Forest Area Swim Team

The Forest Area Swim Team (FAST) offers training and practice groups for swimmers of all ages and ability levels. It is the goal of the FAST Frogs to offer age specific training for all of our athletes geared towards challenging each individual and developing each individual to the best of THEIR abilities.

Afternoon or Morning?

• In May, the FAST Frogs practice after school. 
• After RRISD school is over (typically June), practices are moved to the morning. 

How long is afternoon practice?

• Tadpoles practice for 30 minute sessions, Monday - Thursday
• Pollywogs practice for 45 minute sessions, Monday - Thursday
• Frogs practice for 60 minute sessions, Monday - Thursday

What time is afternoon practice for Tadpoles?

• Time slots for Tadpoles are assigned with parent input. Either a google form or a sign-up genius will be sent to the email account on the swimmer's registration. Check your email for information after registration.
• Time slots are 5:15 - 5:45 pm or 5:45-6:15 pm or 6:15 - 6:45 pm

What time is afternoon practice for Pollywogs?

• Time slots are 5:15 - 6:00 pm or 6:00 - 6:45 pm 

What time is afternoon practice for Frogs?

• 10 & under will practice 5:15 - 6:15pm
• 11-12 will practice 6:15 - 7:15pm
• 13+ will practice 7:00 - 8:15pm

How long do Tadpoles, Pollywogs & Frogs practice during morning practice?

• Tadpoles practice for 30 minute sessions, Monday - Thursday*
• Pollywogs practice for 60 minute sessions, Monday - Friday
• 12 & under Frogs practice for 60 minute sessions, Monday - Friday
• 13+ Frogs practice for 90 minute sessions, Monday - Friday
• *If Tadpoles are going to swim in the meet, they are invited to Pollywog practice on Friday mornings.

What time is morning practice for Tadpoles?

• Time slots for Tadpoles are assigned with parent input. Either a google form or a sign-up genius will be sent to the email account on the swimmer's registration. Check your email for information after registration.
• Time slots are 8:30-9:00, 9:00-9:30, or 9:30-10:00

What time is morning practice for Pollywogs and Frogs?

• The coaching staff will select a "coach select" group of swimmers and assign them a practice time. 
• The remaining 12 & Under Frogs and Pollywogs will be assigned time slots with parent input. Either a google form or a sign up genius will be sent to the email address on the swimmer's registration after registration and several weeks after afternoon practice begins. This allows the coaching staff time to assess the swimmers and determine if the swimmer's level is appropriate. 
• Pollywog time slots are 7:00-8:00 am or 8:00-9:00 am or 9:00-10:00 am. 
• Frog time slots are 13 & older 6:45am – 8:15am; Select Frogs 9–12 year-olds 8:15 - 9:45am, Frogs 12 & under 7:00-8:00 am or 8:00-9:00 am or 9:00-10:00 am.

Where do Tadpoles practice?

• During afternoon practice, Tadpoles will practice at the Forest Creek pool.
• During morning practice, Tadpoles will practice at the Lake Forest pool. 

Where do Pollywogs practice?

• During afternoon practice, Pollywogs are at the Forest Creek pool.
• During morning practice, Pollywogs are at Forest Creek pool.
• During morning practice, one day a week will be designated to practice at Lake Forest to practice diving. (Flip Flop Friday)

Where do Frogs practice?

• During afternoon practice, 12 & under Frogs are at the Lake Forest pool.
• During afternoon practice,13+ Frogs are at the Lake Forest Pool.
• During morning practice, 13+ Frogs are at Lake Forest Pool. 
• During morning practice, 12 & under age group are at Forest Creek. 

Additional Practice Notes: 

• We reserve the right to change this practice schedule or practice pool location to accommodate swimmer registration numbers, staffing levels, balance the pools, etc. 
• FAST Frogs have optional practices on Memorial Day and 4th of July in the morning.
• We cannot accommodate swimmer's summer camp schedules or vacation schedules. 
• Select Frogs swimmers families will be notified by the Coaches by the 2nd week of practice.