AGE GROUP SQUAD

The Age Group squad is the next stage in competitive swimming after the Junior Squad. Swimmers in this squad are working towards achieving qualifying times for regional and national competitions. Swimmers  range in age from 11 - 14 years. During this stage of swimming, swimmers will further refine their swimming technique and develop greater speed and endurance. Training becomes more structured and intense, with a focus on stroke refinement aerobic capacity and race-specific skills. Swimmers will often compete in lots of competitions to gain experience and improve their competitive skills.  Mental preparation and goal-setting aspects are continued to be worked upon during this stage. Age group squad trains 5 times a week in Sportslink & Westwood, Clontarf, our training times can be found here

Pre-requisites 

1. 1. Swim Ireland Membership : All swimmers must become members of Swim Ireland, this will be arranged via the club. And the cost is included as part of the club registration fee.
   2. Sportslink Membership:  All swimmers must become members of Sportslink. There is an annual family membership that is offered to club members. Please contact Sportslink directly.
   3. Criteria for Age Group:  

• • Age Group Squad: 11-14 Years
  • Swimmers entering age group would usually be within 5 - 10 % of Regional and/or National Qualifying times
  • Efficient and effectiveness through all 4 strokes
  • Swimmers must be mentally and physically prepared for hard and challenging workloads
  • Swimmers must demonstrate a positive attitude and work ethic
  • Swimmers and parents are expected to communicate openly and honestly with coaches.
  • Punctuality at all sessions is expected. (be on the pool bank 10 -15 minutes before session)
  • Swimmers must prepare correctly, pre pool loosen - 10 -15  minutes prior to session start
  • Swimmers must recover correctly, post pool stretch - 10 minutes minimum after the session
  • Swimmer is expected to compete at Regional & National meets that they qualify for
  • Swimmers and parents should be aware of Senior Squad Criteria
  • Attendance: Minimum 90% attendance is a mandatory requirement. (including all morning sessions)
    • Every six months, a review will take place. Swimmers with less than 70% attendance without a valid reason will no longer be eligible to remain in the squad
    • Attendance at gym sessions is a mandatory requirement.
  • Progression Criteria:
    • Swimmers who do not qualify for the National Age Group Championships for two consecutive seasons may no longer be eligible to remain in the squad
  • Gala entries by COACHES ONLY
  • Coaches’ decision is Final.

Fees

• • Club registration fee: Please contact for fee information

  • Club swim fee: Due Monthly : Please contact for fee information