Squad progression is assessed on an individual basis and swimmers move up at the coach’s discretion. Those who are keen to enter the next squad are encouraged to approach the coach to discuss which skills they need to work on in order to progress.
We are also affiliated with Swimming Queensland and offer swimmers the opportunity to compete at local meets as a member of Element Swimming Club. You can become a member by joining via the Swimming QLD.
Development Squad
3.15pm - 4.00pm (Mon - Thurs PM)
7.00am - 8.00am (Tues & Thurs AM)
8.00am to 9.00am (Sat AM)
- 45 min session (comprised of 15 mins strength and 30 min swim)
- Focus on starts, turns, push offs & lane etiquette
- Drills to aim stroke development and technique
- Introduction to the Element Swimming culture & team values.
Bronze Squad
3.15pm to 5.00pm (Mon - Thurs PM)
6.30am to 8.15am (Tues & Thurs AM)
7.00am to 9.00am (Sat AM)
- 1 hour 45 min session (includes optional 45 min strength training)
- Improve on skills & technique to begin competition
- Develop and strengthen freestyle, backstroke, butterfly & breaststroke.
Silver Squad
3.15pm to 5.30pm (Mon - Thurs PM)
6.30am to 8.15am (Tues & Thurs AM)
7.00am to 9.00am (Sat AM)
- 2 hours 15 min session
- Includes compulsory 45 min strength training
- Refined technique and skill work to improve speed and endurance
- Aimed to be more challenging for swimmers looking to compete.
Gold Squad
5.00pm to 7.00pm (Mon - Thurs PM)
6.30am to 8.15am (Tues & Thurs AM)
7.00am to 9.00am (Sat AM)
- 2 hour 15 min session
- Includes compulsory 45 min strength training
- For competitive swimmers only (requires 4 swim sessions per week)
- Race specific training sets designed to push & challenge swimmers mentally & physically.
