class descriptions & fees
Children and adults of all ages are eligible to practice and compete with the team. Although the team may travel for special practices and competitions, our home practice site is in Solon, Ohio.
The coaching staff takes pride in creating personalized strategies to assist our athletes in achieving their own personal aspirations, whether it be a college scholarship, national championship or even that first flip!
Due to the availability of pools with 3 meter boards & platforms, American Flyers practices can be at a few different locations throughout the year. These facilities primarily are: the University of Akron, Hiram University, Cleveland State University & Beachwood Recreational Pool (summers only).
All divers on the American Flyers Diving Team must be active members of the AAU (Amateur Athletic Union). Travel Team & Pre-Travel Team divers must be active members of both US Diving and AAU. All divers are eligible to compete in the Ohio Diving League, US Diving invitationals, Junior Nationals, US Nationals and AAU nationals.
The calendar year is divided into four Quarters as follows:
1st Quarter: FALL: September - November
2nd Quarter: WINTER: December - February
3rd Quarter: SPRING: March - May
4th Quarter: SUMMER: June - August
Quarterly teams include: Travel Team (TT), Pre-Travel Team (PTT), Intermediate/High School (Int/HS), and Future Flyers (FF) (see below for policy & pricing details, updated 1/2010)
Non-quarterly teams include: Developmental/Punch Pass (Dev/PP) (see below for policy & pricing details, updated 1/2010)
*Please note, there are policy changes for Future Flyers (FF), Travel Team (TT), and Pre-Travel Team (PTT) for the 2009 - 2010 calendar year.
Available discounts:
Family discount = 5% off 1st child, 10% off on the 2nd, 3rd & so on child(ren). They must all be signed up & diving at the same time to receive this.
Referral discount = 5% off to anyone who refers a friend on their next quarter/punch pass. This is unlimited! The referral must be a legitimate, signed up diver for a minimum of 1 quarter (3 months).
** NOTE ** The 3 meter/platform practices will be open only to the Travel, Pre-Travel Team, & Future Flyers or by invitation only.
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This class meets from 6-7pm at the Solon High School Natatorium on Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays. This is basic diving 101. Anyone, any age can participate, no experience needed. The goal of this class is to learn the basic dive elements, including safety & performance of the different dive categories. These divers will be able to compete in the Ohio Diving League (ODL) & any other qualifying competitions. Divers in this class can be invited to Future Flyers or Pre-Travel Team.
This class utilizes a Punch Pass system:
5 practice pass: $100
10 practice pass: $150
20 practice pass: $250
30 practice pass: $350
All 5, 10 & 20 passes are good for 1 Quarter (3 months). 30 passes are good for 2 Quarters (6 months).
Ages (but not limited to) able to swim-12 yrs. This class meets from 6-7pm at the Solon High School Natatorium on Mondays & has the option to come during the “Developmental Lesson” times on Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays. Future Flyers also meets on Sundays for 1 hour (for 3 meter work). Weekend Times & pool location will be announced. This class is on a “first come, first served” basis. A waiting list will be generated, if necessary. Future Flyers is designed for divers who wish to participate more & get a feel for training at a higher commitment level. These divers will be able to compete in the Ohio Diving League (ODL) & any other qualifying competitions. Divers from this class may be invited to the Pre-Travel Team (see below).
*8 students max
- Quarterly: $400 ( 3 months )
- ½ Quarter: $210
- Monthly: $143
New team policy, updated for the 2009-2010 calendar year (Click here)
Members of this class MUST sign Waiver forms for diving facilities at Akron or Cleveland State University (CSU), ONLY if you will practice in these facilities. (Click on links below)
This class is geared toward (but not limited to) High School aged & older participants. The Intermediate lessons are from 4:30-6pm at the Solon High School Natatorium on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays. This group will concentrate mostly on learning the rules & dives necessary for High School District & State level competition. These divers are preparing for a rewarding & successful High School season and may also attend qualified competitions throughout the year. If a diver has interest, they may be invited to the 3 meter/platform practices during the weekends. This class is on a “first come, first served” basis. A waiting list will be generated, if necessary.
*10 students max
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Quarterly: $500 ( 3 months )
- ½ Quarter: $260
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Monthly: $176
(Levels 1-6) - Ages (but not limited to) 8-13 yrs. This class is by invitation only. It will meet from 7-8:30pm at the Solon High School Natatorium on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays. Weekend practice times & pool locations will be announced. Pre-Travel Team divers participate a minimum of 4 days (to 6 days maximum) per week. You must be able to attend one weekend practice minimum (2 hours each class). This class is a stepping stone for Travel Team bound individuals. This group is designed to integrate athletes who show the desire, ability & willingness to train at a higher level. Travel Team members will be invited directly from this group (see the Travel Team requirements & policies). Participants are strongly encouraged to participate in any & all competitions.
*8 students max
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Quarterly: $600 ( 3 months )
- ½ Quarter: $310
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Monthly: $210
*** PLEASE NOTE *** The Pre-Travel Team can accept a maximum of 8 students each quarter. The Travel Team can accept a maximum of 6 students each quarter. The total number of divers between the Travel Team and Pre-Travel Team will be capped at 12 students. This will be at the coach's discretion.
New team policy, updated for the 2009-2010 calendar year (Click here)
**Please refer to the respective policies to make sure you understand & can adhere & commit (as best you can) to the training regime. These policies can be found in the "downloads" page.
Members of this class MUST sign Waiver forms for diving facilities at Akron or Cleveland State University (CSU). (Click on links below)
This class is by invitation only. This class meets from 7-9pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays at the Solon High School Natatorium. It is mandatory for this class to attend both weekend 3 meter/platform practices (2 hours each). Weekend practice times & pool locations will be announced. The Travel Team is the American Flyers “Elite” team. Members of this class commit to diving as their #1 sport. This is for Junior & Senior National (& possibly International) competition bound individuals. Participation in meets is mandatory.
*8 students max
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Quarterly: $705 ( 3 months )
- ½ Quarter: $360
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Monthly: $245
*** PLEASE NOTE *** The Pre-Travel Team can accept a maximum of 8 students each quarter. The Travel Team can accept a maximum of 6 students each quarter. The total number of divers between the Travel Team and Pre-Travel Team will be capped at 12 students. This will be at the coach's discretion.
New team policy, updated for the 2009-2010 calendar year (Click here)
**Please refer to the respective policies to make sure you understand & can adhere & commit (as best you can) to the training regime. These policies can be found in the "downloads" page.
Members of this class MUST sign Waiver forms for diving facilities at Akron or Cleveland State University (CSU). (Click on links below)
Arranged on an individual basis, and available times will change throughout the year.
These lessons are encouraged to speed up the learning process & refine skills by completing more repetitions for better muscle memory, individualized, one on one coaching & the use of safety harnesses.
Private lessons are $30 per ½ hour & $50 per hour
