No worries, we are fully equipped to accommodate all skill levels. As long as your child is comfortable swimming in the deep end of the pool – we can teach them various techniques such as jumping, diving, and twisting.
For your first lesson, please bring a swimsuit and two towels. We may engage in running or dryland exercises, so it's advisable to wear running or athletic shoes. A soft towel is beneficial for stretching during our warm-up. In colder months, some divers prefer to wear a wetsuit for added warmth.
Yes, we do participate in diving activities during cold weather and rain. For those particularly chilly sessions, we provide hot showers and heated buckets to ensure comfort. However, please be aware that we do not dive in the presence of lightning.
No, sorry, no refunds are available.
No, you are responsible for canceling your membership. If you encounter any difficulties, we are here to assist you.
Any diver choosing to leave the team will need to provide cancellation in writing via email 15 days prior to the month of cancellation. Any notice received after the 15th will be charged for the following month. All past due fees must be brought current prior to departure or the account will be sent to collections.
Readiness is more crucial than age when it comes to diving. This readiness encompasses a child's confidence in deep water, their enjoyment of jumping from diving boards, and their willingness to explore new experiences. We have successfully coached children as young as 5 and have also worked with former gymnasts up to the age of 15. The optimal age range for diving is typically between 6 and 10 years old, as evidenced by the AAU and USA Diving competitions, where the youngest category is for those aged 9 and under. During our complimentary Free Try-Out session, we will perform an initial assessment and share our observations with the parents.
Every participant is required to have an active membership number from both United States Diving and the AAU on record. These organizations provide substantial insurance coverage for individual divers and diving clubs during both practice sessions and competitions across the nation.
Yes. To obtain a prorated rate for the first month, please reach out to the Head Coach directly.
Yes. New divers interested in joining our community can enjoy one or two complimentary trial days to see if diving is the right fit for them. To schedule a suitable day and time, please visit our Book Trial page.
We strongly encourage divers to seize every opportunity for competitive experience when invited. These competitions not only allow athletes to cultivate a competitive mindset but also help them build their reputation and forge new friendships.
The key elements that affect a judge's score during a dive include the approach, take-off, height and execution of the dive, distance from the board, the diver's form, and the entry into the water.
Form is a combination of overall tidiness and beauty of the dive such as pointed toes, legs staying together, hyperextended knees and shoulders, the elimination of unnecessary angles such as bent knees, elbows, or fingers, and the elimination of unnecessary movement – some dives should include a pose, a perfect stillness for the eye to enjoy. Other things include straight lines like not having an arched back, the cadence or tempo of a dive, and the tightness and angle of the entry. The ultimate entry is called a rip entry and has a certain sound to it like a quick blast of air.
Yes, parents are permitted to observe from the designated bleachers outside the pool area. However, access to the deck is restricted, and parents are not allowed on it.
Yes, team apparel, including the team suit and t-shirt, is mandatory for all competitions, except for High School and Intro diving events.
If your child is unwell, we do provide opportunities for makeup sessions, but these must be completed within the same month. Unfortunately, they cannot be carried over to the following month.
Once you have completed your registration, the next step is to download the Stack Team App, available on both the App Store and Google Play. This app will allow you to stay connected with our team while on the move. After downloading, simply register and search for "ADTeam" to access our platform. It is designed to be user-friendly and will be our main communication tool.