Junior Swim Program

DYNAMOS SWIM TRAINING 

7-19 yrs – FALL 2023 Registration Open

Team Atomica Dynamos swimming is quality, small group swim training with NATIONALLY CERTIFIED expert coaches offering 3 distinct SWIM training groups with tailored goals for both recreational and more serious young athletes and aspiring triathletes.  

 

Who trains with us?
  • Kids who love to swim
  • High/Primary school swim team members
  • Triathletes
  • Swimmers who don’t want to compete at club meets
  • Athletes who want to swim yet balance their schedule with other sports
  • Water enthusiasts(windsurfing, kayaking, boating, beaching)
  • Students training for Bronze Cross/NLS
Program Focus

Our experienced coaches provide personal attention and technical feedback to each young swimmer regardless of their speed.  Our coaches are passionate about developing each individual instead of identifying and developing talent for club performance.  Participants are not required to attend meets and caregivers are not asked to volunteer. Areas of focus include:

  • Stroke and technique development
  • Dives and turns
  • Speed and efficiency
  • Fun
Who are our Coaches?
We pride ourselves in the quality, experience and expertise of our coaches
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Nicole Van Beurden
  • National Coaching Certification Program: Triathlon Comp Level 2 & Swimming 101
  • Former Varsity Basketball, Varsity Track & Cross Country & Professional Triathlete
  • Coaching for over 15 years
  • University of Toronto Bachelor Kinesiology
Lucien Peron
  • Former competitive swimmer and former national club champion
  • National Coaching Certification: Swimming, Triathlon, Cross Country Skiing and Cycling (see NCCP accomplishments)
  • Coaching for over 10 years
Katie Allen
  • Former National level Synchronized Swimmer
  • National Coaching Certification: Sychronized swimming, Triathlon
  • Certified Yoga instructor
  • Toronto Metropolitan University Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performance Dance
  • Coaching for over 8 years
What your child receives
  • Expert coaches
  • Positive feedback and confidence
  • Individual attention
  • Free makeup swims
  • A fun swim meet on Dec 2nd (optional)
  • Team building lazer tag at Ezone date to be determined ($25+HST fee)
Required equipment
  • Goggles that fit,
  • a Swim Cap that fits
  • appropriate Swim Suit for training
  • Fins that fit – these are an incredibly important piece of equipment that helps swimmers acquire confidence and skill through drills and kick exercises.  Here is a sample of a basic set that is perfect for our purposes.  If your swimmer does not have them for the first week, it is not a problem.
  • Plastic Water Bottle (this is optional but if your swimmer wants to bring a water bottle on deck, it must be plastic – NO GLASS)

NOTE:  Coaches may recommend Paddles for older, more serious swimmers but these would be optional

 

PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

AGES 7 – 11 YRS

*minimum Level 3 LifeSaving Society required

Fun, technique and individual attention are emphasized in this TA Dynamo session.  Coaches will focus on individual attention and motivating swimmers as they learn how to train.  This program goes above regular swim lessons but without the time commitment of a club swim team. This is a great fit for youth thinking about trying out for one of the city’s competitive swim clubs in the future. Optional, friendly intra-club meet on Dec 2nd included with Fall session.
Fun Fact:  Swim training in the morning helps set your daily circadian rhythm and preps your brain for learning by challenging your vestibular system?

MONDAYS
Rosedale           7:15-8:00 AM     Sept 11 – Jan 22   $403.41 ($357+HST)
Coach Nic           NO SWIMS: Oct 9, Dec 25, Jan 1        FULL 

  • Adult Co-swim option:  Expertly coached Masters Swimming program available concurrently on Mondays at Rosedale for adults.  Details on our Fall Masters Swimming Page

SATURDAYS
Riverdale          Noon – 1 PM      Sept 16 – Jan 27   $397.76 ($352+HST)
Coach Nic         NO SWIMS: Oct 7, Dec 2, Dec 23, Dec 30

 

 

AGES 12 – 15 YRS

*must be able to swim 200m continuously and be comfortable with 2 of the 4 strokes

This Dynamo group offers morning, evening and weekend sessions and continues to focus on technical improvement while learning how to train. Coaches will help swimmers understand how to increase speed while building power and efficiency. Coaches understand and are empathetic to the physical and emotional changes this age group will go through and offer any needed adjustments or adaptations with continued positive reinforcement.
Fun Fact:  Did you know that some of the benefits of swim training in the evening include being able to finish homework before training and to be able to retain more muscle memory by sleeping soon after a training session?

TUESDAYS
Rosedale           7:00-8:00 AM     Sept 12 – Jan 23   $427.14 ($378+HST)
Coach Katie           NO SWIMS: Dec 26, Jan 2

THURSDAYS
Rosedale           7:00-8:00 AM     Sept 14 – Jan 25  $427.14 ($378+HST)
Coach Katie           NO SWIMS: Dec 28, Jan 3

  • Adult Co-swim option with above:  Expertly coached Masters Swimming program available concurrently on Tuesdays & Thursdays at Rosedale for adults.  Details on our Fall Masters Swimming Page

MONDAYS
Riverdale          8:00 – 9:00 PM      Sept 18 – Jan 22   $379.68 ($336+HST)
Coach Nic          NO SWIMS: Oct 9, Dec 25, Jan 1

WEDNESDAYS
Riverdale          8:00 – 9:00 PM      Sept 20 – Jan 24   $403.41 ($357+HST)
Coach Nic          NO SWIMS: Dec 27, Jan 3

SATURDAYS
Riverdale        Noon – 1 PM      Sept 16 – Jan 27        $397.76 ($352+HST)
Coach Nic & Katie      NO SWIMS: Oct 7, Dec 2, Dec 23, Dec 30

SUNDAYS
Pam McConnell         6:00 – 7:00 PM      Oct 15 – Jan 28   $348.04 ($308+HST)
Coach Nic & Lucien        NO SWIMS: Dec 24, Dec 31

 

 

AGES 16 – 19 YRS

*must be able to swim 400m continuously and be passionate about interval swim training

This Dynamo group is focused on developing aerobic base, speed and skill. These athletes are not required to race but will train like they intend to!
 

MONDAYS
Riverdale          8:00 – 9:00 PM      Sept 18 – Jan 22   $379.68 ($336+HST)
Coach Nic          NO SWIMS: Oct 9, Dec 25, Jan 1

WEDNESDAYS
Riverdale          8:00 – 9:00 PM      Sept 20 – Jan 24   $403.41 ($357+HST)
Coach Nic          NO SWIMS: Dec 27, Jan 3

SATURDAYS
Riverdale        Noon – 1 PM      Sept 16 – Jan 27        $397.76 ($352+HST)
Coach Nic & Katie      NO SWIMS: Oct 7, Dec 2, Dec 23, Dec 30

SUNDAYS
Pam McConnell          6:00 – 7:00 PM      Oct 15 – Jan 28   $348.04 ($308+HST)
Coach Nic & Lucien        NO SWIMS: Dec 24, Dec 31

 

2023 Junior Swimming Terms & Conditions
  • NO REFUNDS after a session starts.  In the case of a needed cancellation, CREDIT only minus applicable ADMIN FEE will be applied to your account
  • ADMIN FEE $25+HST applies to any Session Registration changes (ie. switching days, time, pool, cancellations, Injury Credit requests etc.)
  • MAKE-UP SWIMS can be made at any other age-appropriate Team Atomica swim workout* within 7 days before or after a missed swim (including for COVID-related reasons
  • INJURY in the case of an injury (or sickness) that keeps you out of the pool for more than 3 consecutive weeks, we will apply a credit (minus ADMIN FEE per Session) to your account for half of the missed swims and still hold your session spot for you provided you let us know at the time your injury has prevented you from swimming.  If you do not want your session spot(s) held for you, we will apply a full credit (minus ADMIN FEE per Session) to your account for any missed swims as of the day you request this option. Credits for Junior swims are applied at $20+HST per swim.
  • FORMS Waiver and Athlete Profile must be submitted annually and is valid April 1st-March 30th. Your registration is not complete with out them and if you swim in the Spring session, you will be required to complete an updated set by April 1st, 2023
  • FULL SESSION CANCELLATION if Team Atomica needs to cancel a session for any reason, a full refund for any remaining swims will be given
  • WEATHER & OTHER CANCELLATIONS OUT OF TEAM ATOMICA’S CONTROL (ie Labour Strikes, pool staff not showing up etc.) In the case of the first such cancellation within a Session, you will be provided with a 7-Day Make-up swim only at another Team Atomica available session.  In the case of further cancellations out of Team Atomica‘s control, Team Atomica reserves the right to provide a CREDIT only or Session extension as compensation.  In the case of an extended pool closure of 3+ weeks, REFUNDS will be Issued.
  • COACHES are subject to change

 

Team Atomica General Policies & Procedures
  • Anti-Harassment and Discrimination Policy
  • General Conduct Policy
  • Use of Likeness for Promotional Purposes

The above Policies have been updated as of January 11, 2023. Details can be found at: https://teamatomica.com/about-team-atomica/policy-and-procedures/