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DEVELOPMENT 2

SQUAD CRITERIA 
 
1. SWIMMING COMPETENCE
To join this squad a swimmer must be able to perform:
 
  • 200m FRONT CRAWL according to the FINA swimming rules.
  • 100m BACKSTROKE and 100m BREASTSTROKE according to the FINA swimming rules.
  • 50m BUTTERFLY according to the FINA swimming rules.
  • Correct tumble turns, basic IM turns, and dive from the starting block
 
These criteria serve as guidance*. Coaches expect the right attitude and commitment from swimmers already in this squad or swimmers wishing to join this squad who are fully committed to team ethos, and goals (individual and team), to be on time and fully prepared for all sessions and competitions (training gear, water bottle, team kit etc).
 
2. COMMITMENT
 
Training:Time available5.5 hours (4 sessions) per week. 
Minimum weekly commitment is 2 x pool sessions.
Competitions:Swimmers are expected to compete and represent BSC at
Level 3/4 Licensed Open Meets, Club Championships and entry level Inter Club Swim Leagues.
 
3. MAXIMUM AGE
10 Girls
11 Boys
 
4. AIMS AND ASPIRATIONS
The aim of the squad is to enable swimmers who are ready to take the next step from a swimming teaching environment towards competitive swimming, increasing the volume and intensity of the previous step
The focus of this squad is to improve the stroke technique, starts and turns in all strokes, including individual medley, watermanship exercises and understanding of sets and more complex training methods, in a fun and friendly environment. 
 
*Any exceptions to the criteria need to be discussed and agreed with the coaches and will be at their discretion.
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