Colchester Swimming Club operate a progressive squad structure. Swimmers in the younger squads develop their stroke technique, improve their stamina and speed, whilst working towards achieving ASA Speed Awards at regular time trials.
The Squad criteria are based on the recommendations of the Long Term Athlete Development Programme (LTAD).
Additionally, a standard time for our distance test sets has been put in place for Potential Development and Performance squads to ensure that squad members have the necessary endurance to cope with the training load.
The Squads Administration
Our Chief Coach
Michelle Young
Our Membership Secretary
Julie Johnson
Squad Progression explained
Each of the squad sections detail the minimum requirements for that squad. Progression from one squad to the next will be by approval of the Head Coach. If a squad is full, movement into the squad will be restricted and at the discretion of the Head Coach.
All swimmers must be prepared to represent the club at four (4) Open Meet Competitions a year, compete at Club Championships, County, Regional and National events if the times are secured.
Whilst the overall squad criteria have not changed significantly, squad progression will also be monitored and enforced more closely with regard to training attendance, galas attendance, overall performance and training ethic. Movement between the squads will only be possible by the approval of the Head Coach and when the swimmer's specifc squad criteria have been met.
If you feel that you are unable to meet the criteria for your squad/new squad, you should inform the Head Coach immediately.
Squad Progression Map
Squad Description
The Junior Squad is for swimmers aged 12 or under at the end of the current calendar year. Exceptionally older swimmers may be accepted at the discretion of the Head Coach.
Aim: To develop stroke technique and fitness to enable competitive swimming.
Squads Criteria
Swimmers should be able to:
Target Attendance: 2 sessions per week
JUNIOR (3.5 HRS)
TUESDAY
5.45pm
-6.45pm
GARRISON
FRIDAY
6.00pm-7.30pm
LEISURE WORLD
SUNDAY
07.00am-08.00 am
LEISURE
WORLD
YOUNG POTENTIAL (9.5HRS)
MONDAY
06.00am-07.30am
LEISURE WORLD
MONDAY
5pm-6.30pm
LEISURE WORLD
TUESDAY
5.45pm-6.45pm
GARRISON
WEDNESDAY
06.00am-07.30am
LEISURE WORLD
THURSDAY
7pm-8pm
GARRISON
FRIDAY
6pm-7.3pm
LEISURE WORLD
SUNDAY
07.00am-8.00am
LEISURE WORLD
POTENTIAL (11 HRS)
MONDAY
06.00am-07.30am
LEISURE
WORLD
MONDAY
4.55pm-6.25pm
CCHSG
TUESDAY
05.30am-07.30am
LEISURE
WORLD
TUESDAY
5.45pm-6.45PM
GARRISON
WEDNESDAY
4.55pm-6.25pm
CCHSG
THURSDAY
06.00am-7.30am
LEISURE WORLD
SUNDAY
09.00am-11.00am
GARRISON
PERFORMANCE (11.5 /13 hrs)
MONDAY
06.00am-07.30am
LEISURE
WORLD
MONDAY
5.00pm-6.30pm
LEISURE WORLD
TUESDAY
5.00pm-6.30PM
LEISURE WORLD
THURSDAY
6.00am-07.30am
LEISURE
WORLD
THURSDAY
5.00pm-6.30PM
LEISURE WORLD
FRIDAY
05.30am-07.30 AM
LEISURE WORLD
FRIDAY
4.55pm-6.25 PM
CCHSG
(ALTERNATIVE WEEKS GIRLS/BOYS)
SUNDAY
09.00am-11.00am
GARRISON
PERFORMANCE PLUS (12.5/14 HRS)
MONDAY
5.00pm-6.30pm
LEISURE WORLD
TUESDAY
05.30am-07.30am
LEISURE WORLD
TUESDAY
5.00am-6.30pm
LEISURE WORLD
WEDNESDAY
05.30am-07.30am
LEISURE WORLD
THURSDAY
5.00pm-6.30pm
LEISURE
WORLD
FRIDAY
05.30am-07.30am
LEISURE WORLD
FRIDAY
4.45pm-6.15pm
CCHSG
(GIRLS/ BOYS ALTERNATE WEEKS)
SUNDAY
9.00am-11.00am
GARRISON
ADULTS SWIM, SWIM FITNESS, YOUTH MASTERS.
WEDNESDAY
7.00pm-8.00pm
LEISURE WORLD
THURSDAY
7.00pm-8.00pm
GARRISON
SUNDAY
8.00am-9.00am
LEISURE
WORLD
LAND TRAINING ON ZOOM
TUESDAY and
THURSDAY
7.10-8.10 PM
*** ALL SQUADS 10
YRS PLUS ***
Pay As You Go Clinic
Colchester Leisure World, Cowdray Ave, Colchester, CO1 1YHSquad Fees (subject to change - COVID-19)
The monthly Membership Fees payable by all Squad Swimmer varies per Squad. Squad Fees have been detailed below but with COVID-19 is subject to change:
Junior Squad £56/month
Young Potential Squad £66/month
Potential Squad £74/month
Performance Squad £77/month
Performance Plus £82/month
Masters £50/month
Youth Masters £50/month
Waterpolo £48/month
Youth Waterpolo £36/month
Further information regarding membership can be obtained from our Membership Secretary.
Annual Swim England Membership Fees
The Annual Swim England Membership Fees is payable by all Squad Swimmers as it incorporates the Swim England insurance element of membership.
Category 1 (Non Competitive/Under 9) £18.00
Category 2 (Competitive / Aged 9 and over) £35.00
Category 3 (Coach/Official/Volunteer)
New Club Members
Club Annual Membership Fee
Squad Trial Dates (Subject to change - COVID-19)
Enrolment into Squads is by trial only.
If you are interested in joining our club, please contact our Chief Coach.
If you would like to get involved please contact our Chief Coach or Membership Secretary using our online Form?