After the Learn to Train section comes the two Train to Train Squads of Development 1 and Development 2.
The lead coach for these squads is Sarah Young, who is supported by a number of volunteer helpers, the majority of whom are parents of club swimmers or older swimmers. In addition to working poolside during training sessions, coaches also support swimmers at competitions.
To progress from Development 1, swimmers are expected to:
Reinforce all Learn to Train skills techniques and practices as well as:
To progress from Development 2, swimmers are expected to:
Reinforce all previous skills, techniques and practices as well as:
Total training time
6 hours 45 minutes
Your aim should be to use all these hours.
Total training time
9 hours 30 minutes
Your aim should be to use all these hours.
Swimmers who assist with the Development Squads coaching include Jonny, Mattias, Sam and Kyle
Matt Rafiq-Craske, who has two daughters and swims with our Masters section, assists on a Sunday morning. Matt has taken the Level 1 Award in coaching.
James Ball, who has two sons with the club, has also been seen poolside assisting with these squads.