The Developmental Program consists of two (2) groups: Piranhas and Barracudas.  There are multiple session offerings from early September through May.  The main sessions help swimmers develop solid and efficient stroke technique. We also work on water safety, and starts and turns. Each session culminates with a FUN time trial event. This event not only inspires our swimmers, but also helps coaches determine group placement for the next session.  

The Development Program is aimed at preparing the swimmers to transition into the Varsity program.  Any swimmers older than 10 years old as of the start of a given session are expected to have the skills to enter the Varsity program, and therefore must register for an evaluation for the Varsity program.

When possible, we offer ancillary sessions, such as Clinics and Small Group Lessons. The Developmental Groups do not participate in US/SAL meets, but there is an advancement pathway to the Varsity Program if competition is a goal.  Advancement from one group to another is based upon age, times and ability. The most important aspect about our program is FUN! 

Registration Information

• Development Registration 
  • If your athlete feels they should be in a higher group, you are welcome to evaluation night to challenge for the higher group. Please register for your swimmer's current group and we will adjust the final placement in our system if/as needed. 
  • If over the age of 10 please select the "Swimmer Tryout" registration option.  Following tryouts, you will be notified of your swimmer's placement and timing for group start dates and session dues will be communicated. Swimmers will not be permitted to start practice until they are registered to a training group and have paid their fees.
  • Session 1 runs Sept 14 - Dec 8 (off week of Thanksgiving).
  • Session 2 runs Jan 22 - Mar 23 (off weekend of Feb 15th).
    • ​Barracuda registration fees for Session 2 are $650 and will have 3 practices per week.
    • Piranha registration fees for Session 2 is $480 and will have 2 practices per week.
  • Session 3 runs April - May.

New swimmer evaluation - Saturday 1/11 @ 11:30 -1:30 PM

Group Descriptions: 

PIRANHAS 

All swimmers will need a suit, cap, goggles, kickboard and long fins.  Swimmers can bring a water bottle as desired.

Fins and kickboard are required for all our swimmers; please visit our team store here.  Visit Toad Hollow Athletics to try on fins prior to purchase and receive assistance with sizes.