The Sharks
In the Mon Valley YMCA competitive swimming program
*Each swimmer receives
equal attention.
*Work is on basic skills and good physical fitness habits.
*Emphasis is placed on fair play and winning is kept in perspective.
*Swimmers are helped to set and evaluate individual goals.
*Work is with the whole person.
SPIRIT * MIND * BODY
SPIRIT We emphasize the team concept, the values of hard work for individual improvement, the values of fair play, the respect of one's self, one's teammates, one's competitors and the rules and officials under which we swim.
MIND We will work on the positive attitude necessary to enter competition. Individual and team goals will be set and evaluated. We strive for an improved self-image.
BODY We will work with swimmers at all skill levels, to help them achieve the health fitness level necessary for competition. We will work on the importance of fitness habits, such as proper warm-up, conditioning exercises, good nutrition, rest and physical self-awareness.
Swimmers may join anytime throughout the season. Age groups: 8 and younger; 9-10; 11-12; 13-14; 15-18. Boys against boys; girls against girls. Practice: 5:00-6:30 PM Monday-Friday. Swimmers may choose their daily practice.
We're not all work, work, work! Join in on the fun too. The
team holds a Christmas party, an award banquet and an annual sleepover.