MAKO SQUAD

This level, although still a transitioning level, it is designed to prepare the swimmer for our Bronze level Squad. The swim session are 1 hour in duration and will still focus on all the elements of the previous Squad but will further enhance all 4 strokes, turns and diving but the focus will shift to a more disciplined approach to their swimming, they will learn how to work together  as well as using the pace clock etc. At this level, the aim is to build on their previous training both technically and physically so that the transition to Bronze squad will be as smooth as possible.

 *Equipment required – Kick board, flippers, Pull buoy.

       TRANSITION TO BRONZE SQUAD IS AT THE DISCRESSION OF THE COACHES – Swimmers must show a level of commitment, a willingness to improve while learning to manage the increased volume of work. They must also show an interest in competition swing in our local Gippsland swimming fixture.

BRONZE SQUAD

The bronze squad is the entry pathway into our performance-focused squads. The swim sessions are 1.5 hours in duration. It is still building on the fundamental swimming skills as well as developing your child’s ability to learn how to train with purpose, and to help them develop a growth mindset as well as a love for the sport. Individual swimmers will be introduced to a variety of racing techniques and opportunities as they continue to master all four competitive strokes and gain greater confidence and proficiency as they learn more about their individual capabilities, and this is achieved by introducing more advanced drills and training techniques along with an increase in endurance based swimming. A greater emphasis is also put on turns, starts and finishes to further enhance their racing capabilities…

Recommended: – minimum of 3 sessions per week.

*Equipment required – kickboard, flippers, pull buoy, paddles & snorkel.

      TRANSITION TO SILVER SQUAD IS AT THE DISCRESSION OF THE COACHES – Swimmers must show an increased level of commitment in working towards their set goals and have a willingness to compete or be already competing at State level

SILVER SQUAD

This Squad is designed for the serious athlete wanting to take their swimming to the next level, the swim sessions are 1.5 to 2 hours in duration. In this squad we focus on encouraging a lifelong love and appreciation of swimming as we introduce the swimmers to a more rigorous training regime, preparing them for competition at a National level. Squad sessions at Silver Level maintain an emphasis on stroke proficiency while incorporating more intense training to enhance their aerobic and anaerobic endurance thresholds, racing skills and dry land sessions are also a key factor at this level. The aim for these athletes is to continuing to develop their competition skills by also creating training habits and behaviours that give the athletes the greatest chance of longevity and success in their chosen sport.
Recommended: – minimum of 4-5 sessions per week.

*Equipment required – kickboard, flippers, pull buoy, paddles & snorkel.

Transition to Gold Squad is within 1.5 seconds of any National Qualifying Time

GOLD SQUAD

The Gold Squad is our senior performance squad. , The swim session is 1.5 to 2 hours in duration. It is designed for athletes who wish to race and compete at the top level competitions. They will have achieved or be within 1.5 seconds of a desired National Qualifying time .At this level, swimmers have an excellent work ethic, have a clear vision of their pathway to achieve their individual goals, they are fully committed on fine-tuning their skills, while improving all facets of their swimming careers in readiness for top level competitions.
Recommended: – minimum of 7 sessions per week.

*Equipment required – kickboard, flippers, pull buoy, paddles & snorkel.