MASTERS

The Lead Coach in consultation with the Head Coach have agreed the criteria requirements for Masters

 The Lead Coach will continually assess swimmers within this squad to monitor progress.

 Attendance will be monitored and recorded and this will form part of any decision making process.

 SQUAD AIMS

The squad is for senior swimmers, focusing on training for Masters Level Competition (where appropriate) and team fixtures. The squad aims to develop and improve competitive swimming performances for senior swimmers. the Masters Squad programme is for swimmers aged 18+ unless agreed by the Head Coach.

MASTERS SQUAD ELIGIBILITY

  • All swimmers must compete at the Club Championships and team galas if considered appropriate.
  • All swimmers must attend a minimum of 2 water sessions out of 4 unless agreed with the coach.
  • All swimmers must compete in team and open competition if selected unless greed with the coach.
  • All swimmers must have good all round technical abilities and skills.
  • All swimmers must have the ability to cope with training demands of the squad.
  • All swimmers must have the ability to cope with training demands of the squad.
  • The Head Coach will have the final decision  on all squad moves.

Equipment Required

Swimmers must bring all necessary equipment to training sessions (fins, hand paddles, small pull buoy, kickboard, skipping rope, drinks bottle)

Coaching Team

Steve Heaps (Lead Coach)

Paul Davison

For a downloadable version of the Squad Criteria please click here