Junior

The Junior Squad builds on fundamental swimming skills while helping children learn how to train and develop a genuine love for the sport in a fun and supportive environment. The primary focus is on learning competitive stroke and race techniques, with an emphasis on stroke efficiency, teamwork, basic training etiquette, and discipline. Recommended attendance: 2–4 sessions per week.

Bronze

The Bronze Squad is designed for swimmers aged 10 years and over who are aiming to compete at Brisbane and State level events. Swimmers are introduced to a variety of racing opportunities as they continue to refine all four competitive strokes and improve their turns, starts, and finishes. Training incorporates more advanced drills and techniques to support skill progression and racing confidence. Recommended attendance: 3–5 sessions per week.

Silver

The Silver Squad is for State Qualifying swimmers aged 12 years and over. Sessions continue to emphasize strong stroke technique while introducing increased aerobic endurance, racing skills, and dry land training. The focus is on developing competition-ready conditioning and positive training habits that support long-term athlete success. In addition to pool training, Silver Squad swimmers attend two Strength & Conditioning sessions per week, which are essential for building strength, mobility, and assisting with injury prevention as swimmers mature and performance demands increase. Recommended attendance: 5–6 sessions per week, as agreed with the coach.

Gold

The Gold Squad caters to National Age and Open swimmers aged 14 years and over who are highly committed to the sport and aspire to compete at the highest levels. Entry into this squad is at the coach’s discretion. Alongside pool training, Gold Squad swimmers participate in two Strength & Conditioning sessions per week, supporting strength development, mobility, and injury prevention while maximising performance and endurance. Recommended attendance: 7–9 sessions per week, or as agreed with the coach.

Long-Term Athlete Development

Our coaching program follows Swimming Queensland’s Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD) model, ensuring swimmers receive age-appropriate training at each stage of their development. This approach supports sustainable progression, athlete wellbeing, and long-term success in the sport.