Our First 3 Levels of TTST Meet 2 x Weekly Monday - Thursday
Mini Marlins
Introduction to Swim Team
A non-competitive, seasonal swim team experience for novice swimmers who want to explore what it’s like to be part of a swim team—without the commitment of swim meets, volunteer hours, or annual team fees.
Target Age: 10 & Under first time ever trying a swim team.
โ A USA Swimming Seasonal or Flex Membership is required.
๐ฒ Cost: $300 per swimmer, per 6-week session
Session Dates:
- ๐ฌ Season 1: October 13th – November 20th, 2025
- ๐ฌ Season 2: April 6th - May 28th, 2026
Mini Marlins is the perfect first step to discover the fun, skills, and team spirit of swimming with TTST!
LTC - LEVEL 1
Introduction to Competitive Swimming
Building the core skills and confidence needed for early competition, in a fun and supportive environment.
Target Age: 10 & Under strong recreational swimmer might be their first time ever trying a swim team.
Monthly Dues: ๐ฒ**$170**
- LTC Level 1 – Intro to Competitive
- 2× weekly, ~40 min
- $170 per month
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โ A USA Swimming Seasonal or Flex Membership is required.
Key Skills Developed:
- โ Safe entry & circle swimming
- ๐ Streamline positions (5+)
- ๐จ Mastering 6 kicking positions
- ๐คฒ Basic sculling
- ๐ Legal turns for all strokes + I.M. transitions
- ๐โ๏ธ Technique drills for all strokes
- โฌ๏ธ Dives from deck/blocks & backstroke starts
LTC - LEVEL 2
Competitive Skill Development
Swimmers in this group are actively developing their racing skills and preparing for the next level. Meets are part of the season experience.
Target Age: 11 & over, plus advanced 10 & Under
Monthly Dues: ๐ฒ**$190*
- LTC Level 2 – Skill Development
- 2× weekly, ~50 min
- $190 per month
โ A USA Swimming Seasonal or Flex Membership is required.
Key Skills Developed:
- ๐คฒ Basic sculling
- ๐ Legal turns for all strokes + I.M. transitions
- ๐โ๏ธ Technique drills for all strokes
- โฌ๏ธ Dives from deck/blocks & backstroke starts
Same as LTC Level 1, with deeper levels of training and intensity. Practices are about 10 minutes longer than level 1.
Our Last 3 Levels of TTST Meet 5 x Weekly Monday - Friday
LTC - LEVEL 3
Pre-Senior Competitive Training
Entry Criteria:
- โ Swims all 4 strokes legally
- โ Attends 3+ practices/week
- โ Participates in at least 3 meets/year
Typical Age Range: 11–14
Monthly Dues: ๐ฒ**$260*
- LTC Level 3 – Pre-Senior Training
- 5× weekly, ~1 hr. 15 min
- $260 per month
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A USA Swimming Seasonal or Flex Membership is required.
Senior Team
Regional Competitive Focus
For athletes aiming to compete at the highest regional levels.
Requirements:
- โ 4+ meets per year
- โ 5 practices/week expected
- โ Strong communication of goals, schedule, and attendance
Targeted Time Standards:
- ๐ Sierra Nevada JR+ (local senior-level meets)
- ๐ Sierra Nevada SR+ (e.g., Summer Sanders Invitational)
- ๐ Western Zones (regional elite meets)
Focus Areas:
- Long-term development
- Competitive readiness
- Advanced training cycles and discipline
Typical Age Range: 13 - 18
Monthly Dues: ๐ฒ**$325*
- LTC Level 3 – Pre-Senior Training
- 5× weekly, ~1:50 min
- $325 per month
National Team
ELITE LEVEL COMPETITIVE FOCUS๏ปฟ
Our top-level group for swimmers competing or striving to compete at the national level.
Requirements:
- โ 5+ meets per year
- โ 5 practices/week required
- โ Full communication of goals and scheduling
Progressive Meet Goals:
- ๐น CA/NV Sectionals
- ๐น Futures Championships
- ๐น Winter Junior Nationals
- ๐น Summer Junior Nationals
- ๐น USA Swimming Summer Nationals
- ๐น U.S. Olympic Trials
Expectations:
- High performance and accountability
- Leadership in and out of the water
- Self-motivation and goal ownership
Typical Age Range: 15 - 18
Monthly Dues: ๐ฒ**$325*
- LTC Level 3 – Pre-Senior Training
- 5× weekly, ~1:50 min
- $325 per month
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Final Notes:
Both Senior and National Team athletes are expected to model professionalism, leadership, and team spirit. Their commitment sets the tone for the entire TTST program.
โฆฟ Club Communication Options and Best Response Hours
*cyrus@truckeeswim.org. Best times for email replies are Monday to Friday from 8am to 12:00 noon.
โฆฟ Team wide remind app messages: Remind App for Swim Team Members Announcements: class code b43ac83. Download app and add class code to sign up.
โฆฟ Web site – www.truckeeswim.com
- Look for “Between Two Kick Boards” You Tube Information Channel for Truckee Tahoe Swim Team!
โฆฟ E-mail: Head Coach Cyrus cyrus@truckeeswim.org
- Set up a meeting to discuss individual progression report on your swimmer. The best meeting times for Cyrus are from 5pm to 6pm on most weekdays when the team is at the pool.
- Go on leave of absence
- Ask questions about billing
โฆฟ Board of Directors - ttstbod@truckeeswim.org
โฆฟ All coaches - coaches@truckeeswim.org
โฆฟ TTST News and Emails to your email from - www.truckeeswim.com
โฆฟ Annual Meeting: TTST BBQ September 26th, 2024 @ Truckee Pool from 6pm
