2025-26 FRANCONIA (FR) PRACTICE SCHEDULE
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Please contact Coach Ryan Krogel for availability and general questions.
Program begins September 8, 2025

Franconia Coaching Staff

Barry Marlin, Ryan Krogel: mornings
Ryan Krogel:  afternoons

Program Description

• Age 13-18
• 11-month, high intensity aerobic training program designed to prepare swimmers to qualify for and compete in regional and national level competitions. 
• Swimmers are expected to train 6+ practices a week.  (Minimum of 5 required).
• Dry land training expected 3 x per week.  Plans are available upon request and encouraged.
• Participation in swim meets is required.
• Regular competition expected.
• Registration for this group requires coach approval.  

 Eligibility Requirements

Swimmer must be able to complete the following base level training sets for acceptance into the specified practice group. Base Ability Level is the primary consideration when accepting and placing swimmers into practice groups.

Note:  The M & W morning practices end at Spring Break each year.  Swimmers use GW or Chinquapin at that point.

Note:  MWF mornings may switch to Mt. Vernon Rec.  TBD?  

BASE ABILITY LEVEL TEST SETS

• 12 x 100 Free on 1:15 for Girls and on 1:10 for Boys
• 3 x 400 IM on 6:00
• 8 x 100 Kick on 1:45 

And one of the following:

• 8 x 100 Back on 1:30
• 8 x 100 Breast on 1:40
• 6 x 100 Fly on 1:30

NOTE: M-W a.m. practice location will change after Spring Break to Mt Vernon Rec / Geo. Wash. Rec.

Program Description

• (Ages 11- 14).  11-month program.
• YOU choose any 4 or 5 practices per week.  Chart will indicate when specific days are FULL.   
• 11-12 yr. old swimmers must have at least two Age Group Champs times to be eligible.
• Requires strong understanding of stroke mechanics.
• Requires physical and mental readiness for more intense aerobic conditioning.
• Regular competition expected.
• Dry land training expected 3 x per week.  Plans are available upon request and encouraged.
• Registration for this group requires coach approval.  

Eligibility Requirements

Swimmer must be able to complete the following base level training sets for acceptance into the specified practice group. Base Ability Level is the primary consideration when accepting and placing swimmers into practice groups. In addition, swimmers need to have swum 200/500 free, 200 IM, 200 back and 200 breast in a swim meet.

Note:  MWF mornings may switch to Mt. Vernon Rec.  TBD?

BASE ABILITY TEST SETS

• 10 X 100 Free on 1:30
• 4 X 200 I.M. on 3:30
• 6 x 100 Kick on 2:10

And one of the following:

• 6 x 100 Back on 1:45
• 6 x 100 Breast on 2:00
• 6 x 100 Fly on 2:00

SS
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4:45-6:15/30 a.m.

4:45-6:15/30 a.m.

4:45-6:15/30 a.m.

5:00-6:30 a.m.
@ Chinquapin
or
4:45-6:15 a.m.
@ GW

6:00-7:30 p.m.

ALMOST FULL

7:00-8:30 p.m.

ALMOST FULL

6:00-7:30 p.m.

ALMOST FULL

7:00-8:30 p.m.

ALMOST FULL

NOTE: M-W a.m. practice location will change after Spring Break to Mt Vernon Rec / Geo. Wash. Rec.

Program Description

• For swimmers age 13-18 who are unable to commit to the Senior Gold or Senior Prep Gold minimum training or competition expectations but who want to train at a higher level.
• Must meet the Senior Prep Gold base ability test standards. ( See above)
• YOU choose any 3 or 4 practices per week 9-month options. Chart will indicate when specific days are FULL. 
• 4 practice per week 11-month option 
• Regular competition encouraged.
• Dry land training encouraged 3 x per week.  Plans are available upon request and encouraged.
• Goal of program is to maintain a high level of conditioning and technique work with the potential to transition to the Senior Gold program if/when ready.
  
  Note:  MWF mornings may switch to Mt. Vernon Rec.  TBD?

Eligibility Requirements:

Same as SPG

AGAD
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4:45-6:15 a.m.

5:00-6:30 a.m.
@ Chinquapin

4:45-6:15 a.m.
@ GW

4:30-6:00 p.m.
@ GW

For competing swimmers only

6:00-7:30 p.m.

ALMOST FULL

7:00-8:30 p.m.

ALMOST FULL

6:00-7:30 p.m.

ALMOST FULL

7:00-8:30 p.m.

ALMOST FULL

NOTE: M-W a.m. practice location will change after Spring Break to Mt Vernon Rec / Geo. Wash. Rec.

Program Description

• Ages 9-12
• 11 -month program.
• Choose 3 or 4 X per week.  Chart will indicate when specific days are FULL. 
• GOAL of program is to produce PVS Junior Olympic level swimmers & to prepare swimmers for advancement to the Marlins higher level Sen-Prep programs. 
• Aerobic training program that places an emphasis on conditioning, stroke technique and racing skills. developing proficiency in all four strokes and local age group competition preparation.
• Dry land training strongly encouraged 3 x per week.  Plans are available upon request. 
• Swimmers are expected to participate in monthly competitions.

Eligibility Requirements

Swimmer must be able to complete the following base level training sets for acceptance into the specified practice group. Base Ability Level is the primary consideration when accepting and placing swimmers into practice groups.

Note:  MWF mornings may switch to Mt. Vernon Rec.  TBD?

BASE ABILITY LEVEL TEST SET

• 10 x 50 free on 1:00
• 4 x 100 IM on 2:20
• 6 x 50 Kick on 1:20

And two or more of the following

• 6 x 50 Back on 1:05
• 6 x 50 Breast on 1:10
• 4 x 50 Fly on 1:10

AGSD
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7:30-8:30 p.m.

ALMOST FULL

6:00-7:00 p.m.

ALMOST FULL

7:30-8:30 p.m.

ALMOST FULL

6:00-7:00 p.m.

ALMOST FULL

5:00-6:00 p.m.
@ Geo. Wash.

6:30-8:00 a.m.

Program Description

• Ages 7-11 
• Choose 2-3 practices per week. 
• 9 or 11-month Mild intensity training program.
• Continued emphasis on developing sound training habits with PRIMARY FOCUS ON STROKE MECHANICS for all 4 strokes, starts and turns.  "I.M. STRONG"
• Dry land training encouraged 3 x per week (Body Weight Conditioning Exercises).  Plans are available upon request.
• Basic aerobic swimming is introduced at this level.
• Swimmers are expected to participate in regular swim meets.   (AGSD is not intended as a maintenance program,  See SC60).
• GOAL of program is to produce PVS Junior Olympic level qualifiers and to instill a love for the sport and training.

Eligibility Requirements

Swimmer must be able to complete the following base level training sets for acceptance into the specified practice group. Base Ability Level is the primary consideration when accepting and placing swimmers into practice groups.

BASE ABILITY LEVEL TEST SET

• 6 x 50 Free on 1:30
• 1 x 100 IM without stopping and reasonable understanding and performance of all 4 strokes.
• Demonstrate ability to do forward start from starting blocks.

BEFORE REGISTERING please contact the Franconia primary coach, Ryan Krogel to confirm availability and or to be placed on the program wait list.  The web site does not update current status in real time.  Status updates may run 1-3 days behind actual program status.  If registration form does not show a program day option, that option is likely full.

For future reference, the Marlins program opens on May 1st each year for returning members and June 1st for NEW members.  We strongly encourage everyone to register as early as possible to avoid programs filling.

MM
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6:00-6:45 p.m.

FULL

FULL

See GW or Aud Moore for 1 X per week & 3rd day options

6:45-7:30 p.m.

ALMOST FULL

6:45-7:30 p.m.

ALMOST FULL

Program Description

• Ages 5-8
• 9 month program.
• YOU choose 2 practices per week.  A third day may be available at another practice facility. Contact the Team Manager for more info.  Chart will indicate when specific days are FULL.  
• A minimum of 2 per week is recommended for swimmers who plan to compete.
• 75% focus on technique development and instruction. 25% conditioning and physical/mental preparation for advancement to the AGSD level.
• Mighty Marlins groups are kept small (8 - 10 max. per lane) with one certified coach/instructor and one Potomac Marlins Senior level (15 & Over) swimmer assistant per group for lager groups.
• MM groups are arranged into similar ability levels when necessary ranging from novice level with minimal or no competitive experience through more advanced swimmers with 1-2 seasons of competitive experience.
• Swim meet participation is NOT required, however, it is encouraged.

NOTE:  Mighty Marlins programs require a minimum of 4 participants to be scheduled.  If less than 4 participants the class MAY be cancelled and/or combined. 

BASE ABILITY TEST SET

• 1 X 25 Free & 1 X 25 Back without assistance (lane rope, bottom of pool, etc...) or stopping.
• Ability to do a forward start from the side of the pool.
• Understanding and performance of symmetrical Breaststroke and Butterfly arm and leg motion. Does not have to be 100% legal.

SC(60)
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Opens June 15

7:30-8:30 p.m.

ALMOST FULL

7:30-8:30 p.m.

ALMOST FULL

Program Description

• Ages 11-14.  (9-10 yr olds should be chosing AGSD)
• 9 - month program. 
• YOU choose any 2 or 3 practices per week. Chart will indicate when specific days are FULL.    
• 60 min. practices.
• Swimmers are eligible AND gently encouraged to participate in swim meets during the season.
• Mild intensity training program with continued emphasis on developing sound training habits.  Primary focus on stroke mechanics for all 4 strokes, starts and turns. Basic aerobic swimming is continued at this level.
• For 13-15 yr. old swimmers who have NOT met the Senior Gold, Senior Silver, Sen-Prep GOLD expectations or 11-12 year olds who have not met the AGAD expectations and who are not primarily interested in competition.
• Silver Conditioning swimmers must, however, meet the AGAD eligibility requirements. (See AGAD above)
• Goal of program is to improve conditioning and stroke technique and to transition swimmers to higher level programs if/when ready

SC(90)
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Opens June 15

4:45-6:15 a.m.

4:45-6:15 a.m.

7:00-8:30 p.m.

ALMOST FULL

7:00-8:30 p.m.

ALMOST FULL

NOTE: M-W a.m. practice location will change after Spring Break to Geo. Wash. Rec. or Chinquapin Rec.

Program Description

• Ages 11-18.  (9-10 yr olds should be chosing AGSD)
• 9 - month program. 
• YOU choose ay 2 or 3 practices per week. Chart will indicate when specific days are FULL. 
• 60 or 90 min. practices.  (3 X per week recommended for 13-18 yrs.)
• Swimmers are eligible AND gently encouraged to participate in swim meets during the season.
• Mild intensity training program with continued emphasis on developing sound training habits.  Primary focus on stroke mechanics for all 4 strokes, starts and turns. Basic aerobic swimming is continued at this level.
• For 13-18 yr. old swimmers who have NOT met the Senior Gold, Senior Silver, Sen-Prep GOLD expectations and who are not primarily interested in competition.
• Silver Conditioning swimmers must, however, meet the AGAD eligibility requirements. (See AGAD above)
• Goal of program is to improve conditioning and stroke technique and to transition swimmers to higher level programs if/when ready.
  
  Note:  MWF mornings may switch to Mt. Vernon Rec.  TBD?

HSC
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Opens July 1

4:45-6:15/30 a.m.

4:45-6:15/30 a.m.

7:00-8:30 p.m.

ALMOST FULL

7:00-8:30 p.m.

ALMOST FULL

Program Description

• Swimmers must be active participants in their H.S. Swim team programs.  (9th-12th grade)
• Focus on developing & maintaining cardiovascular base and stroke technique refinement.
• Offered in two partial season sessions.
  1. 9 WEEKS:  Pre- H.S. season (early Sept. through early Nov.)
  2. 20 WEEKS: Full Season (early Sept. through early Feb.)
• Choose 2 or 3 practics per week.   
• SWIMMERS ARE ELIGIBLE & ENCOURAGED TO COMPETE IN USAS MEETS.
• Must meet AGAD Base Ability Standards
  
  Note:  MWF mornings may switch to Mt. Vernon Rec.  TBD?