Practice Groups & Schedule
Grouping is based on age and a set of progressive standards, taking into account social and emotional development as well as ability. Within each group there may be subgroups so swimmers train with others of similar ability, and swimmers move up as their skill and endurance grow.
Age Group, K–4th
Kindergarten through 4th grade, split into the Shields (M/W/F) and Spears (T/Th/F) squads. Practices run 4:40 to 6:00 pm.
Age Group, 5th & 6th
Four practices a week, 3:00 to 4:40 pm. Shuttles run from Jenks East and West Intermediate once your trial week is over.
Advanced, 7th & 8th
Every practice, Monday through Friday, 5:30 to 7:30 pm. A shuttle runs from Jenks Middle School.
Senior, 9th–12th
Weeknights 5:30 to 7:45 pm, plus Tuesday and Thursday mornings and Saturday practice from October.
2025–2026 school year
Group | Practice time | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
Age Group, K–4th | M–F 4:40–6:00 pm | Select M/W/F or T/Th/F |
Age Group, 5th & 6th | M–F 3:00–4:40 pm | Select 4 a week; JEI & JWI shuttle available |
Advanced, 7th & 8th | M–F 5:30–7:30 pm | Attend all practices; JMS shuttle available |
Senior, 9th–12th | M–F 5:30–7:45 pm | Attend all practices; mornings and Saturdays begin in October |
2026 summer
Group | Morning | Afternoon | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|
Age Group, K–4th | M–F 4:45–5:45 pm | n/a | n/a |
Age Group, 5th & 6th | M–F 3:00–4:45 pm | n/a | n/a |
Advanced, 7th & 8th | M/W/F 7:00–9:00 am | M/W 2:00–3:30 pm | n/a |
Senior | M–F 9:00–11:00 am | T/Th 2:00–3:30 pm | 7:30–10:00 am |
Senior Performance | M/W/F 7:00–9:00 am | T/Th 2:00–3:30 pm | 7:30–10:00 am |
Attending more or less than recommended
The recommended number of practices per week is based on the swimmer-to-coach ratio, ability, individual growth and USA Swimming's age-appropriate guidance. Swimming is one part of each athlete's life, and families are free to adjust for other sports, illness or family plans. Keep your coach in the loop.
Shuttles from Jenks East and West Intermediate and Jenks Middle School are available once the trial week is over and you have registered with the club.
Long Course tryouts open in March 2027
Tryouts are free, by appointment, and every new Trojan gets a trial week before any fees are due.