> General Description and Objective...
The team philosophy is encompassed in the words COURAGE and PERSEVERANCE.
COURAGE is the willingness to accept risk(s) and endure failures. Courage does not exist unless there is a situation that presents the opportunity for success. We encourage our athletes to embrace these opportunities and not fear the outcome.
PERSEVERANCE is the backbone of success in any endeavor in life. One cannot succeed at the highest levels without enduring some set-backs. These difficult times can create a lack of faith, low self-esteem, and an obvious drop in enthusiasm. Perseverance is the quality that transcends these difficult times. It allows the individual to find the true strength of their characters.
The Retriever Aquatic Club believes that COURAGE and PERSEVERANCE develop by swimming will prepare the individual for the challenges they undoubtedly will face in life.