Overview
This squad is a progression from the Dolphins Gold squad, comprised of juniors who have demonstrated the technical efficiency and strength consistently in Freestyle, Backstroke and Breaststroke. This squad focuses on furthering technique with added endurance and learning how to build controlled speed. Swimmers must be competing at club nights and are encouraged to attend targeted meets.
Age range
Minimum age dependent on ability
Maximum age 12 for girls, 13 for boys
Number of Sessions Available
4 x 1 hour sessions, 1 x 1.5 hour session
Option to attend Junior Friday Night Racing (FNR) each fortnight
Primary Focus
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- 100m strength and speed in Freestyle, Backstroke and Breaststroke
- 50m technique in Butterfly
- Freestyle technique – Stroke length and a balanced breathing position
- Backstroke technique – Developing strong underwater work and an efficient stroke
- Breaststroke technique – Developing hip drive and the more race specific stroke
- Efficient technique in all transition skills
- Further develop underwater work
- Continue to develop kick strength
Required equipment
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- Water bottle
- SBSC Club Cap
- Goggles
- DMC fins
- Kickboard
- Pull-buoy
- Front-end Snorkel
Assessments
Book online here
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