MRC
The MAAC Racing Club
Our MRC practice group is for our most advanced swimmers who are fully committed to the sport of swimming. Our MRC swimmers plan on swimming in college and at the Junior and National and International levels. With this, our most challenging training group, our Coaches create an environment where swimmers work hard and learn personal growth, inside and outside of the pool. The MRC group and are challenged by fast intervals and more yardage.
Our training focus is on nuanced technical stroke instruction, focusing on pacing, race strategies and successfully completing a season plan, individualized for each swimmer. Dryland with MRC is focused and advanced, with strength training, cardio and movement focus.
MRC swimmers are required to compete in swim meets, local and travel meets, when available, as well as our annual training trip.
FAQ's:
- How many practices a week are required?
- We strongly encourage 6 practices per week; attendance should be at 95%
- How many total hours of training per week (typically)?
- On average, each practice is 120 minutes in length, plus dryland.
- What is the typical age of swimmers in MRC?
- 13-18 years old
- Will my swimmer participate in meets?
- Yes, meet participation is required.
- What are the pre-requisites for joining MRC?
- Coaches Approval (or evaluation)
- Complete 10x100 yard freestyle on a 1:15 interval
- Is equipment required?
- Yes. It can be purchased though our team store.
- Is there dryland training?
- Yes
- What are the fees?
- Annual Registration: $250
- Monthly Fee: $360
- Meet Fees: vary depending on the meet
