WHAT IS RMT Swimming (RMT)?
RMT Swimming is a competitive swimming team affiliated with USA Swimming that employs a staff of highly skilled, certified professional coaches to offer programs for swimmers of all ages and levels of development, from the five-year-old beginner to the Olympic medalist. RMT is a co-ed swim team open to the public; swimmers join from various schools all over the area.
WHAT IS THE MISSION OF RMT Swimming?
The mission of the RMT Swimming is to provide opportunity and encouragement for each of its swimmers to fully develop his or her potential in competitive swimming. The value of this mission is derived from the gradual acquisition of life enhancing attributes such as integrity, commitment, teamwork, time management and sportsmanship, which are fundamental to the pursuit of personal excellence and to the process of striving to “Be The Best That You Can Be.”
WHAT ARE THE FEES AND COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH MEMBERSHIP?
Other associated costs include USA Swimming registration; meet entry fees, travel expenses, team uniform, and training equipment. These expenses are minimal for beginners. There is no fundraising requirement, but it is encouraged; also parent participation is strongly encouraged.
WHY SHOULD I JOIN THE Rocky Mountain Thunder Swim TEAM?
* Tradition of Excellence: RMT was established in 2003, although we have been a small team, we have a tradition of excellence. In 2005 we placed 26 in the state at JO’s, had had swimmers place in the top 3 in events. With only four swimmers we beat teams 10 times our size. We are the fastest growing team in Colorado.
* Developmental Emphasis: The focus is on personal development within the framework of a strong team orientation. All levels of the developmental process are considered to be equally important, regardless of age or ability.
* Professional Staff: RMT is committed to providing its swimmers with a staff of highly skilled and qualified coaches.
* Excellent Facilities: RMT is provided with a state-of-the-art pool, 25 yard 8 lane pool, which was rated the #1 pool in Denver (and surrounding areas) by Westword Magazine. a weight room, meeting rooms, basketball courts, grass playing fields.
* Educational and Travel Opportunities: Depending on the level of development, travel within the state and throughout North and South America may be available to our swimmers for competition, clinics, training camps, etc.
* Social Activities: Awards banquets, barbecues, picnics, recreational outings, etc.
* Family Environment: Wheat Ridge Recreation Center’s unique facilities and RMT’s program philosophy are very conducive to family participation. Parents and siblings are considered to be an important part of the RMT “family.”
HOW CAN I GET MORE INFORMATION ABOUT RMT SWIMMING?
* Visit the call Coach Brent at: 720.280.8946
* Stop in for a visit at Wheat Ridge Recreation Center 4005 Kipling Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
HOW IS THE PROGRAM STRUCTURED?
RMT Swimming's program is designed to enable each of its swimmers to systematically progress from the beginning to the elite level of performance by establishing clearly defined priorities, training plans, and performance standards for each level of instruction. Training groups are organized so that all of the swimmers in a particular group will be compatible with respect to age, training ability, and commitment levels.
The emphasis in the early stages of development is placed on skill and attitude development. As the swimmers progress, a more demanding physical and psychological challenge is gradually introduced. The commitment level ranges from approximately two hours per week for the young beginner to “whatever it takes” for the aspiring Olympian. Although participation through all of the levels of instruction is the goal for every swimmer, each level will provide a valuable and rewarding experience in its own right.
WHAT IF I AM NOT SURE THAT I AM QUALIFIED OR READY TO JOIN?
After a brief conversation, the RMT coaches will be pleased to place new swimmers in the most appropriate training group for a free try out.
For more information about the program structure, please call the Coach Brent at: 720.280.8946 or email at: rmtswimming@gmail.com
