Performance Development Squad

Coach: Jodie Yates [email protected]

Squad Rep: Sarah Hill

Venues: The Quays & Regents Park

Schedule from September 2025

Entry Criteria

• Aged 8+ years
• Head Coach’s discretion

Attendance

Swimmers should aim to attend a minimum 3 sessions per week, with at least one weekday morning.

Aims

Swimmers in our Performance Development Squad should be highly motivated, aiming to improve their technique, overall fitness and speed across all strokes.

Participation in Time Trials, Galas, Team Events and Open Meets are all strongly encouraged by the coaches.

By regularly competing as part of the Perfomance Development Squad, swimmers should aim to improve their official times and this will be closely linked to their squad progression.

Pathway Progression

Our squad structure is designed to help every swimmer reach their full potential. Progression is a result of consistent effort and strong performance, and all decisions are made by the Head Coach.

• For swimmers striving for excellence: Exceeding the squad’s training requirements and consistently improving your personal best times at competitions can earn you a place in the Junior Performance Squad.
• For maintaining your position: Regular attendance is the foundation of every athlete's development. Swimmers who do not meet the required attendance will be moved to the Age Group Competitive Squad.

The final decision on squad placement rests with the Head Coach, who evaluates each swimmer's overall development.

Squad Training Items

Please check our Club Shop page for details of preferred suppliers.

• 2x swim hat
• 2x goggles
• Fins
• Snorkel
• Kick board
• Pull buoy
• Ankle band
• Finger Paddles
• Hand Paddles
• Resistance band (land training)
• 1 litre water bottle

Squad Fees from June 2025: £84.00 per month

Interested in joining? find out how to join us today.