Lead

James Wright

Support

Faith Teare, Cameron Leslie

Aims

This squad represents an introduction to club swimming with an opportunity for the swimmer to understand whether it is right for them and for the Head Coach to welcome them to the club, assessing their ability at entry.

Swimmers will learn the basics of lane etiquette and have the opportunity to ask questions about the ongoing pathway.

 This is not an extended trial – swimmers are full members of the club and open to the same opportunities as all other members. The Head Coach has discretion where another squad might be more appropriate – and equally the swimmer may wish to stay in this environment longer to feel more comfortable.

Suggested Equipment

• Swimwear in line with Swim England guidance
• Swimming Hat
• Plastic refillable water bottle

Entry Requirements

• Be at least 7 years of age
• Have passed a Swim England Stage 6 ‘Learn to Swim’ award or equivalent and be working towards Stage 7

Requirements to Move on from this Squad

• Have completed a period of no less than 4 months registered with the club with 75% attendance (exceptions for injury and compassionate absence)
• Have been assessed by the Swim Co-Ordinator and Head Coach and allocated an appropriate permanent squad in line with the entry requirements of that squad
• Demonstrate an age-appropriate awareness of the club Code of Conduct for swimmers, supported by a parent or guardian