SQUAD STRUCTURE

There are 6 squads that form the Haslemere squad structure. Swimmers of the correct

age and ability are assessed according to the relevant squad criteria, as well as being

assessed on their enthusiasm, motivation and dedication for the sport.

HSC also provides training opportunities for its existing members that wish to swim

for fitness and social benefits.

The squads are as follows:

National Squad led by Head Coach Lawrie Thomson Profile

Swimmers selected to train in this squad will benefit from 4 evening and 5 morning
sessions per week. They will have shown the appropriate level of commitment, dedication ,
experience and talent. Selection Criteria

The training in this squad is demanding. It's emphasis is on distance training to maintain
aerobic fitness combined with the fine tuning of technique. Swimmers in this squad will be
expected to attend all evening sessions and a minimum of two early morning sessions.
Training for high level competition: County championships, SE Region, National and
International competition.

Total hours available - 18 Hours + 1 Hour Land Training

National Development Squad led by Head Coach Lawrie Thomson

Swimmers selected to swim in this squad will benefits from 4 evenings and 3 morning
sessions per week. Swimmers will be expected to attend all sessions as far as practically
possible. Squad Criteria

They will have demonstrated a commitment to improve stroke technique and stamina
and show a significant level of dedication. The training in this squad will be demanding
with the emphasis on aerobic conditioning and improvements to stroke technique.
Improvement of strength and flexibility. Endurance and sprint work; still with emphasis
on stroke technique. Conditioning of swimmers for entry into County Championships and
training them to obtain regional and national qualifying times. Transition to advanced training
in the National squad.

National Development Squad Guidelines

Total hours available - 11 + 1 Hour Land Training

Age Group Squad led by Coach Penny Perry

Swimmers selected to swim in this squad will benefits from 4 evenings and 2 morning
sessions per week. Swimmers will be expected to attend all sessions as far as practically
possible. Squad Criteria

They will have demonstrated a commitment to improve stroke technique and stamina and
show a significant level of dedication.

Introduction of endurance, strength and flexibility training. Continuation of stroke technique.
Conditioning of swimmers for entry into county Age Group competitions.

Total hours available - 10

Bronze Squad led by Coach Penny Perry

Swimmers selected to swim in this squad will benefit from 3 evenings sessions per week.
You will be expected to attend all the sessions.

Squad members will have demonstrated a commitment to improvement of stroke
technique and stamina.You will show a significant level of dedication. Training in this
squad will consist of stroke technique andlow intensity base aerobic work and
race preparation.

Total hours available - 6.5 hours

Development Squad led by Coach Alison Baranowski Profile

Swimmers selected to swim in this squad will benefit from 3 sessions per week.
You will be expected to attend all the sessions.

Introduction to competitive swimming. Improvement of water skills by concentrating on
stroke technique by use of drills.

The emphasis in this squad is on skill development for all 4 strokes, together with learning
to train.

This is a transitional phase with emphasis changing from teaching to a more equal balance
of technique work and physical conditioning.

Novice Squad led by Coach Alison Baranowski

Swimmers selected for this squad will get 1-2 sessions per week.
You will be expected to attend all the sessions.

Advanced stroke lessons. The emphasis in this squad is to improve standards of swimming
ability ready for acceptance into the Development Squad.

Intermediate Club Squad

The intermediate club squad is for swimmers that cannot meet the full

commitments of the Age Group or National Development squads and

offers structured training in a relaxed environment. Squad Criteria

Senior Club Squad

The Senior Club squad is for swimmers that cannot meet the full commitments

of the National Squad. Squad Criteria

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