Competitive Squad – Bexley Swimming Club

The age of swimmers within this squad should not exceed 14 years.

Variety of aerobic/endurance swimming sets introduced into the programme
Attend all sessions as directed by the squad coach – no less than 80% of sessions per month
Execute, and complete, training sets as required by the squad coach
Introduction to log books containing all training times & competition results
Goal setting with the squad coach
Use the pace clock independently
Develop land conditioning programme
Have all training equipment (log-book, fins, kick-board, pull buoy, drink bottle & skipping rope, finger paddles, snorkel, spare hat and goggles, yoga mat, cup & ball)
Participation in competitions as directed by the squad coach
Follow the Bexley Swimming Club Code of Conduct at all times.

Excellent attitude & behaviour at both training and competitions
Display appropriate development of swimming skills (stroke & transitions)
Qualify for Kent County Championships on a minimum of 1 event
To have competed in all designated competitions as directed
Attend a minimum of 6 of the 7 sessions available (incl. Land Training), on a regular basis
Parents & swimmers to agree to undertake the training commitment required in Senior Performance Squad
Evidence of log-book completion
Respect for coaching staff
Willingness to learn
Good lane discipline
Punctuality
13 years of age (+/- 1 year) or by head coaches’ discretion.