Junior Age Group (JAG)
VIDEO: JAG
Start Date: September 14, 2026
End Date: END OF MAY- TBD (qualified swimmers may train later)
Seasonal Breaks
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Christmas: December 21, 2026 – January 11, 2027
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Easter: March 26- April 4, 2027
Season Overview
The JAG group follows a 9-month season, ending in May. Swimmers who qualify for Festivals will continue training into June 2027. Training schedules may be adjusted during this extended period.
Group Focus
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For swimmers ages 8–11
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Skill-based training with emphasis on:
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Technique in all four strokes: Butterfly, Backstroke, Breaststroke, Freestyle
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Consistent work off the blocks and walls
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Perfecting skills for advancement into TAG
| JAG TRAVEL SWIM TIMES: 4 Practices / Week |
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| MONDAY |
TUESDAY |
WEDNESDAY |
THURSDAY |
FRIDAY |
SATURDAY |
| 5:45-6:45 PM |
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5:45-6:45 PM |
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5:45-6:45 PM |
10:00-11:00 AM |
| JAG HOME SWIM TIMES: 3 Practices / Week |
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| MONDAY |
TUESDAY |
WEDNESDAY |
THURSDAY |
FRIDAY |
SATURDAY |
| 5:45-6:45 PM |
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5:45-6:45 PM |
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10:00-11:00 AM |
Registration Fees
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JAG (Travel): $2,600 (includes Swim Alberta fees, swim meet entry fees)
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JAG (Home): $2,100 (includes Swim Alberta fees, AMAC home meet entry fees)
Commitments
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Fundraising Obligation: JAG Travel $400 JAG and JAG Home $300 (helps offset registration fees)
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Bingos: 3 per family per season (regardless of number of children)
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Hosted Swim Meets: Each family is responsible for volunteering for each session at all 3 hosted meets (4–5 sessions per meet, 2–3 days each)
| Swim Meets 2026-2027: (meets are subject to change) |
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*Travel costs for out of town competitions are not included. |
Free Swim Week
Not sure if you’re ready to join? Come to our FREE Swim Week assessment to see if AMAC is right for you!
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Session 1: September 8-11, 2026
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Sign up here: Free Assessment Sign Up
Interested in Joining?
Contact Head Coach Jordan Harper:
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Phone: 403.580.2622
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Email: headcoach@marlin.ab.ca
