For the Fall/Winter Season of 2008-09
New swimmers will start on Sept. 8th - 6pm at Stagg H.S.  Returning HWSA swimmers will start Sept. 15th, just practice schedule for times.

Fees for the 2008-09 Fall/Winter Season: - flyer for the Fall/Winter season
Fees:	Costs:	Discounts:	Documents & Forms:
Coaching Fee per swimmer           (explanation of groups)	$375 for Group 1 swimmers       $400 for Group 2 swimmers       $450 for Group 3 & 4 swimmers	$25.00 off per additional sibling	Fall/Winter Season Flyer
USS Card (what is this)	$60.00 (covers summer season also)		Will be available on new website & at the pool.
Out of District fee	$25.00 (per family, not per swimmer)		Medical Form
Coaching Fee per High School swimmer	$150.00
Family Volunteer Fee (what is this)	$100.00 (per family)
Fundraiser Fee	$100.00 (per family)
Escrow initial amount (what is this)	$100.00 per family.  All swimmers 7 years & older must deposit in to the escrow account.	Credit Card & PayPal will also be offered this season as form of payment

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Group Breakdowns
Group 1:   This group consists of experienced 8 year olds and under plus our new 9 year olds and under.  In this group the focus of each swimmer will be develop a flutter and fly kick.  The development of the freestyle stroke and backstroke will be the first strokes focused on.  Once swimmers in this group has shown they can swim each stroke legally and with strength, they will then be taught the basics of the breaststroke and butterfly stroke. Group 1 workouts last typically for 45 minutes.
Criteria for being in this Group:
     Be at least 5 years old.
     Be able to swim 25 yards freestyle and backstroke with good form. (new swimmers will be taught)
     Must want to swim in the group and be part of RST.
     Do your best to make every practice.
     Have a positive attitude at all times and listen to coaches.

Group 2:  This group consists of 2 types of swimmers: 1. New 10 year olds and over on the team.   2. A mid-range ability group between 9-13 years of age, could possible place very strong 8 years in this group. Emphasis is placed on stroke technique, and maintenance for the older swimmer. Group 2 workouts last typically for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Criteria for being in this Group:
     Be able to swim freestyle and backstroke with good form. (new swimmers will be taught)
     Be able to swim some breaststroke and butterfly (have the general idea, new swimmers will be taught).
     Know how to use the pace clock. (new swimmers will be taught)
     Be able to dive into the pool (able to do a start in a meet, new swimmers will be taught).
     Be able to swim and kick 300 yards without stopping. (new swimmers will be taught)
     Commit to coming to at least 3 out of the 5 workouts that are offered per week.
     Must want to swim in the group and have a positive attitude.
     Must be able to attend over 50% of all dual meets scheduled.
     Returning swimmers must attend 3 USS meets. 

Group 3:  A mid-range ability group about 9-12 years of age, whose emphasis is on stroke technique, flexibility, and endurance training.  The goals of this group would be to achieve Illinois Age-Group Champs cuts.  Group 3 workouts last typically for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Criteria for being in Group:
     Be able to do all four strokes.
     Be able to do a start from the blocks.
     Have 2 A 10-Under times if you are 10 and under.
     Have 2 B and 1 A 11-12 times if you are 11-12 years old.
     Have 1 B 13-14 time if you are 13 years old and up.
     Know how to use the pace clock.
     Swim in at least one USS meet per month.
     Must want to swim in the group and have a positive attitude.

Group 4:  Includes swimmers between 11 & over years of age whose goals are to swim in the Age-Group Champ Meet, Illinois Senior Meet, Junior/Senior Nationals, and High School championships. Emphasis is placed on stroke technique, and a major commitment to training with an intensity that allows them the best chance for success at the higher levels of swimming. Seniors participate in both dryland and swim workouts; total time involved averages between 1 hour & 45 minutes to 2 hours and 30 minutes per workout.
Criteria for being in Group:
     Know all four strokes.
     Be able to swim 1000 yards in under 15 minutes.
     Know how to use the pace clock.
     Swim in at least one USS meet per month.
     Have a desire to train hard and to do what it takes to be the best you can be.
     Must want to be in the group and have a positive attitude.

Escrow Accounts:
ESCROW and MEET ENTRIES . The team will have an escrow account which will be used for your USS meet entry fees (there are no dual meet fees) . When your escrow account falls below a certain level, you will be notified as such or will receive a bill for additional meet entries owed. This money belongs to you, and any unused portion will be credited towards next season, or returned to you should you leave the team.  You can pay by credit card through the teams PayPal account on the link above.  To start the Escrow account the initial deposit will be $100.00 per swimmer in your family that will be participating in USS meets throughout the season.