Blue Squad (Entry Level)

LEAD COACH : KAREN DALE-WOOD

INTRODUCTION :

This is the entry level squad for most new members. This squad will introduce swimmers to the culture and ethos of TWHST along with the squad structure and club swimming as a whole.

Swimmers in this squad will be able to progress their swimming from swimming lessons.

The sessions in this squad will be highly focused on technique and skill based activities. Once the skill base is at a certain point then they will get the opportunity to progress into the next squad.

Swimmers will also be given the opportunity to start competing in internal galas and lower level leagues (Friendly and Hambleton). They will learn the processes of swimming galas, rules of the sport, lane etiquette, organisation, and also how to conduct themselves in training and also a competitive environment.

Equipment used in this squad:

  • Kick boards, Pull Buoys
  • Optional=fins (we will provide)

TRAINING TIMES :

DAYTIMETYPEVENUE
Tuesday18.00-18.30SwimThirsk Pool
Friday18.30-19.00SwimThirsk Pool
Sunday08.00-08.30SwimThirsk Pool

Total Amount Of Weekly Pool Time : 1.5 Hours Per Week

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES :

  • To introduce swimmers to a club and competitive swimming
  • To introduce swimmers to training and competitive environments
  • To learn basic skills in all 4 strokes, and introduce individual medley swimming
  • To learn all turns, (legal) by ASA guidelines and rules
  • To learn how to dive to the level of the competitive start award

SELECTION CRITERIA :

  • Age Guide  6-10 years old
  • Able to swim a minimum of 50m without buoyancy aids on at least 2 legal strokes etc.
  • Above NTP Stage 7

COMMITMENT CRITERIA :

  • Advised 2 sessions per week
  • Always arrive on poolside 5 minutes before the session is due to start with hats and goggles on ready to go
  • Always arrive with the following equipment:- Hat, Goggles, Drink
  • Regular participation in Tadpole galas and any other team galas they are eligible for
  • Sessions must be completed to the swimmers best ability

EXIT CRITERIA :

  • Swimmers unable to achieve the published commitment criteria unless discussed and cleared by the squad coach/teacher
  • Swimmers fails to adhere to the TWHST code of conduct
  • Swimmers not conducting themselves in a way that they can achieve the squads aims and objectives (Technical, Physical, Mental) in this instance they may be referred to swimming lessons
  • Inconsistent attendance eg missing more than two weeks without explanation