Academy Squad

This squad is divided into three groups (C), (B) and (A), group C having progressed more. At the start of the season, Academy Squad will progress through three six week training cycles. This will be followed by a ten week cycle. Aim to attend three sessions per week. Swimmers progress from Academy either to Junior or Club squad, depending on the needs of the swimmer.

Squad Name

LTAD Stage

Long Term Entry Criteria

Current Entry Criteria

Target Age

Year of Birth

Academy (A)

Fundamentals

50m of two strokes and 25m of the other two.

50m of two strokes and 25m of the other two.

7 to 9

00 to 98

Academy (B)

Swim Skills

Lane Swimming, use of equipment

8 to 9

99 to 98

Academy (C)

Swim Skills

Basic use of clock, maintain technique

9 to 10

98 to 97