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Gold A

12 times per week
361.50 / month

or

3,615.00 / session

Fees and discounts
Starting: September 16, 2026
Ending: August 30, 2027
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CATS : Gold A

Gold A is the highest level of training within the Orillia Channel Cats. Designed for high performance, dedicated athletes, Gold A prepares swimmers for success at provincial, national, and post-secondary levels. Running from September through June/July, this program requires a full-season commitment.

Swimmers in Gold A swim 8 times per week, supported by 4 dryland sessions.

Gold A swimmers are recommended to attend 10 – 12 meets per year.

Gold A practices feature advanced training sets that push athletes beyond their comfort zones while reinforcing the importance of quality over quantity. Swimmers also participate in regular dryland training, cross-training, and weight training to build strength, resilience, and overall athleticism.

A key focus of the Gold A group is long-term development. Athletes are encouraged to take ownership of their training through goal setting, accountability, and consistent effort. The ultimate goal is to prepare swimmers to continue their careers in post-secondary varsity programs, while maintaining a balanced approach that prevents burnout and fosters a lifelong love for the sport.

The Gold A program represents the peak of our competitive pathway, giving athletes the tools, training, and mindset to succeed at the highest levels of swimming and beyond.

Gold A Practice Schedule (Updated for 2026-2027):

*All practice times include a 15 minute activation period

Monday:

Dryland 6-7am ORC (Jonathan)
Pool 3:15 - 4:30pm

Tuesday:

Pool 5:45 - 7:15am
Pool 3:15 - 4:30pm

Wednesday:

Core on Deck 5:30 - 6:00am
Pool 6:00 - 7:15am
Dryland 6-7pm Movement Space

Thursday:

Pool 3:15 - 5:30pm

Friday:

Dryland 5:30 - 6:20am ORC (Mel)
Pool 6:30 - 7:15am
Pool 3:15 - 5:30pm

Saturday:

Pool 5:45 - 8:00am
Dryland 8:30 - 9:30am Movement Space

Gold B

4 times per week
256.50 / month

or

2,565.00 / session

Fees and discounts
Starting: September 16, 2026
Ending: August 30, 2027
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CATS : Gold B

Gold B is recommended for high school aged swimmers who wish to continue competitive swimming, but may be training rigorously in other sports, and/or looking to stay active in swimming without the demands of high performance training.

Gold B swimmers are offered 4 practices per week in the pool.

Swimmers in Gold B may opt to remain competitive, attending some meets, or they may choose to discontinue going to meets.

Gold B practices may share many of the same components of the advanced training sets that swimmers have come to know in their competitive swimming careers, but they will be met with the goal of continuing swimming fitness and strength, aiming for a lifelong love of the sport and ability to swim well, with excellent technique.

Gold B Practice Schedule (New for 2026-2027)

*All practice times include a 15 minute activation period

Monday: 3:15 – 4:30 pm (pool)
Tuesday: 3:15 – 4:30 pm (pool)
Wednesday: OFF
Thursday: 3:15 – 4:30 pm (Pool)
Friday: OFF
Saturday: 6:45 – 8:00 am (Pool)

Silver

10 times per week
293.50 / month

or

2,935.00 / session

Fees and discounts
Starting: September 16, 2026
Ending: August 30, 2027
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CATS : Silver

Silver

The Silver program is a competitive training group designed for swimmers who are ready to take on more demanding practices and expand their racing experience. Running from September through June, this program requires a full-season commitment.

Swimmers in Silver train in the pool 7 times a week, supported by 3 dryland practices weekly.

Silver Swimmers are recommended to attend a minimum of 8 meets per year.

Practices introduce more challenging training sets that encourage athletes to push beyond their comfort zones, develop greater endurance and speed, and understand how dedication and commitment lead to improved performance.

Dryland training, goal setting, and learning to follow structured sets are key components of the program, helping swimmers become more accountable and independent in their training.

The Silver group builds resilience, discipline, and racing experience, preparing swimmers for the next stage of competitive development in Gold and beyond.

Practice Schedule (Updated for 2026-27)

Monday:

Pool 4:15 -5:30pm

Tuesday:

Pool 5:45 - 7:15am
Pool 4:15 - 5:30pm
Dryland 6-7pm Movement Space

Wednesday:

Pool 3:45 - 5:30pm

Thursday:

Dryland 5:30 - 6:20am ORC (Mel and Ariel)
Pool 6:30 - 7:15am

Friday:

Pool 3:15 - 5:30pm

Sat:

Pool 5:45 - 7:00am
Dryland 7:30 - 8:30am Movement Space

Bronze

5 times per week
218.00 / month

or

2,180.00 / session

Fees and discounts
Starting: September 16, 2026
Ending: August 30, 2027
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CATS : Bronze

Bronze

The Bronze program is the first step in learning how to train with purpose and transition into competitive racing. Running from September through June, this program requires a full-season commitment and prepares swimmers to handle the structure and demands of higher-level training.

Swimmers in this group swim 5 times per week, supported by 3 dryland practices.

Bronze swimmers are recommended to attend a minimum of 6 meets per year, building on opportunities to gain valuable racing experience.

The focus is on building endurance, developing speed, and refining technique, while also learning how to set goals, follow written sets, and incorporate dryland training to support strength and athletic development.

The Bronze group bridges the gap between skill development and competitive training, giving swimmers the tools, habits, and confidence they need to continue progressing toward higher performance levels.

Practice Schedule (Updated for 2026 – 2027):

*All practice times include a 15 min activation period

Monday: 3:45 – 5:30 pm (pool)
Tuesday: 3:45 – 4:30 pm (dryland on deck); 4:30 – 5:30 pm (pool)
Thursday: 4:15 – 5:20 pm (dryland); 5:30 – 6:30 pm (pool)
Friday: 3:45– 5:30 pm (time trial and skill development)
Saturday: 6:45 – 8:00 am (pool)

Sr Novice

4 times per week
190.90 / month

or

1,909.00 / session

Fees and discounts
Starting: September 16, 2026
Ending: August 30, 2027
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CATS : Sr Novice

Senior Novice

The Senior Novice program is where swimmers truly step into the world of competitive swimming. Running from September through June, this program requires a full-season commitment and prepares athletes for the demands of structured training and racing.

Swimmers in this group swim 4 times weekly, supported by 1 dryland practice.

Senior Novice swimmers are recommended to attend a minimum of 5 meets per year (3 Devo Meets + 2 others), giving them valuable competition experience.

The focus remains on proper technique first, before speed, ensuring that swimmers build a strong technical foundation while gradually increasing their endurance and intensity.

In addition to pool training, Senior Novice swimmers are introduced to dryland exercises to support strength, coordination, and athletic development. They also learn how to follow written sets on the board and are encouraged to push past their comfort zones—key steps in becoming a competitive athlete.

The Senior Novice group balances technical mastery with an introduction to competitive training habits, giving swimmers the skills, confidence, and mindset to succeed at the next level of their swimming journey.

Practice Schedule (Updated for 2026-2027):

*All practice times include a 15 minute activation period

Tuesday: 5:15 – 6:30 pm (pool)
Wednesday: 3:45 – 5:30 pm
Thursday: 4:15 – 5:30 pm (pool); 5:45 – 6:30 pm (dryland)
Friday: 3:45 – 5:30 pm

Jr Novice

2 times per week
149.20 / month

or

1,492.00 / session

Fees and discounts
Starting: September 16, 2026
Ending: August 30, 2027
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CATS : Jr Novice

Junior Novice

The Junior Novice group is the next step up from the Kittens program, designed for swimmers who are ready to build on their foundation. Practices take place twice a week in the Lap Pool:

Swimmers continue to develop all four competitive strokes, along with proper streamlining, diving, and flip turns. The focus shifts toward skill development and endurance, helping swimmers refine technique while gradually increasing their stamina in the water.

Junior Novice swimmers are recommended to attend a minimum of 1-3 Development Meets each season.

These development (Devo) meets are short, 2–3 hour competitions that offer a fun, low-pressure introduction to racing. These experiences give swimmers a taste of competition while reinforcing the importance of strong fundamentals.

Practice Schedule (Updated for 2026-2027):

*Practice times include a 15 minute activation period

Tuesdays: 5:15 – 6:30pm

Thursdays: 6:15 – 7:30pm

The Junior Novice program runs in three 10-week sessions throughout the year, providing a supportive environment for swimmers to grow at their own pace. All Junior Novice swimmers are registered as competitive members with Swim Canada, regardless of the number of sessions they attend.

Fall Session: October – December
Winter Session: January – March
Spring Session: April – June

This group balances fun, technique, and endurance while preparing swimmers for the next stages of competitive swimming.

Channel Kittens

2 times per week
115.60 / month

or

1,156.00 / session

Fees and discounts
Starting: September 16, 2026
Ending: August 30, 2027
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CATS : Channel Kittens

Channel Kittens

The Channel Kittens program is the perfect introduction to competitive swimming for our youngest athletes.

Practices run twice a week and include a 5 minute activation period before getting into the pool:

Group A: Mondays & Wednesdays, 4:25–5:00 pm
Group B: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4:25–5:00 pm

In this group, swimmers are introduced to all four competitive strokes, along with proper streamlining, diving, and flip turns. The emphasis is always on fun and technique—not speed or competition. Our philosophy is simple: swimmers should first learn how to perform each stroke correctly before moving into a competitive environment.

The Kittens program runs in three 10-week sessions throughout the year, providing just the right amount of structure for young swimmers to gain confidence and skills in a supportive, non-threatening environment.

Fall Session: October – December
Winter Session: January – March
Spring Session: April – June

This group is non-competitive, giving children the chance to fall in love with the sport while building a strong foundation for future swimming success.

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