Our Policy
We engage in a multi-level competition program with
YMCA and United States Swimming that, attempts to provide challenging, yet
success-oriented competitive situations for swimmers of all ages and abilities.
The following policies outline our philosophy
1.We
emphasize competition with one's self. Winning ribbons, medals, or trophies is
not our main goal. Even if the swimmer finishes first, but has swum poorly in
comparison to his/her own past performances, he/she is encouraged to do better.
The individual's improvement is our primary objective
2. Sportsmanlike behavior is of equal importance to
improved performance. Respect for officials, congratulations to opponents
(other competitors), encouragement to teammates, determined effort, and mature
attitudes are examples of behaviors praised and rewarded by the Blue Ash YMCA
coaching staff.
3. A swimmer is praised for improving his/her stroke
or time. It is the coach's job to offer constructive criticism of a swimmer's
performance. It is the parent's responsibility to provide love and
encouragement that bolster the swimmer's confidence along the way.
4. Swimmers are taught to set realistic, yet
challenging goals for meets and use those goals to direct their training
efforts.
5. Swimmers are prepared and encouraged to compete in
all swimming events, distances, and strokes. This policy promotes versatility
and encourages the swimmers to explore their potential in the wide range of
events offered in competitive swimming. All swimmers are expected to swim in
swim meets for their ability level.