attendance requirement. The rest of the groups simply suggest as frequent practice attendance as possible.
TEAM ACTIVITIES: We will be planning a number of team activities throughout the Long Course season. Senior groups (National, Elite, and Senior 1) will participate in a team scavenger hunt. We are also planning a team beach day for July.
Payment: Payment can be made at once (by May 21st) or in two installments. The first installment (equal to half of the total amount due for your entire account) is due by Thursday, May 21st. The second installment is due by Friday, June 19th. FEES WILL NOT BE PRORATED AT ALL! Registering for the program requires full financial commitment to the program, regardless of the total number of practices attended. Payment can be made via check or added to your invoice and paid via credit card.
Assumption of Liability/Medical Release: All participants in the program must sign and return the medical release form found on our team website ( in the “Documents Section”. The forms must be completed in full and returned before swimmers will be able to participate in their first practice or competition.
ANY QUESTIONS?
Contact Matt Sprang, Team Owner and Head Coach
To Register:
Print out the attached form and mail to:
GPAC Summer Swimming
PO Box 293
Sewell, NJ 08080
Payment in the form of check or money order should be made out to Greater Philadelphia Aquatics.
Greater Philadelphia Aquatic Club
2010 Summer Registration Form
Last Name: ______
1st Swimmer’s Name and Middle Initial: ______
DOB: ______Practice Group: ______
2nd Swimmer’s Name and Middle Initial: ______
DOB: ______Practice Group: ______
3rd Swimmer’s Name and Middle Initial: ______
DOB: ______Practice Group: ______
Address: ______
City: ______State: ______Zip: ______
Mother’s Name/Cell Phone Number: ______
Father’s Name/Cell Phone Number: ______
Emergency Contact Name/Number: ______
Family Email Address: ______
Please fill out this form completely and mail with your payment to:
Greater Philadelphia Aquatics
Attn: Summer Program
PO Box 293
Sewell, NJ 08080