PRE-MASTERS
SQUAD CRITERIA
1. SWIMMING COMPETENCE
To join this squad a swimmer will able to achieve the following;
• Swimmers must be able to swim at least 25m
• A ‘can do’ approach to swimming Swimmers must be able to cope with the training sessions. The criteria serve as guidance.
2. COMMITMENT
To want to develop swimming ability, ideally training once a week.
3. AGE
Men and Women - 18 years and above
Any exceptions to the criteria need to be discussed and agreed with the coaches and will be at their discretion.
4. AIMS AND ASPIRATIONS
The Pre-Masters group is for those adults for whom swimming became either a lesser or forgotten part of life or who have only just become acquainted with the sport. Within this group can be found swimmers of every ability; from those looking to improve their technique and enjoyment of the water environment, right through to those looking to get fit again and perhaps take on the challenge of an indoor or outdoor swimming event. With this in mind, sessions are such that they can be adapted to meet the needs of each swimmer.
For those who wish and feel able to, after consultation with the coach, a transition can be made from this group to the Senior & Masters Squad. Both squads follow the same philosophy: ‘Make swimming a “lifestyle” activity – have fun!’
Training available: 1 hour (1 session) per week.
1. SWIMMING COMPETENCE
To join this squad a swimmer will able to achieve the following;
• Swimmers must be able to swim at least 25m
• A ‘can do’ approach to swimming Swimmers must be able to cope with the training sessions. The criteria serve as guidance.
2. COMMITMENT
To want to develop swimming ability, ideally training once a week.
3. AGE
Men and Women - 18 years and above
Any exceptions to the criteria need to be discussed and agreed with the coaches and will be at their discretion.
4. AIMS AND ASPIRATIONS
The Pre-Masters group is for those adults for whom swimming became either a lesser or forgotten part of life or who have only just become acquainted with the sport. Within this group can be found swimmers of every ability; from those looking to improve their technique and enjoyment of the water environment, right through to those looking to get fit again and perhaps take on the challenge of an indoor or outdoor swimming event. With this in mind, sessions are such that they can be adapted to meet the needs of each swimmer.
For those who wish and feel able to, after consultation with the coach, a transition can be made from this group to the Senior & Masters Squad. Both squads follow the same philosophy: ‘Make swimming a “lifestyle” activity – have fun!’
Training available: 1 hour (1 session) per week.
