SQUADS
Our competition training squads have produced some of the most competitive age group podium finishers and record holders in the region and also the country. Our comprehensive programmes allow the flexibility for all disciplines to work together and fit swim training into busy schedules.
All our coaches are Swimming NZ accredited and have experience at both regional and national level.
We have 5 Squads:
Mini Squad • Development Squad • Teen Fit • Regional Squad • National Squad
Competitive squads are by invitation only, please contact us or book now for an assessment time.
All Squad classes take place at Gisborne Olympic Pool Complex
MINI SQUAD
1 - 3 sessions a week
60 min each
Mini Squad is our entry level squad where swimmers will learn the essential skills for training and racing. Our young swimmers working together to achieve personal and team goals, build fitness and stamina and work on technical efficiency while developing all four strokes.
Approximate age: 8 - 10 yrs
By invitation only, swimmers are selected from our Stroke Development programme or are assessed prior to starting.
| M | T | W | T | F | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.30pm | 3.30pm | 3.30pm | 3.30pm | 3.30pm |
Objectives
400 Freestyle
200 kick
8 x 50 Freestyle in 1.15 min
50 Butterfly
100 IM
Turns / Starts
Club nights
League Races
Meets (local)
DEVELOPMENT SQUAD
2 – 3 sessions per week
1 hr each
Development Squad is for motivated swimmers who demonstrate consistency in training, have a good attitude, and are keen to swim competitively at interzonal, regional, and local meets. Swimmers work together to achieve personal and team goals, build fitness and stamina and work on technical efficiency while developing all four strokes.
Approximate age: 9 - 11 yrs
By invitation only
| M | T | W | T | F | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.30–4.30pm | 3.30–4.30pm | 3.30–4.30pm | 3.30–4.30pm | 3.30–4.30pm |
Objectives
500 Freestyle
200 IM
200 Kick timed/8 x 75 on 1.30
Quals for Regional Champs
Club night
League Races
Meets (local)
Meets (Regional)
TEEN FIT
1-3 sessions per week
60 min each
Teen Fit has been developed for swimmers who aren’t interested in competitive swimming, but wish to become or remain swim fit. Swimmers are encouraged to attend our Club nights. A really fun option and great way to keep our tamariki fit and engaged.
Approximate age: 11 - 15 yrs
| M | T | W | T | F | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.30–4.30pm | 3.30–4.30pm | 3.30–4.30pm | 3.30–4.30pm | 3.30–4.30pm |
Objectives
400 Freestyle sub 9min
Fitness / skills water competence / Bronze SLS
Term 1 & 4 surf / sea swim 400m
Club night
REGIONAL SQUAD
3 - 5 sessions per week
1.5 hrs each
The Regional Squad is for swimmers who are dedicated and motivated. Swimmers who demonstrate training consistency, have a good attitude, promise, and are keen to compete at national, regional and local meets. They will be introduced to more advanced technical and training elements, continue building on their fitness and stamina and work towards achieving their personal and team goals.
Approximate age: 11+ yrs
By invitation only
| M | T | W | T | F | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.00–7.30am | 6.00–7.30am | 6.00–7.30am | 6.00–7.30am | 6.00–7.30am | 6.30–8.30am |
| 4.30–6.00pm | 4.30–6.00pm | 4.30–6.00pm | 4.30–6.00pm | 4.30–6.00pm |
Objectives
800m / Tests
Nationals
Qualify for Div 2
Regional Finals
Club night, League Races, meets (local), Meets (Regional), Regional Champs
NATIONAL SQUAD
5 - 8 sessions per week
1.5 hrs weekday sessions
2hrs Saturday sessions
National Squad swimmers demonstrate outstanding training consistency, show fantastic individual and team attitude, promise, and are keen to compete at national, regional and local meets. Swimmers are expected to have a very high skill and technical level and train with purpose and drive, with a focus on competitive swimming success.
By invitation only
| M | T | W | T | F | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.00–7.30am | 6.00–7.30am | 6.00–7.30am | 6.00–7.30am | 6.00–7.30am | 6.30–8.340am |
| 4.30–6.00pm | 5.00–6.30pm | 4.30–6.00pm | 5.00–6.30pm | 4.30–6.00pm |
Objectives
Regional Medals / National Finals / Test sets
Club night
League Races
Meets (local)
Meets (Regional)
Regional Champs
National Champs
