New students
will be
instructed in basic skills, like forward and
backward take-offs, approach and hurdle, forward and backward entries.
All the dives and the skills thought are based on each individual
’s physical ability and understanding of the skill, to ensure
both a safe and fun atmosphere and to create a good learning experience
for all.
This level of diving is the first notable turning point in a diver’s career, and is designed to help the individual who is interested to prepare for competitive diving. A diver at this level possess all the basic skills learned in beginning lessons. At this level the diver will feel greater expectation from the coaches, as more time is required at the pool and dry-land training and conditioning begins.
In addition to the development of skills and ability, the divers self-confidence and pride in achievement become evident. Parents watch their children experience the incomparable excitement of being able to compete with their peers and make new friend in local U.S. Diving competitions.
As in Novice level, there are turning points and
stages of growth, such as character-builders as sacrifice (more time
spent training, greater physical and emotional demands, etc.), confronting fear, goal setting, experiencing the rewards of
accomplishmentconfronting fear, goal setting, experiencing the rewards of
accomplishment, becoming a role model and meeting new people
while traveling to compete at regional, zone and national competitions.This
level of diving is designed for the individual (18 years of age or
younger) who has successfully trained and competed well as a Novice,
and is now ready for the greater challenges and rewards of Junior
Olympic level diving.