SWIM TEAM
PRACTICE GROUPS
CHARACTER & QUALITY
Producing quality swimmers with strong character is part of our team culture. We emphasis not only competitive success, but also teaching sportsmanship and correct technique. At all levels we work with the whole athlete. We teach our swimmers how to be a good teammates though personal responsibility, fair play, and sportsmanship.
TEAM SUCCESS
Falfins has introduced thousands of children to the sport of swimming since 1963. The team has produced champions at the local, state, and national level. We have qualified swimmers for Olympic Trials, Nationals, Junior Nationals, Futures, Sectionals, Senior Zones, and Age Group Zones. Our developmental groups focus on technique to prepare our swimmers for competitive success in our upper level groups and as well as laying a strong foundation for swimming as a life-long sport.
DYNAMITES
Dynamites is a transition group that seamlessly moves swimmers from lessons to the team. Entry level swimmers must be able to swim 1/2 length of pool with freestyle and backstroke. Dynamites emphasizes body position, kicking, and side breathing. Swimmers may participate in local developmental meets when the coach has determined they are prepared for competition.
Practice: 3 times / week
DYNAMO 1
Dynamo 1s is the beginning level of the swim team. Swimmers entering Dynamo 1s must be able to swim one length of the pool using freestyle with side breathing and one length using backstroke. This level introduces athletes to all four competitive strokes, diving progression, and team skills. The Dynamo 1 group competes in optional local meets.
Practice: 4 times / week
DYNAMO 2
Dynamo 2 swimmers can swim three of the four competitive strokes legally. This squad understands freestyle and backstroke flip turns. The major focus is still stroke development, but swimmers at this level are introduced to training sets to build endurance and promote the ability to maintain stroke technique for the short competitive distances.
Dynamo 2 swimmers participate in Falfins hosted meets and larger front range meets. Practices are offered five times per week and swimmers are encouraged to attend at least two and may attend all five.
Practice: 5 sessions offered per week
BLUES
Blues swimmers have a basic command of the four competitive strokes. This group is the first level where swimmers are learning to make a commitment to year-round swimming. This squad continues concentrating on technique refinement and further aerobic conditioning.
Blues learn how to respond to challenging workouts with the help of positive coaching and support from teammates. This level is committed to competition on a monthly basis throughout the competitive season. Practices are offered five times per week and swimmers are encouraged to attend at least three practices but may attend all five.
Practice: 5 sessions offered per week
SILVERS
Silvers is Falfins’ highest age group squad. Swimmers range in age from 11-15 years. Practices include both dry land and water work. Athletes in this group are dedicated to the sport and are proficient in all four competitive strokes. Practices range from 3500 to 6000 yards.
Training includes a variety of sets designed to challenge the athlete and determine training paces and lane assignments. Swimmers at this level are expected to compete in meets and swim all events offered for their age group. Practices are offered five- six times per week and swimmers are expected to attend at least 80% of the offered practices.
Practice: 5-6 sessions offered per week
Senior 1
The Senior 1 group (formally High School Performance) is for athletes ages 13–18 who are either working toward advancement to the Senior 2 group or who have other commitments that impact the amount of time they can dedicate to swimming. Swimmers at all levels are welcome. Coaches work with each athlete to build an individualized training plan that reflects their goals and availability.Seniors are expected to be team mentors, and as such are expected to volunteer at one Falfins Series meet per year.
Practice: 5 sessions offered per week
SENIOR 2
The Senior 2 group is built for athletes who are already competitive at the state level and are working toward achieving Senior Zone qualifying times and beyond. This group serves as a stepping stone to our National Group, with swimmers showing the potential and drive to compete at higher levels.
Training focuses on refining advanced technique, building aerobic capacity, and developing the consistency and racing skills needed for success in championship meets. Practices are challenging and purposeful, with an emphasis on individual progress, goal-setting, and race execution.
Swimmers in Senior 2 are expected to attend regularly, especially during the high school season, and demonstrate a strong commitment to year-round training. Seniors are expected to be team mentors, and as such are expected to volunteer at one Falfins Series meet per year.
Practice: 5-7 sessions offered per week
NATIONAL
This group is designed for our highest performing athletes, those who have achieved Senior Zone qualifying times or faster. Swimmers in this group are focused on competing at the highest levels, including zone and national meets.
Practices are structured to challenge athletes both physically and mentally, helping them reach their full potential in the sport. Training includes six to nine sessions per week, including an extra morning practice that supports advanced skill work and aerobic development.
Swimmers in the National Group are expected to show a strong year-round commitment, including consistent attendance throughout the high school season. Seniors are expected to be team mentors, and as such are expected to volunteer at one Falfins Series meet per year.
Practice: 6-9 sessions offered per week
ADAPTIVE AQUATICS
The Adaptive Aquatics group is for Special/Paralympic athletes desiring to participate in group practices with their peers, advance their swimming skills, and/or compete at regional, state, and national events. This diverse group is led by Special Olympic and USA Swimming Certified coaches alongside volunteers and has a very high coach to swimmer ratio. Our goal is to provide a comfortable space for athletes to thrive. Many of our Adaptive athletes have moved on to train with other groups on the team.
Practice: 1-2 times / week
SUMMER SWIM TEAM
Summer Swim Team is a fun way to swim as part of a team, experience club swimming for the first time, or stay fit with your friends over summer break. Our experienced coaches follow the same philosophy as our year round groups-technique first. Summer swim practices in the mornings at Rampart High School or Wolf Ranch, and athletes have the opportunity to compete in a variety of meets over the course of the summer. A one-time fee covers team registration, t shirt, and practice fees. An additional USA Swimming registration fee is required.
Registration begins: April 1
Practice begins: June (8 weeks)
Practice: 5 times / week
MISSION
We take pride in developing world class kids in an environment of excellence.
We value fun, fitness, friendship, family, discipline, and individual and team success.
VALUES
PROMISE
We are committed to developing children to their highest potential both in and out of the water.
SEASON SCHEDULES
Reach out to falfinsswim@gmail.com for details.
Fall, Winter, & Spring Practice
Evenings at Wolf Ranch and Rampart High School
Summer Practice
Mornings and evenings at Wolf Ranch and Rampart High School