KAL Swim Performance Handbook - October

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1 KAL Swim Performance Handbook - October

2 Contents 1. Introduction 2. KAL Aquatic Journey 3. Vision & Aims 4. KAL Policies 5. KAL Swim Performance Criteria & Programmes 6. Long Term Athlete development 7. Nutrition & equipment 8. Terms & Conditions KAL Swim Performance Handbook - October

3 1. Introduction KAL Swim Performance Kirklees Active Leisure is the charitable trust which manages sports centers, facilities and swimming pools across Kirklees. We are dedicated to increase the number of people taking part in sport, active recreation and wider physical activity and deliver our services via 4 main business areas: KAL Aquatics, KAL Fitness, KAL Sport and KAL Kids. Aquatics is a large business area for KAL and under this umbrella we manage and deliver training to athletes in KAL Swim Performance KAL & BOK Partnership Kirklees Active Leisure works in partnership with BOK swimming Club. KAL Swim Performance provides the training framework for athletes to train to the highest standard in line with British swimming & Long Term Athlete Development recommendations and compete at competition level. BOK is a swimming club which provides membership for athletes wanting to complete at events. KAL Swim Performance Handbook - October

4 2. KAL Aquatic Journey KAL Swim Performance Handbook - October

5 3. Vision & Aims KAL Swim Performance The Vision The expectation for every swimmer to be a better swimmer in the future than they are today, whether that is in 1 day, 1 week, 1 month or 1 year. Every day, thinking about choosing to make World Class decisions, in and out of the pool is an opportunity to become a better swimmer. A bad day, a missed session or anything below 100% commitment is an opportunity missed. Aim Aim of programme: To place swimmers on a pathway to deliver performances at Yorkshire and NER Championships, delivering finalists and medalists at National Senior & Age/Youth and putting swimmers onto English Talent programmes and GB teams. Criteria The criteria is a way of supporting the swimmer through their journey and wherever that takes them, it also gives clarity for coaches and parents in the way that the swimmers are assessed to ensure that the swimmers are in the correct squad for their age and ability. This might take the form of swimmers being relocated from one squad to another to assist in swimmer development. The swimmers pathway might not be in a straight line and might take different twists and turns, please trust us to make the correct decision for your swimmer, we want the right swimmer in the right group to deliver a quality programme. 4. Safeguarding KAL policies and procedures Kirklees Active Leisure have developed an integrated management system for all policy s across all facilities. KAL and BOK also adopt all wave power ASA child safeguarding policies and procedures in line with swim 21 guidance Safeguarding children in club / programmed environment is an integral part of all members activities and is about creating a culture, that provides a safe and happy environment in which children can learn to swim and develop to a level appropriate for their ability. The sport of swimming should be enjoyable and fun, including the competitive aspect at whatever level undertaken, giving the individual concerned a sense of achievement and satisfaction from taking part in the sport. Safeguarding in swimming is based upon the provision of an appropriate environment that is tailored to the needs and requirements of all children. KAL is committed to ensuring that all children who participate in KAL activities should be able to take part in an enjoyable and safe environment and be safeguarded from harm. KAL Swim Performance Handbook - October

6 Parent s Commitment to their Child at KAL Swim Performance. We do ask that parents have a commitment to KAL in line with the commitment your club will have to your child: Adhere to the club s Parents Code of Conduct. Take an interest in your child s training and progress and be supportive. Be punctual when dropping off and picking up your child to & from coaching and whenever possible stay to watch and support them. If your child is under the age of 8 they must be accompanied by a parent / guardian within the facility. If you are unable to stay at sessions ensure your son / daughter has all the appropriate required equipment. Offer your services to the club. The club will always be looking for volunteers to help run Code of Conduct for Parents Parents are expected to: 1. Complete and return the Medical details requested in the log book as requested and detail any health conditions / concerns relevant to your child. Any changes in the state of your child s health should be reported to the coach prior to coaching sessions. Ensure that KAL have up to date contact details for you and any alternative person. 2. Deliver and collect your child punctually to and from coaching sessions/swim meets. Please inform a member of the committee or coaching staff if there is an unavoidable problem. 3. Ensure your child is properly and adequately attired for the training session/events including all required equipment, i.e. hats, goggles, drinks etc. 4. Encourage your child to obey rules and teach them that they can only do their best. 5. Behave responsibly as a spectator at training / meets and treat swimmers, coaches, committee members and parents of yours and other clubs with due respect meeting the ASA commitment to equality. 6. Ensure you do not use inappropriate language within the environment. 7. Show appreciation and support your child and all the team members. 8. Ensure your child s needs are met in terms of nutritional needs and listen to advice given from the club coach / nutritionist. 9. Support KAL, BOK and the committee appropriately and raise any concerns you have in and appropriate manner. 10. Do not enter poolside unless requested to do so or in an emergency. If you wish to have a discussion with the coach this must be in the form of a pre-arranged meeting. 11. Most of all help your child enjoy the sport and achieve to the best of their ability. KAL Swim Performance Handbook - October

7 5. KAL Swim Performance Criteria & Programmes Criteria Break Down 1. Attendance 2. Technique 3. Training Ethos 4. Racing Abilities 5. Log Books 6. Discipline 7. Entry & Progression Requirements 1. Attendance Swimmers improve from three main aspects; Technique, Growth and training. Young swimmers will generally improve from growth and Technique alone but to perform the skills required swimmers should attend all recommended sessions, at youth age attending sessions becomes a vital part of training and improvement, having a huge effect on performance, strength, skill & fitness. As well as being used as a recovery aid. Swimmers not attending will miss out on these areas leading to a decline in performance. Attendance will be monitored on a weekly basis. KAL Swim Performance is continually reviewing to improve on quality. In September 2014 the programme introduced Learn 2 which is a software product which supports the scheme management. Learn 2 measures attendance allowing KAL to monitor levels for all participants. KSP coaches will now be monitoring this along with other criteria as part of the continual improvements. 2. Criteria Review Process Criteria outcomes will be reviewed throughout this process including, completion of log books, attendance, application of skill and attitude, respect for coaches and other athletes in the programme & respect for the facilities used. If for any reason the athlete is unable to achieve the criteria i.e. illness / injury this must be communicated to the Lead Coach and recorded in the Log Book as failure to do so will result in the review process Stage 1. Process Stage 1 KSP Lead Coach will communicate by either e mail / letter sent as a reminder of the squad criteria. Improvements monitored over a 2 week period. Stage 2 A letter will be set to the home address in relation to the criteria with clear outcomes to achieve, swimmers will be monitored on these outcomes for the following 4 weeks. 4 Weeks Review Stage 3 The implementation of Stage 3 will be if insufficient levels of improvement have been observed over the 4 weeks. A meeting with the Lead Coach and Head Coach (if appropriate) to discuss the lack of improvement and a potential exit strategy from the scheme Any athlete that is included in the process more than once in a year will automatically move to Stage 3. KAL Swim Performance Handbook - October

8 3. Technique Technique is a swimmers most important requirement to being successful. Technique takes focus and concentration, having a sound foundation and understanding of technique allows the athlete to build in the necessary intensity and volume that is required later on in a swimmers career without skill levels breaking down. 4. Training Ethos Training is extremely important to a swimmers development as at certain periods of development they will be more receptive to different types of training. A swimmers ability to train well will have a direct impact as to whether they capitalize on that area of progression. A swimmers ability to train will be evaluated on: Regional Performance/Junior Performance 1-2: These squads are important and attendance is crucial to develop, Work Ethic, Concentration, Skill acquisition, communication, and ability to train at a required pace or volume with-out breaking down in skill levels. Senior and National Performance: Building on the skills learnt in the Junior Performance squads, as having these skills Youth level swimmers and above need to have the right mental attitude and the will to want to train to improve. Sessions will be challenging but in order for performance to increase, these sessions must be met with the right mental attitude to gain the maximum benefit. 5. Racing Abilities In swimming the ability to race is extremely important, learning tactics, pacing and a different approach to racing and competing with professional standards and developing good sportsmanship skills is essential to equip the swimmer with the skills wither they win, lose or have to push themselves just to make finals. As each swimmer goes through the programme racing requirements will become more advanced from showing an enjoyment of racing to performing at National level. KAL Swim Performance Handbook - October

9 6. Log Books Completing a log book is a very important part of a swimmers education. They allow the swimmer and coach to see a progression in training ability including aspects like pace work or stroke counting as well as being an excellent form of communication between swimmer, coach and parent. Squad JP1 / JP2 RP / NP / SP Masters Identified Use Compulsory - update and submit every 6month for each swimmer. Criteria / Moves the logbook will be used as the communication tool for swimmers / parents & coach. Swimmers identified for moves through criteria or performance review will be requested to complete the log books initial stages of the process. Recommended athletes are recommended to use this tool as part of their personal development. Criteria / Moves the logbook will be used as the communication tool for swimmers / parents & coach. Swimmers identified for moves through criteria or performance review will be requested to complete the log books initial stages of the process. Not required A template log book can be downloaded from 7. Discipline Every swimmer s behavior towards team mates, coaches and staff will be taken into consideration when for changes in squads. Good behavior is quite often the determining factor when the above criteria are able to be achieved. 8. Entry Criteria Be talent spotted at internal event/external event Apply via the Head Coach and be assessed by a coach in one of the sessions Complete trial in appropriate squad for a min of 2 weeks. Progression Criteria Swimmers that would like to be considered for squad movement must be attending a minimum of the recommended attendance list. All session attendance MUST be discussed with the lead coach before any changes can be made, any swimmer not following this procedure will be required to attend a meeting to discuss other options for that swimmer within the programme. Any swimmer that is competing at a weekend event should ensure they train on the Friday before the event (if applicable) to ensure they keep the feel for the water and are kept in the constant routine. KAL Swim Performance Handbook - October

10 Swimmers should arrive 15 minutes before the start of every session, swimmers arriving late carry the risk of picking up injuries, which in the long term will affect performances and ultimately could affect the swimmers place within the squad. Swimmers must be technically efficient in all the above areas but must hold form in repetition of 200, 400 and 800 or 1500 meters and include 100,200 and 400IM. Swimmers must be able to hold form in Speed, Threshold and Pace sets (Subject to squad all performance). Land based sessions are key to the opening months of the season to develop the swimmers and lay the foundation on which to build, developing swimmers with poor flexibility and core strength could suffer in the gym which may lead them to be removed from these areas until weak or tight areas are improved, this is to prevent injury. The land based work is an essential part of training in the programme. Training is intense so injury prevention exercises must be carried out on a daily basis. KAL Swim Performance Criteria Full Programme work compulsory Land work compulsory Respect other athletes Respect for coaching staff Willingness to learn Punctuality Good Lane Discipline Willingness to support team mates in training sessions and competitions Compete at designated competitions via annual plan published by BOK Parent(s) should volunteer at minimum one BOK internal competition Become a member of BOK (Masters exception) All squad moves will be at the description of the Head Coach Information on joining BOK Swimming Club can be found: KAL Swim Performance Handbook - October

11 Squad Specific Criteria Masters There is a thriving Masters section in the KAL programme and it is geared towards giving training/competition opportunities for adult swimmers 18+. This is a competitive programme so all members are expected to become a member of a club and compete as a minimum of once per year. Sessions are open to all Masters Swimmers. Masters can purchase enhanced membership to provide full use of KAL gym & class facilities. Day Session Time Venue Monday Stadium Wednesday Stadium Thursday Stadium Saturday Stadium Sunday Stadium Junior Performance 2 Minimum 80% attendance Swimmer and Coach to agree sessions in log book. Stretching after every session for 15mins minimum is required Swimmers attend a minimum of 3 sessions per week unless authorised by lead coach to attend 4 to start preparation for transition. Type Duration Weekly attendance Training 1 hrs 3 4 weekly Land Training 45m 2 weekly Day Session Time Venue Monday Wednesday Thursday Spenborough Friday Stadium Saturday Stadium KAL Swim Performance Handbook - October

12 Junior Performance % attendance Swimmer and Coach to agree sessions in log book. Stretching after every session for 15mins minimum is required Swimmers would normally be Yorkshire and NER Qualifiers Type Duration Weekly attendance Training hrs 5/6 weekly Land Training mins 2/3 weekly Day Session Time Venue Monday Spen Tuesday Thursday Friday Sunday Stadium Stadium KAL Swim Performance Handbook - October

13 Regional Performance This squad is for athletes aged up to 18 years old. Regional Performance is the squad that provides a training opportunity for athletes that have talent and want to train hard and compete. Athletes can be sign posted to this squad from Junior Performance 1, National Performance or Senior Performance. This squad is a development opportunity to remain in the program if the criteria cannot be achieved in the other squads or to provide a less intense training schedule for multi discipline athletes. Training is well structured and a high level of discipline is expected within this squad. Athletes in this squad will normally compete in local B+C Grade competitions, Yorkshire/NER Championships and in various open meets. KAL provides alternative opportunities for all squads however Regional Performance will be a focus for KAL to support young aquatic volunteers; this could be to develop as an event volunteer or as a lifeguard or swimming teacher/coach. Swimmers must achieve: 70% minimum weekly attendance Type Duration Weekly attendance Training 1.5-2hrs 4/5 Land Training Gym Option if over 16 Land Training 45 mins 2 weekly Athletes over 16 can purchase plus membership and have full use to KAL fitness facilities Day Session Time Venue Monday Tuesday (Spin) Wednesday Spen Thursday Friday Stadium Stadium Sunday Stadium KAL Swim Performance Handbook - October

14 National Performance 90% attendance Swimmers would normally be Yorkshire medalist and/or NER finalists/medalist Compulsory session - Saturday am pool and land for full squad (unless competing at events) Type Duration Weekly attendance Training hrs 6/7 weekly Land Training mins 3 weekly Land Training Stretch / Rolling 20 mins Daily Day Session Time Venue Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday KAL Swim Performance Handbook - October

15 Senior Performance Squad % attendance Swimmers would normally be NER medalist, National Age/Youth or British Champ Qualifier Sessions are open to all Senior Performance Swimmers, gym sessions will be allocated to small groups by the Head Coach. Pre pool loosen 15minutes prior to session start Post pool stretch 15minutes minimum after the session Type Duration Weekly attendance Training 1.5-2hrs 9/10 weekly Land Training Gym 45 mins 1hr 2/3 weekly Land Training Circuits 30 mins 1hr 2 weekly Land Training Stretching/Rolling 30 mins Daily Day Session Time Venue Monday Tuesday Gym (part squad) Wednesday Thursday Gym(part squad) Friday side Saturday Gym KAL Swim Performance Handbook - October

16 Disability Swimming The great thing about swimming is that it is an inclusive sport that people with a disability can get involved with at every level. Kirklees Swim Academy and BOK deliver a fully inclusive programme and provide opportunities for all from learn to swim to swim performance. Individual assessments will be carried out and the appropriate sessions will be signposted to the swimmer. Classification A number of swimmers have impairments that prevent them from competing against able bodied competitors. These swimmers go through a process called Classification ; the purpose of the classification is that it provides a certificate to ensure that disabled competitors do not get disqualified for performing a stroke incorrectly due to their disability. Functional Classification this process involves a medical test, technical test and observation in competition. Disability Specific Classification Visually impaired Hearing impaired Learning Disability Intellectual Disability Any communications including regarding the KAL Performance Academy contact: KALSwimPerformance@kal.org.uk If you would like to arrange to arrange an appointment with members of staff this must be arranged with the Head Coach, to ensure that we provide the coaches with support we ask that parents only communicate through the Head Coach and not directly with the squad coaches. All selections for the squads will be based on ability and NOT age, it will be a continuous assessment, taking into account factors such as training ability, racing ability, attitude, willingness to change, growth and development, these are just a few of the aspects of the developing swimmer but all aspects will be taken into account when looking at changes in squad numbers. Text Alert & Cancelled Sessions If a session cannot be delivered KAL will endeavor to provide an alternative session, however sometimes sessions may be cancelled at short notice for operational issues which are out of our control. If this happens swimmers will be notified by text alert. Too ensure that correct details are on the system please ensure that membership services (KALMembershipTeam@KAL.org.uk), have your correct details including mobile telephone number. Injuries If a swimmer has an injury, this should be discussed with the lead coach at the earliest opportunity so that programmes can be adjusted to suit the swimmers needs in conjunction with a suitable rehabilitation programme. KAL Swim Performance Handbook - October

17 Complaints, Compliments and Comments Procedure Kirklees Active Leisure has a full customer charter which can be found on the website in the section titled all about us: 6. LONG TERM ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT There are five stages of the LTAD framework: FUNdamental basic movement literacy SwimSkills building technique Training to Train building the engine Training to Compete optimising the engine Training to Win maximising the engine Stage 1: FUNdamentals The FUNdamental stage should be structured and fun. The emphasis is on developing basic movement literacy, and fundamental movement skills. Stage 2: SwimSkills This stage is where young swimmers should learn how to train and develop the skills of their specific sport, and learn the basic technical/tactical skills. Stage 3: Training to Train At this stage there should be an emphasis on aerobic conditioning. This is the stage where there is greater individualisation of fitness and technical training. The focus should still be on training rather than competition, and the training should be predominantly of high volume, low intensity workloads. Stage 4: Training to Compete During the training to compete stage there should be a continued emphasis on physical conditioning, with the focus on maintaining high volume workloads but with increasing intensity. During this stage, training should also focus on developing maximum strength gain through the use of weights. This should be coupled with continued work on core body strength and maintaining suppleness. Stage 5: Training to Win This is the final stage of athletic preparation. The emphasis should be on specialisation and performance enhancement. All of the athletes physical, technical, tactical, mental, and ancillary capacities should now be fully established, with the focus shifting to the optimisation of performance. For more in depth information on the LTAD, please visit or KAL Swim Performance Handbook - October

18 7. Nutrition - Training An athlete should know the importance of their diet and the part it plays in their performance. As part of the training programme KAL will provide support and information about nutrition. Here are some hints to get started. Hydration - 2% dehydration = 10% performance drop. - During training stay hydrated, - drink approximately 750ml per hour - Water/light squash Recovery - Repair, refuel and adapt - Repair: protein. Refuel: carbohydrate - Ensure a combination of 50g-70g carbohydrate (e.g. banana) plus 20-39g protein (e.g. 1 pint of milk) Health - Vitamins and minerals are key, at least 5-7 different pieces of fruit every day Nutrition - Competition 2-4 hours before competing eat one of the meals: - Pasta, chicken and sauce - Jacket potato, tuna and beans - Cereal and toast - Noodles and Bolognese sauce - Sandwiches 1hour before: - Cereals - Fruit - Fruit shakes - Milkshakes Immediately after: - Milkshakes - Milk and banana - Yoghurt drinks - Fruit Smoothies - Sandwiches with lean meat 1 3 hours after: - Sandwiches - Lean beef, rice and sauce - Chicken, pasta and sauce - Fish, potatoes and vegetables - Sweet potato, salad and cottage cheese Equipment All Swimmers - Kick board - Short blade fins - Extra goggles/hats - Pull buoy - Water bottle - T-shirt - Shorts/tracksuit - Running trainers no fashion shoes - Water bottle - Towel (small) - Roller (if appropriate) Junior Performance 2 & above swimmers will need - Finger paddles - Hand paddles - Bands - Snorkel KAL Swim Performance Handbook - October

19 8. KAL SWIM PERFORMANCE TERMS & CONDITIONS 1. MEMBERSHIP 1.1 Upon acceptance of the terms and conditions and payment of a monthly direct debit fee one month in advance, swim performance athletes ( Athlete ) will be entitled to participate in the programme activities. This will be deemed a Swim Performance Membership. 1.2 If the athlete is under 18, a parent/guardian must sign to accept the terms and conditions of membership and an associated direct debit mandate on behalf of the athlete and bring the relevant clauses to their attention. 1.3 Each Athlete under the age of 16 can receive a Junior KAL card to use across KAL sites. 1.4 Each Athlete over the age of 16 can have a Plus membership for an increased rate and utilize the KAL gym facilities. 2. PAYMENTS 2.1 A valid Direct Debit instruction to pay monthly must be in place at all times during the Membership. 2.2 Should fees not be paid by direct debit on time, we reserve the right to refuse the Athlete access to the programme until such fees are paid. 3. DELIVERY OF PROGRAMME 3.1 Monthly Direct Debit fees are inclusive of all programme activities and account for programme alterations inclusive of holiday programme shut down. 3.2 Where there is facility closure (full or part), KAL will endeavor to provide alternate activities where possible. 3.3 No refunds will be made for nonattendance on the part of the athlete for whatever reason. 3.4 Notwithstanding clause 3.3 above, in our absolute discretion, refunds will be considered where an athlete cannot attend for 1 month or longer due to illness or injury. A valid doctor s note or medical report must be presented for any such refund to be considered. 3.5 When an Athlete receives a movement letter from the Head Coach this should be taken to reception and an amendment form should be completed with the letter attached. 4. CANCELLATION 4.1 If you wish to cancel your Membership you can do so at any time by giving a least one month s written notice. 4.2 Failure to give the required notice will result in fees for the following month remaining outstanding. 4.3 Direct Debit instructions must not be cancelled until the final payment has been taken. 4.4 If any fees remain outstanding for a period of one month, Membership will be cancelled, places in the programme will be withdrawn and access to facilities refused until such times as payment of arrears is made. KAL Swim Performance Handbook - October

20 5. FEES 5.1 We reserve the right to increase monthly direct debit fees each year or at such other times as we deem necessary. If we do so we will give you at least 10 days notice before any such increase takes effect. 6. GENERAL 6.1 Upon signing up to the programme a membership card will be issued. This must be brought upon each attendance and presented to staff/access control systems as required. 6.2 A charge will be made for replacement membership cards. 6.3 Minors remain the responsibility of the parent/carer at all times whilst using the facilities. 6.4 You must inform us of any medical condition an Athlete may have at the time of joining and any subsequent session. You must make sure any medication required during the session is made available. 6.5 We may suspend the programme at any time provided we give you no less than four 4 weeks notice. 6.6 Membership is not transferable. Each Athlete is required to have their own individual Membership. 6.7 Photography of any type is strictly prohibited in our facilities without explicit prior approval. 6.8 Whilst we take care to make our facilities as secure as reasonably possible each Athlete is responsible for the safekeeping of any belongings they bring into our facilities. They are encouraged not to bring valuables with them, and we do not accept liability for any loss or damage to any items brought into our facilities. 6.9 Further rules concerning conduct and health and safety in our facilities may be issued from time to time. These will form part of the terms and conditions so please do read them carefully and make sure that the Athlete understands them and abides by them All personal information submitted to us will be collected lawfully in accordance with the data protection act We may use this personal data to communicate with you about membership and to compile statistics regarding the programme. These statistics may be available to third party e.g. Sport England, however, statistics are compiled in a way in which no individual can be identified Information will not be kept by BOK once a person is no longer a member of the club. The information will be disclosed only to those members of the club for whom it is appropriate and relevant officers of the Amateur Swimming Association or British Swimming. KAL Swim Performance Handbook - October

21 7. PHOTOGRAPHY 7.1 KAL and the BOK club may wish to take photographs (individual & in groups) of swimmers under the age of 18 that may include your child during their membership of the club. All photos will be taken in line with ASA policy. KAL & BOK club requires parental consent to take and use these photographs. Parents do have the right to refuse agreement to their child being photographed. Photographs may be used in the following ways: Use on clubs secure website Included on newspaper articles Used on club notice boards Videos for training purposes only Taken by a professional photographer (suitably approved) at competitions Contacts KAL Aquatics Information BOK Swimming Club ASA KAL Swim Performance Handbook - October