If you are looking to try diving for the first time, or you have some experience but have not yet mastered basic dives in all directions, this is the right group for you. This program is for all ages, but divers may be grouped by age. The Future Champions program is designed to teach the basic movement patterns involved in the different dive categories, as well as basic diving skills and fundamentals. The focus for this group will be to learn basic dives in all directions on the pool side and then on the 1-meter and 3-meter springboards. The main categories of diving include forward, backward, reverse, inward and twisting (dives that combine both somersaulting and twisting skills). For additional information about diving basic please check out USA Diving’s Diving 101 crash course. Future Champions Lessons will offer a fun environment where divers will progress rapidly. This group may have regular assessments and competition to evaluate the progress of their skills. The assessments will include the following elements: form, accuracy, height, distance and aesthetic value. Once divers have mastered the skills and basic dives in all directions, they will be encouraged to progress to the appropriate team level based on their age. Check out USA Diving’s Rulebook, Subpart D for more information regarding Future Champions Rules.
2023 -2024 Winter Session: November 27, 2023 – March 3, 2024 Registration Deadline: November 20, 2023
2023 Winter Future Champions Lessons Practice Options Future Champions Lesson Options Spring March 4 - June 4, 2024
Day Location Time Total Practice Session Cost No Practice Dates Coaches
Mondays Two Rivers High School Aquatic Center, Mendota Heights 6:00 - 7:15pm 13 $357.50 5/27 Jason, Arron
Tuesdays Two Rivers High School Aquatic Center, Mendota Heights 6:00 - 7:15pm 13 $357.50 3/5 Rob, Erin
Tuesday Century Middle School, Lakeville 6:00 - 7:15pm 12 $330.00 3/5, 4/2 Jason, Arron
Wednesdays Century Middle School, Lakeville 6:00 - 7:15pm 13 $357.50 4/3 Jason, Arron
Thursdays Two Rivers High School Aquatic Center, Mendota Heights 6:00 - 7:15pm 12 $330.00 4/25 Jason, Arron
Saturdays Two Rivers High School Aquatic Center, Mendota Heights 1:00 - 2:15pm 8 $220.00 3/9, 3/23, 4/27, 5/18, 5/25 Jason, Arron
Sundays University of Minnesota, Minneapolis/Two Rivers High School Mendota Heights 1:00 - 2:15pm 8 $220.00 3/24, 3/31, 4/28, 5/19, 5/26 No Practices. 4/7 and 4/14 @ UMN, 3/10, 3/17, 4/21, 5/5, 5/12, and 6/2 @ TR Jason, Arron
Sundays Dryland Midwest Gymnastics, Little Canada 9:00 - 11:00am 8 $352.00 3/24, 3/31, 4/28, 5/19, 5/26 Jason, Arron
Sundays Dryland Midwest Gymnastics, Little Canada 10:00am - 12:00pm 8 $352.00 3/24, 3/31, 4/28, 5/19, 5/26 Jason, Arron
Future Champions Lesson Options Spring March 4 - June 4, 2024
Dryland Training:
Divers are encouraged to add dryland training to their water training programs to enhance their diving skills. We will have some dryland training at each workout, however the dryland only practices at the gym will allow divers to utilize equipment to learn new dives, get multiple repetitions. and enhanced physical fitness. Visit our Dryland Training page for more information about this exciting opportunity! We do not offer dryland training opportunities during the summer.
| Day | Location | Time | Total Practices | Session Cost | No Practice Days | Coaches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sundays Dryland | Midwest Gymnastics, Little Canada | 9:00 - 11:00am | 8 | $352.00 | 3/24, 3/31, 4/28, 5/19, 5.26 | Jason, Arron |
| Sundays Dryland | Midwest Gymnastics, Little Canada | 10:00am - 12:00pm | 8 | $352.00 | 3/24, 3/31, 4/28, 5/19, 5/26 | Jason, Arron |
Multiple Practice Discounts
If you registered for multiple practice options, you will receive discounts at the following rates off all items in your cart during registration. This includes both water and dryland practices.
- 2 practices = 5% discount
- 3 practices = 10% discount
- 4 or more practices = 15% discount
Make sure to check the Calendar for all “No Practice” dates and schedule changes.
Make-ups: As a general rule we base our staffing upon registration numbers for each individual practice session. With that being said we understand that life happens, and sometimes deviations from schedules are necessary. We try our best to accommodate make-ups, especially during the summer session. We ask that you let us know in advance by emailing which practices you will be missing, and what day/date, location and time you would like to attend as a make-up. If we can accommodate changes, we will let you know.
Vacations or missed time during the session: Vacations or missed time during the session are handled in one of two ways, both require you communicate via email with Coach Jason prior to your registration. Please contact Coach Jason and work out make-ups for practices you will be missing or to discuss prorated costs for the time you will be missing.
Payment Plan Options for 2024 Spring Session: When completing your registration there will be three options in the registration for payment terms: pay in full, pay 50% due at checkout and the second 50% due on April 15, or finally 50% due at registration then 25% due on March 25 and April 29.
Prorated Fees
- It is possible to prorate the fees for this session, if you are starting mid session, please email Jason@northstardiving.com if you are interested in this option.
- NSDC will not discount or refund fees for divers that quit during a season for reasons other than illness or injury.
- If a diver is injured or ill for more than two weeks of a season, NSDC will credit the diver for the amount of time missed from practice. Please make sure to email Jason@northstardiving.com if you are injured or ill so that an appropriate credit may be given if necessary. This must be approved and arranged with Coach Jason, and a credit may be given to future session.
Cancellation Policy: Once you have completed online enrollment, you may cancel, but any cancellations will not receive a refund.
North Star Diving Inclusion Discount Program – In an effort to make the sport of diving more accessible to all, North Star Diving has received a grant from USA Diving. For any potential diver whose family is receiving government assistance (e.g. Medicaid, Free/Reduced school lunch programs, food stamps, Head Start, etc.) that can show documentation of such assistance, North Star Diving is offering an excellent opportunity to try the sport of diving. Divers will need to have a 2024 USA Diving Athlete Membership ($40 plus processing fees). If the diver will be 18 years old on December 31 of 2024, there are some additional steps. They will also need a background screening ($30) and to complete free online Safe Sport training. 2024 USA Diving membership will be available starting December 1, 2023, and it will be valid until December 31, 2024. Diver will be responsible for 10% of the program fees. The other 90% of their training fees will be waived and supported by the USA Diving Grant. This program is not eligible for any additional practice discounts. If you are interested in this program, contact Coach Jason Baumann via email at jason@northstardiving.com and inquire about the Inclusion Discount program.