I’m trying out for my middle schools swimming team if it helps i live in north-east Florida. They’re in two weeks and I really have NOOOO idea what to expect… Please and thank you!
When I tried out for my middle school swim team, they had me do basic stuff. At first, they tested my endurance, and had everyone swim freestyle in they’re own lane as long as they could. Then they just had us swim like a normal practice would be like, doing all the strokes, kicking, and pulling. They just observe you and it’s really no big deal.
Try-outs don’t influence much in middle school teams, because they don’t really discriminate against the not-so-talented swimmers at such a young age. Don’t stress too much! Just make sure you’re ready and healthy when they come (:
March 14th, 2010 at 7:31 am
When I tried out for my middle school swim team, they had me do basic stuff. At first, they tested my endurance, and had everyone swim freestyle in they’re own lane as long as they could. Then they just had us swim like a normal practice would be like, doing all the strokes, kicking, and pulling. They just observe you and it’s really no big deal.
Try-outs don’t influence much in middle school teams, because they don’t really discriminate against the not-so-talented swimmers at such a young age. Don’t stress too much! Just make sure you’re ready and healthy when they come (:
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March 14th, 2010 at 8:05 am
I would figure they would have you do a short land workout to test your muscles and if you make the team, that would be the start of strength training. The coaches would likely have you do starts and turns to see your skill level, and then just overall swimming. Maybe endurance in all 4 strokes, and sprints from starts at various distances (25 yards, 50 yards, 200 yards etc.). Also the coaches might test your endurance by treading water (we had to) and your lung strength (i.e. under waters).
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March 14th, 2010 at 8:38 am
You will see someone very good but don’t worry just do what feels comfortable to you.
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