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Intro Squad
Purpose:
Transition our athletes from the teacher-driven LTS environment to the athletes-driven squad environment, and cultivate the team culture of competitive swimming. Swimmers will learn the structure, standards, and expectations of squad swimming. Swimmers in this squad are typically 8-12 years old.
Prerequisites:
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Have an understanding of all 4 competitive strokes
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Be able to complete at least 100m of Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke and 50m of butterfly under FINA rules
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Be able to complete tumble turns
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Confidently dive off a block
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Contain stamina and perseverance complete the 1-hour training sessions
Training Expectations:
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Dedicated to complete 1-2 Pool Sessions per week
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Wear a cap & goggles, and bring water bottle and required equipment to every session
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Take on feedback and make veritable efforts to improve technique and skills as advised by coaches
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Show engagement and strong work ethic throughout the training session
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Adhere to lane etiquette expectations
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Support other members of the Intro Squad and be a good teammate
Competition Expectations:
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Compete in encouragement meets targeted by Cheltenham
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Compete in at least three strokes and/or the IM
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May participate in Swimming Victoria meets if registered as a Swimming Victoria member