Top Age Group (TAG)
VIDEO: TAG
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 TAG group follows a 9-month season, ending in May. Swimmers who qualify for Festivals, Provincial Trials, Provincial Series and Provincial Champs will continue training into June/ July 2027. Training schedules may be adjusted during this extended period.
Group Focus
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For swimmers age 8-11
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Train-to-train / Train-to-Compete stage of LTAD model
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Focus on stroke refinement, endurance and racing strategies
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Prepare swimmers for provincial competitions and advancement into Youth
| SWIM TIMES: 5 Practices / Week |
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TUESDAY |
WEDNESDAY |
THURSDAY |
FRIDAY |
SATURDAY |
| 5:45-7:00 PM |
5:45-7:00 PM |
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5:45-7:00 PM |
5:45-7:00 PM |
9:30-11:00 AM |
Registration Fees
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TAG Travel: $3100 (includes Swim Alberta fees, swim meet entry fees)
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TAG Home: $2800 (includes Swim Alberta fees, swim meet entry fees)
Commitments
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Fundraising Obligation: TAG Travel: $550 and TAG Home: $400 (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)
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