PERFORMANCE 1
SQUAD CRITERIA
1. SWIMMING COMPETENCE
To join this squad a swimmer must be able to perform:
Swimmers must be proficient in all strokes and be able to cope with the training load and intensity of the training sessions. A transition from Performance 2 or CDT is arranged on a monthly trial basis after discussion with parents, swimmers and coaches. 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 available 14.5 hours (7 sessions) per week, including 1h land training (pilates).
Minimum weekly commitment is 5 x pool sessions and 1 x land training session a week.
Competitions: As this is the top squad of the club, swimmers are expected to compete and represent BSC at all team events, such as National Age Group Championships, Regional & County Championships, Level 1 & Level 2 Licensed Open Meets, Club Championships, National Arena Swimming League and other Inter Club Swim Leagues. IAPS or other school galas are not part of the SWIM ENGLAND programme, so they will not be considered.
Swimmers not attending or competing regularly will continue their activity with JPD or SPD.
3. AGE
Girls and Boys 12 & OVER.
4. AIMS AND ASPIRATIONS
Swimmers are expected to achieve success at both county and regional levels and to have the aspiration to gain national qualifying times and compete at national events. The main objective for Performance 1 swimmers is to qualify in all events for Surrey County Championships and qualify with at least four different strokes and two different distances for London Region Championships. A more individual approach allows the coach to work closely with the swimmers and maximises swimmers' opportunity to reach their potential in the long term. The programme is based on Long Term Athlete Development Plan. A strong work ethic is essential with a serious attitude towards achieving personal success.
The sport becomes a “lifestyle” choice. Swimmers are expected to have the aspiration & ability to achieve success at county, regional and national level.
*Any exceptions to the criteria need to be discussed and agreed with the coaches and will be at their discretion. Swimmers who excel in one particular stroke and are not able to achieve all the criteria may be considered but is at the discretion of the coach.
1. SWIMMING COMPETENCE
To join this squad a swimmer must be able to perform:
- ASA competitions, obtaining at least a County Qualifying Time (available on the website or on the poolside for consultation) in most events.
- Full commitment and hard work, with potential to qualify for the London Region Championship.
- Regular training in order to handle an average of 5,000/7,000 metres per 2 hours session.
Swimmers must be proficient in all strokes and be able to cope with the training load and intensity of the training sessions. A transition from Performance 2 or CDT is arranged on a monthly trial basis after discussion with parents, swimmers and coaches. 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 available 14.5 hours (7 sessions) per week, including 1h land training (pilates).
Minimum weekly commitment is 5 x pool sessions and 1 x land training session a week.
Competitions: As this is the top squad of the club, swimmers are expected to compete and represent BSC at all team events, such as National Age Group Championships, Regional & County Championships, Level 1 & Level 2 Licensed Open Meets, Club Championships, National Arena Swimming League and other Inter Club Swim Leagues. IAPS or other school galas are not part of the SWIM ENGLAND programme, so they will not be considered.
Swimmers not attending or competing regularly will continue their activity with JPD or SPD.
3. AGE
Girls and Boys 12 & OVER.
4. AIMS AND ASPIRATIONS
Swimmers are expected to achieve success at both county and regional levels and to have the aspiration to gain national qualifying times and compete at national events. The main objective for Performance 1 swimmers is to qualify in all events for Surrey County Championships and qualify with at least four different strokes and two different distances for London Region Championships. A more individual approach allows the coach to work closely with the swimmers and maximises swimmers' opportunity to reach their potential in the long term. The programme is based on Long Term Athlete Development Plan. A strong work ethic is essential with a serious attitude towards achieving personal success.
The sport becomes a “lifestyle” choice. Swimmers are expected to have the aspiration & ability to achieve success at county, regional and national level.
*Any exceptions to the criteria need to be discussed and agreed with the coaches and will be at their discretion. Swimmers who excel in one particular stroke and are not able to achieve all the criteria may be considered but is at the discretion of the coach.
