Progression criteria

PROGRESSION CRITERIA

We have five phases of progression within the Club.

• Development one and two (Dvl 1/2 )- 5.30-6.00pm Monday or Thursday. These are Swimmers with NTP level 7 or above working on all four strokes.

• Development three and four 6.00-6.30pm Monday or Thursday. These are Swimmers either Swimmers who have progressed from DVL 1/2 or on joining Club judged to be at this level. As well as stroke they will begin basic starts and turns.

Both these levels are assessed by Chief Coach and Head Teacher. Criteria are efficiency of all strokes and ability to maintain over 25-50m

• Once the strokes are adjudged efficient the Swimmer is offered the chance to come on both Monday and Thursday.

• Following a further assessment the Swimmer can move to “C” Squad where they will continue stroke development, add competitive starts and turns and do stamina work.

• They will have two x 1hr sessions each week.

• At this phase they will be having regular time trials and based on Age, times and ability will be invited to join “B” Squad. They will also be entering the Club Championships and mini galas.

• “B” Squad will have a program to improve stamina , technique and speed and given the opportunity to enter County Champs, County Intermediate and County Development galas.

They have twox1hr sessions each week but will increase the overall distance swum. They will also be encouraged to attend the land work provided and be educated in the importance of mobility, flexibility and stretching. Regular attendance is monitored.

• The final phase is moving to “A” Squad. This is agreed between Chief Coach and “B” squad Coach and is based on Age, Ability, Times and the desire to Compete.

They have seven hours training time and a yearly program is produced . Minimum attendance is required to keep their place.

At this stage they will all be looking to qualify for County and Regional competitions and if possible National.

The Swimmers discuss with Coach their targets for the year and during training individual goals will be recognised.

Records are kept of progress during each training phase with target times based on performance at Club, County and Open meets.

We also have a strong Masters section who train with “A” squad and enter Club, County and Regional events.

We are always looking for that Swimmer with that special talent but know if they appear we do not have the water time at present to help realise their full potential.

If this circumstance arose we would endeavour to provide extra time but also advise them that specialist Coaching would best be gained at establishments such as Kelly College or Bath University