This group is for those who have dedicated themselves to the sport. These athletes must be USA registered through New England Swimming. Competition begins in October and ends in March. Some may continue competing throughout the year. Permission of Head Coach is required for participation in the Gold and Gold Senior groups.

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 5:00–6:30

Friday 4:30-6:00

The Gold group is expected to practice 4 times per week. The Gold Senior group is required to attend 5 practices per week. Absences must be excused by the head coach. Participants must also have shown a history of dedication to the sport. Swimmers will be moved to the Silver group if the time commitment proves too rigorous. This group will be limited in size.

Practice requirements at certain times of the season will include Saturdays or Sundays when no meets are scheduled.

Attendance requirements may be satisfied through participation in an approved high school swim program and unlimited KYD practice participation is encouraged and welcomed during the athlete’s high school season. USA membership is required and swimmers in this group must register for and enter 75% of USA meets. The goal of this group is to qualify for and compete at New England Age Groups and YMCA New England Championships.