Start with the Transition Phase (3 weeks) from the prior season (ending with L7 Regionals and L6 State/Regionals). Finish with the Transition Phase for the upcoming season (3 weeks). This is a total of 55+ weeks of planning. The important functions from the annual plan, such as plyometrics, testing flexibility, and more, have also been included in the week they are to occur. Coaches usually have more than one level per training group. These plans will aid the coach in implementing sound training methods per level. When the training cycle calls for a pre-season Mock Meet, for example, all groups, Levels 8 and 9/10, will also have this on their plan. For example, Level 6/7 completes their season earlier than Level 8, 9, or 10. When Level 6/7 athletes finish, they immediately enter their “Transition Phase” (or “Fun”) stage for 3 weeks. After completing the 3-week prescribed ‘rest’ period, they start with their “General Preparation Phase”. Level 6/7 athletes will have more weeks in their General Preparation than other levels within their Annual Plan. Most important for this younger level! When other Levels complete their seasons, they take their “Fun” 3 weeks of prescribed rest… they will join the others in training during the General Prep Phase. Remember, the 3-week Transition or Fun Phase is NOT 3 weeks out of the gym. It is one full week out of the gym, and the next 2 weeks are spent doing fun hiking, biking, etc., with the athletes. Create a FUN BOOT CAMP!
