2017/18 Member Handbook Melbourne Vicentre Swimming Club

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1 2017/18 Member Handbook Melbourne Vicentre Swimming Club

2 CONTENTS 1. CONTACT US ABOUT MELBOURNE VICENTRE SWIMMING CLUB MISSION & VISION VALUES AND CULTURE MEMBER SUPPORT AND GOVERNANCE ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE MEMBERSHIP & SQUAD FEES DEVELOPMENT PATHWAY SQUAD SUMMARY COMMUNICATION CONDUCT UNIFORM COMPETITION SPORTS MEDICINE TREATMENT AND INJURY REPORTING MVC PREFERRED SERVICE PROVIDERS VENUE ACCESS Appendix A. SQUAD INFORMATION Podium Performance National Performance National Age MVC Senior MVC Age (MSAC) MVC Age (Glen Iris) MVC Junior (MSAC) MVC Junior (Glen Iris) Welsh Squad (MSAC) Swim Fit (Glen Iris) Livingstone Squad (MSAC) Livingstone Squad (Glen Iris) Rooney Squad (MSAC & Glen Iris) Masters (MSAC & Glen Iris) MVC Handbook Page 2

3 1. CONTACT US Melbourne Vicentre Swimming Club Box 8 Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre Aughtie Drive Albert Park 3206 T: (03) E: info@vicentre.org.au Additional Training Venues: Glen Iris Korowa Anglican Girls School Ranfurlie Crescent Glen Iris 3146 MVC HPTC MSAC Level 3 adjacent to MSAC Wellness Zone MSAC Gym Behind indoor grandstands, official s room or as advised by MVC Melbourne Aquatic Learn to Swim + Water Safety Korowa Anglican Girls School Ranfurlie Crescent Glen Iris 3146 T: (03) E: melbourneaquatic@vicentre.org.au 2. ABOUT MELBOURNE VICENTRE SWIMMING CLUB Melbourne Vicentre Swimming Club (MVC) is one of the highest achieving and most successful swimming clubs in Australia. MVC was formed in 1988 following the amalgamation of Melbourne Aquatic and ACI Vicentre swimming clubs. It is affiliated with Swimming Victoria, the peak body for swimming in the state, and Metro District South. MVC amalgamated with Malvern Swimming Club Inc. in MVC has a strong culture of high performance. As illustrated by its Hall of Fame the Club has developed many swimming champions that have represented Australia at Olympics, World Championships and Commonwealth Games. The culture of high performance continues in 2017/18 with three current swimmers Mack Horton, Kotuku Ngawati and Daniel Cave achieving national representation for the upcoming World Championships. The Club enjoys a partnership with one of the world's foremost sporting facilities, the Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre, and also runs a junior program at Glen Iris. MVC employs a team of highly qualified and experienced coaches. The MVC squad program is comprehensive providing for competitive swimmers from eight years to elite international athletes and on to adult squads for swimmers enjoying a mix of competitive and social swimming. MVC operates Melbourne Aquatic Learn-to-Swim and Water Safety (MAQ) for beginners from age three to swimmers competent in all four strokes ready to progress to the MVC squad program. MVC Handbook Page 3

4 Itoman Swim School Group For over 30 years MVC has had a sister-club association with the Itoman Swim School Group from Japan. Each year MVC hosts a representative Itoman team during the Victorian Championships, billeting 8-10 swimmers and supporting Itoman coaching staff throughout the Championships. In 2017 Itoman will host a team of MVC junior swimmers to attend the Itoman Invitational Age Championships. 3. MISSION & VISION Mission Statement Empowering swimmers to be champions in life Vision To lead the swimming community through successful partnerships, participation, growth and performance excellence. We aim to foster good citizenship and the capacity in every individual to reach their full potential in the sport of swimming and in life within a supportive environment for the swimmers and their families. 4. VALUES AND CULTURE MVC Swimmers: Develop enthusiasm, resilience, perseverance and motivation to achieve their best Develop initiative and independence Be aware of their actions and the impact these have on those around them Understand and value themselves and respect those around them Become responsible members of the community Accept responsibility for their own development as athletes and people Learn problem solving skills & strategies to overcome challenges & disappointment MVC Staff and Board Support the Club s mission and vision Are positive role models through their words, attitudes, behaviour and actions Foster a safe environment of tolerance, friendship and enjoyment Encourage excellence in all endeavors Support members toward realising their potential Are progressive and passionate Are active ambassadors for MVC MVC Handbook Page 4

5 5. MEMBER SUPPORT AND GOVERNANCE MVC aims to provide the best environment to support the development of swimmers to their full potential. The Club has a number of policies which aim to facilitate a supportive, caring and inclusive environment for all members. Such policies can be located on the website, or contact the Office. If any member has any concerns please let the Club know. All issues will be responded to quickly with respect and support. Grievance Process Member concerns should initially be directed to your Squad Coach. If the issue is not able to be resolved satisfactorily, or you would like further advice or support, please arrange a time to discuss with CEO Damien Arnold ceo@vicdentre.org.au or Head Coach Craig Jackson craigj@vicentre.org.au. Club policies and Frameworks Melbourne Vicentre is committed to ensuring the Club is fully compliant, well controlled and best practice in its operations. It fully supports the Swimming Australia and Swimming Victoria frameworks, particularly those involving child safe initiatives and inclusion. All policies are available on the website HERE. 6. ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE MVC is governed by a Board of Directors elected from the membership at the Annual General Meeting (AGM). The MVC Organisational Chart below outlines the Club Structure: MVC Board CEO Finance Manager Aquatic Manager Head Coach Board and Staff Contact Details Aquatic Learn to Swim All Board members can be contacted by , please visit the website HERE and select the name of the member you wish to contact. Coaches/ Support staff MVC Handbook Page 5

6 7. MEMBERSHIP & SQUAD FEES Membership is renewed annually on 1 July. All squad swimmers at MVC are required to join as members of the Club. A range of membership options are available. Membership includes registration with Swimming Victoria, enabling swimmers to participate in competition, and a compulsory insurance component. The Club requires at least one parent to also join where the swimmer is 15 years and under. Swimmers must be financial MVC members to participate in the MVC Squad Program. Squad Fees Squad fees are calculated as an annual amount and, generally, paid via monthly instalments. MVC accepts direct debit or standing credit card payments only. Squad fees: Payable in advance and due on the first of each month Annual discount - 5% where full annual fee is paid in advance Family discount - 5% for two or more squad members Include an allowance for prescribed squad breaks Include MSAC entry if applicable Prescribed Swimmers are required to take breaks totaling at least four weeks at specified times during the year. Complete information for each squad, including weekly timetables, squad breaks, training cycles and targeted meets can be found at Appendix A. A full list of membership & Squad fees is available HERE. 8. DEVELOPMENT PATHWAY Melbourne Vicentre squad structure provides a comprehensive swimming program that will provide opportunities for all swimmers, from pre-development to elite international athletes, to the reach their full potential. This will be achieved through: an innovative structure utilising the benefits of a co-coaching/shared coaching model high quality, experienced and dynamic coaches a caring environment for all swimmers, their families and their individual needs flexibility to accommodate changing demands of swimmers, including study a club culture promoting friendship and embracing success at all levels MVC Handbook Page 6

7 Squad coaching In MVC s model of shared coaching, many squads will include some shared sessions with the squad above and below. For example, National Performance will share some sessions with Podium Performance and some with National Age. All squads will still have the majority of their sessions as standalone. Expectations of the shared coaching model will include consistency in coaching, shared training programs and interaction with squads. At times the squad may include varying sets that may mix up squads and lanes. Head coach, Craig Jackson, will lead & direct the coaching team. Principles in squad structure The key principles of the squad structure: With engagement between squads, swimmers will have opportunity to learn increasing training demands, peer support and a smoother transition when moving squads Each swimmer to have more exposure to a range of coaches, whilst maintaining consistency Shared coaching will allow greater understanding of swimmer's strengths and areas for improvements Opportunity for working amongst peers and skill sets- distance swimmers to work together, opportunity for sessions with those focusing on similar strokes, multi class to work together at times etc. Engagement as a club Fun Masters Podium MVC Senior Welsh Squad National Performance MVC Age Livingstone Squad National Age MVC Junior Rooney Squad MVC Handbook Page 7

8 9. SQUAD SUMMARY Full details for each squad, including coach name, address, training times and equipment requirements, can be found at Appendix A. SQUAD FOCUS GUIDELINES Consideration given to: Podium Performance National Performance National Age MVC Senior & MVC Age MVC Junior & Welsh Squad Livingstone & Rooney Squad Masters Preparation for national and international competition A high performance squad, committed to quality performance at a National level. A high performance squad, committed to quality performance at a National Age level. High performance at Victorian Championship competitions Develop skills in all strokes, Qualify for Victorian Age Championships Develop skills in all four competitive strokes Accommodates Lap, Masters, Triathletes & Open Water Swimmers. The aim is to build skills, abilities & fitness. Invitation only Performance Training attendance Training capacity Compliance to Swimming Australia AMS Consideration given to: Performance at National level, Training attendance Training capacity Consideration given to: Performance at National level Training attendance Training capacity Age Behaviour Swimming Australia Talent Identification Consideration given to: National & state qualifying times Training attendance Training capacity Age Swimming Australia Talent Identification Consideration given to: Ability to compete in all strokes Training capacity Training attendance Age Behaviour VCE students Swimmers who love swimming! Swimmers who participate in other sports Consideration given to: Competency in all strokes Training capacity Minimum age attained Behaviour Consideration given to: VCE students Swimmers who love swimming! Swimmers who participate in other sports MVC Handbook Page 8

9 10. COMMUNICATION Information about the club, including regular news updates, is available on the Melbourne Vicentre website and via Facebook. Regular MVC communication will be through the App Team App. All members are recommended to download Team App to your smart phone to ensure that they are kept up to date. Additional information is provided via: Member information nights, including new member nights Noticeboards on pool deck at MSAC and Glen Iris Parent representative group, to provide squad related information MVC website - Resources Communication is a key priority for the Club. Members will be notified of all such initiatives. Contact with your Coach Swimmers meet regularly with their coach to review progress, establish goals, identify areas of focus and discuss meets/events to enter. Parents are welcome to meet with the coaches to discuss their child s progress, or any swimming related matter. If you wish to discuss a matter with a coach please contact the coach to make an appointment. is the preferred method of initial contact with coaches. Regular updates from the coaches will be communicated through Team App. Parents are asked to not approach a coach during training and to remain off the pool deck area at all times. 11. CONDUCT MVC is an inclusive, supportive and caring Club. It expects all members to behave with respect to all, consistent with the values of the Club. Where inappropriate behaviour is identified MVC will respond with appropriate measures. In serious or willful misconduct the Club may terminate membership. 12. UNIFORM It is a condition of membership that swimmers wear uniform as directed. Uniform can be purchased from the office. A summary of compulsory and optional items is listed on the website HERE. MVC Handbook Page 9

10 13. COMPETITION This handbook contains details of competitions that members of each squad are expected to enter. The competitions listed in your squad groups are a minimum level of meets. With consultation with your coach additional competitions may be added. Entries In most cases swimmers are responsible for their own entries and entry fees. Entry/payment is normally online, using the swimmer s individual user name and password (generated during membership registration). At relevant competitions Relay Only swimmers must enter themselves online by selecting the relay swimmer option from the event listing. MVC will lodge entries for relay teams at identified meets and covers the cost of these entries. Teams will be selected according to the MVC Relay Policy. Ancillary Services at Australian Championship Competition The provision of ancillary services (physiotherapist/massage therapist) ensures MVC athletes are in the best condition to perform at peak level during Australian Championship competition. A roster system ensures services are available to all athletes. At times preference will be given to athletes who are competing in finals or those managing injury. Team Managers During Competition, where MVC provides Team Managers, the Team Manager will be the liaison point between coaches and all other persons other than MVC athletes. Parents are asked to contact the Team Manager with any queries. Timekeeping at Swimming Victoria and Metro District South Competitions Swimming Victoria (SV) and Metro District South (MDS) conduct competitions throughout the year. It is a condition of MVC membership that swimmers, or their representative, will assist as timekeepers at SV and MDS meets entered by the swimmer. MVC Competitions MVC conducts a minimum of four swim meets each year which are a great opportunity to race and are also a major club fundraising activity. In 2017/18 the Club will be sharing a meet with Traralgon Swimming Club and one with Bendigo East Swimming Club. A critical component of running a swim meet is the sharing of tasks in preparation and on the day. Members will be asked to assist in tasks such as time keeping, marshalling and catering. Members will be asked to volunteer via on line functionality prior to the meet. All support is appreciated. MVC Handbook Page 10

11 General Competition Guidelines Swimmers should aim to arrive at the competition venue 90 minutes before their first event or at the beginning of warm up if swimming in early events. Swimmers should warm up 1 hour before their first race or according to coach instructions Swimmers should talk to their coach before and immediately after each race Parents wishing to talk to coaches should do so before or after the meet Parents and swimmers should ensure they treat all Coaches, Officials, Venue Staff, Club members, and competitors with courtesy and respect Drug Testing The Australian Sports Anti-Doping Authority (ASADA) is a government statutory authority whose mission is to protect Australia's sporting integrity through the elimination of doping. The ASADA website includes a checking tool to verify the status of substances/medications and a detailed explanation of the testing process. The Prohibited List is updated annually, coming into effect on 1 January of that year Athletes can be randomly selected for testing at any time and should familiarise themselves with the procedure Doping regulations do not allow ignorance about a medication as an excuse or justification Drugs, medications and substances listed on ASADA s website are brand-name products sold in Australia. Avoid using any overseas product ASADA cautions athletes about the use of sports supplements as the contents can vary from batch to batch and may contain prohibited substances. Athletes who take supplements are at risk of committing an inadvertent antidoping rule violation. Supplements Swimming Australia advises the following: Athletes should focus on a well-planned training program that develops good technique, skill and fitness, supported by adequate nutrition and recovery practices Focusing on sound nutrition and recovery practices will give swimmers a better platform for performance than supplements Swimmers aged under 18 years should not use supplements unless specifically recommended by a sports physician/doctor, sports dietitian or sports physiologist Parents and swimmers should familiarise themselves with the following websites: Swimming Australia, Swimming Victoria, ASADA, MVC Handbook Page 11

12 14. SPORTS MEDICINE TREATMENT AND INJURY REPORTING MVC has engaged with Physio 4 Athletes as our chosen Physiotherapy and massage service provider. Physio s Helen Walker, Andrew Cameron & Anne-Marie Montgomery are our preferred Physiotherapy healthcare professionals. Appointments can be made through their website With consultation from the Head Coach an injury reporting plan has been put in place by Dr Helen Walker for best practice for injured MVC athletes. 1 ST REPORT OF INJURY TO COACH *1 ST LINE RESPONSE MODIFY TRAINING TO AVOID INJURY AGGRAVATION *SWIMMER TO COMPLETE INJURY REPORT SURVEY VIA CLUB WEBSITE *REFER FOR PHYSIO ASSESSMENT - PHYSIO4ATHLETES.COM 2 ND REPORT OF SAME INJURY TO COACH *2 ND LINE RESPONSE CHECK IF RECEIVING TREATMENT & MODIFY TRAINING TO AVOID INJURY AGGRAVATION *FURTHER RECOMMEND PHYSIOTHERAPY TREATMENT 3 RD REPORT OF SAME INJURY TO COACH *3 RD LINE RESPONSE SWIMMER NOT TO TRAIN IF COACH HAS NOT RE- CEIVED ADVICE REGARD- ING TRAINING MODIFICA- TION FROM A TREATING HEALTH PROFESSIONAL. MVC Handbook Page 12

13 15. MVC PREFERRED SERVICE PROVIDERS PHYSIO: Dr Helen Walker, Andy Cameron & Anne-Marie Montgomery Clinic session times: Monday 9:30am 7:00pm Wednesday 7:30am 7:00pm Thursday 3:00pm -7:00pm Friday 7:00am 7:00pm Saturday 8:00am - 12 noon approx. Level 3, Suite 301 at 370 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne 3004 in the Royal Domain Corporate Building SPORTS PSYCHOLOGY: Jacqui Louder - Sports Psychologist. Olympic Park Sports Medicine Centre AAMI Park, Olympic Boulevard, Melbourne. T: APPOINTMENTS NUTRITION: Helen Duong - helenduong@hotmail.com 16. VENUE ACCESS Access & Entry to MSAC MSAC is located on Aughtie Drive within the Albert Park precinct. The main entry to the Centre is via Aughtie Drive. MSAC is also accessible via tram or light rail. Car Parking and access at MSAC Onsite parking at MSAC is available for MSAC patrons only Access to the Centre from the multi-deck car park via level 3 wellness entrance or level 1 aquatic entrance Access MSAC from the southern car park via the main or basketball entrance Access MSAC at 5:30am weekdays & 5:00am on Saturday is via the main entrance only Access for all competitions is via the level 1 aquatic entrance (outdoor pool) Access & entry to Glen Iris Our Glen Iris venue is located in Ranfurlie Crescent at Korowa Anglican Girls School. The pool entrance is off Grandview Crescent and car parking is available - out of school hours only. Morning Sessions at Glen Iris Swimmers arriving for the morning sessions at Glen Iris are asked to be mindful that Grandview Road is a residential street. Please keep noise to a minimum. If using the staff car park please ensure your car is moved to the street by 7:15am. Following morning training sessions swimmers should be picked up in Ranfurlie Crescent to avoid dangers associated with exiting through a car park when school staff are arriving. Korowa staff will ensure the small gate near the Cripps Centre is open. MVC Handbook Page 13

14 Appendix A. SQUAD INFORMATION Podium Performance Craig Jackson The MVC Podium Performance Squad is a high performance squad, pursuing excellence at National Championship level and preparing for selection and representation on Swimming Australia National Teams. Competition Calendar Victoria Open Short Course Championships September 2017 MVC Classic Long Course Meet 28 October 2017 Australian Short Course Championships (ADL) October 2017 QLD State Championships 8-12 December 2017 Victorian Open Long Course Championships January 2018 NSW State Championships January 2018 Commonwealth Game Trials (GC) 28 4 March 2018 MVC Summer Long Course Meet 11 March 2018 MVC Short Course Qualifying Meet 23 June 2018 Craig Jackson to confirm break dates with Podium Squad AM PM Swim Gym Swim Gym Monday 5:30 8:30 2:30 5:15 Tuesday 5:30 8:15 8:45 10:00 2: 45 5:15 Wednesday 10:30 12:45 9:45 10:30 Thursday 5:30 8:15 2:30 5:15 Friday 5:30 8:30 8:45 10:00 2:45 5:15 Saturday 5:00 7:45 fins, hand & finger paddles, kick board, pull buoy, band, water bottle, snorkel & spare goggles Pool sessions may be available on public holidays; coach will discuss with swimmers which session(s) to attend. Gym will NOT be available MVC Handbook Page 14

15 National Performance Kenrick Monk The National Performance squad is a high performance squad, committed to quality performance at a National level. Minimum session numbers are required to remain in this squad. Competition Calendar Victorian Age Short Course Championships 1 3 September 2017 Australian Short Course Championships (ADL) October 2017 MVC Classic Long Course 28 October 2017 Victorian Sprint Championships November 2017 Victorian Qualifying Meet November Victorian Age Championships December 2017 Victorian Open water 17 December 2017 Victorian Open Long Course Championships January 2018 Australian Open Water (ADL) January 2018 Commonwealth Game Trials (GC) 28 4 March 2018 MVC Summer Long Course Meet 11 March 2018 Australian Age Championships (SYD) April 2018 MVC Short Course Qualifying Meet 23 June September to 1 October December to 27 December April to 20 May 2018 AM PM Swim Gym Swim Gym Monday 5:30 7:30 5:00 5:30 4:00 6:00 Tuesday 5:30 7:30 5:15 7:00 4:00 5:00 Wednesday 4:00 6:00 Thursday 5:30 7:30 5:30 7:00 4:15 5:15 Friday 5:30 7:30 5:00 5:30 Saturday 5:00 7:45 8:00 9:00 fins, hand & finger paddles, kick board, pull buoy, band, water bottle, snorkel & spare goggles Pool sessions may be available on public holidays; coach will discuss with swimmers which session(s) to attend. Gym will NOT be available MVC Handbook Page 15

16 National Age Matt King A high performance squad, committed to quality performance at a National Aged level. Competition Calendar Victorian Open & 12/U Championships September 2017 Long Course Distance Competition October 2017 MVC Classic Long Course 28 October 2017 Surrey Park Long Course 29 October 2017 Nunawading LC Meet 11 November 2017 Victorian Sprint Championships November 2017 Victorian Age Championships December 2017 Victorian Open water 17 December 2017 Australian Open Water (ADL) January 2018 MVC Summer Long Course Meet 11 March 2018 Australian Age Championships (SYD) April 2018 MVC Short Course Qualifying Meet 23 June September to 24 September 2017 (unless swimming State Teams) 18 December to 26 December April to 13 May 2018 AM PM Swim Gym Swim Gym Monday 5:30 7:30 5:30 7:30 Tuesday 4:00 5:45 6:00 7:00 Wednesday 5:30 7:30 Thursday 5:30 7:30 4:00 5:30 5:45 6:45 Friday 4:00 6:00 Saturday 5:00 7:30 7:50 8:50 fins, hand & finger paddles, kick board, pull buoy, band, water bottle, snorkel & spare goggles Pool sessions may be available on public holidays; coach will discuss with swimmers which session(s) to attend. Gym will NOT be available MVC Handbook Page 16

17 MVC Senior Brad Harris The MVC Senior Squad is committed to high performance at Victorian Championship competitions, and aspiration to perform at National level. Competition Calendar Victorian Age Short Course Championships 1 3 September 2017 Victorian Open & 12/U Championships September 2017 Victorian Sprint Championships November 2017 Australian Short Course Championships October (Qualified Swimmers) MVC Classic Long Course Meet 28 October 2017 (Dist/ Mid swimmers) Victorian Sprint Championships November 2017 Victorian Qualifying Meet November Victorian Age Championships December 2017 Victorian Open water 17 December 2017 Victorian Open Long Course Championships January 2018 MVC Summer Long Course Meet 11 March 2018 Australian Age Championships (SYD) April 2018 MVC Short Course Qualifying Meet 23 June September to 24 September 2017(unless swimming State Teams) 18 December to 26 December March to 8 April 2018 (unless competing at Australian Age) AM PM Swim Gym Swim Gym Monday 5:30 7:30 5:30 7:30 4:15 5:15 Tuesday 4:00 5:45 Wednesday 5:30 7:30 4:00 5:45 Thursday 5:30 7:30 4:30 5:30 Friday 5:30 7:30 5:15 6:45 4:00 5:00 Saturday 5:00 7:30 fins, hand & finger paddles, kick board, pull buoy, band, water bottle, snorkel & spare goggles Pool sessions may be available on public holidays; coach will discuss with swimmers which session(s) to attend. Gym will NOT be available MVC Handbook Page 17

18 MVC Age (MSAC) Lauren Taylor The MVC Age Squad is committed to high performance at Victorian Championship competitions, and aspiration to perform at National level. Competition Calendar MVC Short Course Qualifying Meet 17 June 2017 MVC Winter Twilight Short Course Meet 5 August 2017 Victorian Age Short Course Championship 1-3 September 2017 Victorian Open & 12/U Championships September 2017 Victorian Distance Competition October 2017 MVC Long Course Meet 28 October 2017 Victorian Sprint Championships November 2017 Victorian Qualifying Meet November Victorian Age Long Course Championships December 2017 Victorian Open water 17 December 2017 MVC Summer Long Course Meet 11 March 2018 Metro All Juniors Competition 7-8 April 2018 MVC Short Course Qualifying Meet 23 June December 2017 to 7 January March to 3 April 2018 (Alternate timetable for All Junior finalists) AM PM Swim Gym Swim Gym Monday 6:00 7:30 5:20 5:50 Tuesday 4:00 5:45 Wednesday 5:30 7:15 4:15 5:45 6:00 6:30 Thursday 4:00 5:30 Friday 4:15 5:45 Saturday 7:45 9:30 7:10 7:40 fins, hand & finger paddles, kick board, pull buoy, band, water bottle, snorkel & spare goggles There are NO sessions available on Public Holidays MVC Handbook Page 18

19 MVC Age (Glen Iris) Amanda Teh The MVC Age Squad is committed to high performance at Victorian Championship competitions, and aspiration to perform at National level. Competition Calendar MVC Short Course Qualifyin Meet 17 June 2017 MVC Winter Twilight Short Course Meet 5 August 2017 Victorian Age Short Course Championship 1-3 September 2017 Victorian Open & 12/U Championships September 2017 Victorian Distance Competition October 2017 MVC Long Course Meet 28 October 2017 Victorian Sprint Championships November 2017 Victorian Qualifying Meet November Victorian Age Long Course Championships December 2017 Victorian Open water 17 December 2017 MVC Summer Long Course Meet 11 March 2018 Metro All Juniors Competition 7-8 April 2018 MVC Short Course Qualifying Meet 23 June December 2017 to 7 January to 15 April 2018 AM PM Swim Gym Swim Gym Monday 5:30 7:00 Tuesday 5:30 7:00 4:00 5:45 (MSAC) 6:00 6:30 (MSAC) Wednesday 6:00 8:00 Thursday 6:00 7:30 5:15 5:45 Friday 6:00 7:30 Saturday 5:30 7:00 7:15 7:45 fins, hand & finger paddles, kick board, pull buoy, band, water bottle, snorkel & spare goggles There are NO sessions available on Public Holidays MVC Handbook Page 19

20 MVC Junior (MSAC) Matt King The objective of the MVC Junior squad is to develop skills in all strokes and to aspire to qualify and perform well at Victorian Age Championships. Competition Calendar Surrey Park Short Course 23 July 2017 MVC Winter Twilight Short Course Meet 5 August 2017 Metro Short Course Competition August 2017 MLC Aquatic Short Course 20 August 2017 Victorian Open & 12/U Championships September 2017 Metro South 7-10 Eliminations 7 October 2017 MVC Classic Long Course Meet 28 October 2017 Metro 7-10 Competition Finals 5 November 2017 Nunawading LC Meet 11 November 2017 Victorian Sprint Championships November 2017 Victorian Qualifying Meet November 2017 Victorian Age Long Course Championships December 2017 Victorian Open water 17 December 2017 MVC Summer Long Course Meet 11 March 2018 Metro All Juniors Competition 7-8 April 2018 MVC Short Course Qualifying Meet 23 June December 2017 to 7 January March to 3 April 2018 (Alternate timetable for All Junior finalists) AM PM Swim Gym Swim Gym Monday 4:00 5:30 Tuesday 5:45 7:15 5:10 5:40 Wednesday 4:15 5:45 Thursday Friday 6:00 7:30 Saturday 8:00 9:30 7:20 7:50 fins, hand & finger paddles, kick board, pull buoy, band, water bottle, snorkel & spare goggles There are NO sessions available on Public Holidays MVC Handbook Page 20

21 MVC Junior (Glen Iris) Joanna Moss The objective of the MVC Junior squad is to develop skills in all strokes and to aspire to qualify and perform well at Victorian Age Championships. Competition Calendar MVC Short Course Qualifying Meet 17 June 2017 MVC Winter Twilight Short Course Meet 5 August 2017 Victorian Age Short Course Championship 1-3 September 2017 Victorian Open & 12/U Championships September 2017 MVC Classic Long Course Meet 28 October 2017 Victorian Sprint Championships November 2017 Victorian Qualifying Meet November 2017 Victorian Age Long Course Championships December 2017 Victorian Open water 17 December 2017 MVC Summer Long Course Meet 11 March 2018 Metro All Juniors Competition 7-8 April 2018 MVC Short Course Qualifying Meet 23 June December 2017 to 7 January to 15 April 2018 AM PM Swim Gym Swim Gym Monday 6:00 7:30 5:20 5:50 Tuesday 6:00 7:30 Wednesday *4:15 5:45 (MSAC) 6:00 6:30 (MSAC) Thursday *6:00 7:30 Friday 6:00 7:30 Saturday 5:30 7:00 *7:15 7:45 fins, hand & finger paddles, kick board, pull buoy, band, water bottle, snorkel & spare goggles *Wednesday PM at MSAC (recommended) or Thursday AM at Glen Iris, Saturday gym if not attending Wednesday There are NO sessions available on Public Holidays MVC Handbook Page 21

22 Welsh Squad (MSAC) Lauren Taylor The Welsh Squad designed to accommodate swimmers aged years, who love swimming but cannot commit to a full schedule of training. This squad also suits athletes from complimentary sports like Waterpolo and Triathlon. Swimming Victoria competitions are still available for those who join up as a competitive swimmer. Competition Calendar MVC Short Course Qualifying Meet 17 June 2017 MVC Winter Twilight Short Course Meet 5 August 2017 Victorian Age Short Course Championship 1-3 September 2017 Victorian Open & 12/U Championships September 2017 MVC Classic Long Course Meet 28 October 2017 Victorian Sprint Championships November 2017 Victorian Qualifying Meet November 2017 Victorian Age Long Course Championships December 2017 Victorian Open water 17 December 2017 MVC Summer Long Course Meet 11 March 2018 Metro All Juniors Competition 7-8 April 2018 MVC Short Course Qualifying Meet 23 June December 2017 to 7 January March to 3 April 2018 (Alternate timetable for All Junior finalists) AM PM Swim Gym Swim Gym Monday 4:30 6:00 6:15 7:00 Tuesday 5:45 7:15 Wednesday 6:00 7:30 Thursday 5:45 7:15 4:30 5:30 Friday 5:45 7:15 4:45 5:30 Saturday fins, hand & finger paddles, kick board, pull buoy, band, water bottle, snorkel & spare goggles There are NO sessions available on Public Holidays MVC Handbook Page 22

23 Swim Fit (Glen Iris) Ella Walter Riley Van De Loo Swim Fit is designed to accommodate swimmers aged years, who love swimming but can t commit to a full schedule of training. This squad also suits athletes from complimentary sports like Waterpolo and Triathlon. Swimming Victoria competitions are still available for those who join up as a competitive swimmer. Competition Calendar MVC Winter Twilight Short Course Meet 5 August 2017 Victorian Age Short Course Championship 1-3 September 2017 Victorian Open & 12/U Championships September 2017 MVC Classic Long Course Meet 28 October 2017 Victorian Sprint Championships November 2017 Victorian Qualifying Meet November 2017 Victorian Age Long Course Championships December 2017 Victorian Open water 17 December 2017 MVC Summer Long Course Meet 11 March 2018 MVC Short Course Qualifying Meet 23 June December 2017 to 7 January to 15 April 2018 AM PM Swim Gym Swim Gym Monday 5:30 7:00 Tuesday 7:00 8:00 Wednesday 7:00 8:00 Thursday Friday 5:30 7:00 Saturday 5:30 7:00 fins, hand & finger paddles, kick board, pull buoy, band, water bottle, snorkel & spare goggles There are NO sessions available on Public Holidays MVC Handbook Page 23

24 Livingstone Squad (MSAC) Brad Harris The objective of the Livingstone squad is to develop skills in all strokes. Competition Calendar MVC Short Course Qualifying Meet 17 June 2017 Winter Interclub 21, 28 July & 4 August MVC Winter Twilight Short Course Meet 5 August 2017 Metro South 7-10 Eliminations 7 October 2017 MVC Classic Long Course Meet 28 October 2017 Metro 7-10 Competition Finals 5 November 2017 Victorian Sprint Championships November 2017 Victorian Open water 17 December 2017 MVC Summer Long Course Meet 11 March 2018 Metro All Juniors Competition 7-8 April 2018 MVC Short Course Qualifying Meet 23 June December 2017 to 7 January March to 3 April 2018 (Alternate timetable for All Junior finalists) AM PM Swim Gym Swim Gym Monday 4:00 5:30 Tuesday Wednesday 5:45 6:45 5:20 5:40 Thursday 5:00 6:30 Friday Saturday 7:30 8:30 7:00 7:20 fins, kick board, pull buoy, band, water bottle & spare goggles There are NO sessions available on Public Holidays MVC Handbook Page 24

25 Livingstone Squad (Glen Iris) Red - Ella Walter Blue - Joanna Moss ellaw@vicentre.org.au joannam@vicentre.org.au The objective of the Livingstone squad is to develop skills in all strokes. Competition Calendar MVC Short Course Qualifying Meet 17 June 2017 Winter Interclub 21, 28 July & 4 August MVC Winter Twilight Short Course Meet 5 August 2017 TigerSharks 4th Annual Mini States Novice Meet 3 September 2017 Metro South 7-10 Eliminations 7 October 2017 MVC Classic Long Course Meet 28 October 2017 Metro 7-10 Competition Finals 5 November 2017 Victorian Sprint Championships November 2017 Victorian Open water 17 December 2017 MVC Summer Long Course Meet 11 March 2018 Metro All Juniors Competition 7-8 April 2018 (TBC) MVC Short Course Qualifying Meet 23 June December 2017 to 7 January to 15 April 2018 Red Blue AM PM PM Monday Swim 6:00 7:30 Tuesday Gym 5:30 5:50 Swim 6:00 7:00 Wednesday Gym 5:30 5:50 Swim 6:00 7:00 Thursday Swim 6:00 7:30 Friday Swim 4:00-5:00 Gym 5:10 5:30 Gym 4:30 4:50 Swim 5:00 6:00 Saturday Swim 7:00 8:30 Swim 7:00 8:30 fins, kick board, pull buoy, band, water bottle & spare goggles There are NO sessions available on Public Holidays MVC Handbook Page 25

26 Rooney Squad (MSAC & Glen Iris) MSAC - Brad Harris Glen Iris Riley Van De Loo bradh@vicentre.org.au rileyv@vicentre.org.au The objective of the Rooney squad is to develop skills in all strokes and as a transition from learn to swim to squad swimming. Competition Calendar MVC Short Course Qualifying Meet 17 June 2017 Winter Interclub 21, 28 July & 4 August MVC Winter Twilight Short Course Meet 5 August 2017 Metro South 7-10 Eliminations 7 October 2017 MVC Classic Long Course Meet 28 October 2017 Metro 7-10 Competition Finals 5 November 2017 MVC Summer Long Course Meet 11 March 2018 Metro All Juniors Competition 7-8 April 2018 (TBC) MVC Short Course Qualifying Meet 23 June December 2017 to 7 January 2018 MSAC - 22 March to 3 April 2018 (Alternate timetable for All Junior finalists) Glen Iris 9 to 15 April 2018 MSAC Glen Iris AM PM AM PM Monday Tuesday Swim 5:45 6:45 Gym 6:45 7:00 Gym 5:30 5:50 Swim 6:00 7:00 Wednesday Thursday Swim 4:00 5:00 Gym 5:20 5:40 Friday 4:00 5:00 Swim 6:00 7:00 Saturday Swim 7:30 8:30 fins, kick board, pull buoy, band, water bottle & spare goggles There are NO sessions available on Public Holidays MVC Handbook Page 26

27 Masters (MSAC & Glen Iris) MSAC Lauren Taylor Glen Iris Riley Van De Loo Ella Walter This squad is designed to accommodate Lap, Masters, Triathlon & Open Water Swimmers. The aim is to build skills, abilities & fitness. Melbourne Vicentre is a registered Masters Victoria Club and encourages swimmers aged over 18 years to join this squad up to three mornings a week at either our MSAC or Glen Iris programs. 18 December 2017 to 7 January 2018 MSAC - 22 March to 3 April 2018 Glen Iris 9 to 15 April 2018 MSAC Glen Iris Monday 5:45 7:15am 5:30 7:00am Tuesday 5:45 7:15am 5:30 7:00am Wednesday 6:00 7:30pm Thursday 6:00 7:30am Friday 5:45 7:15am 5:30 7:00am Saturday fins, hand & finger paddles, kick board, pull buoy, band, water bottle, snorkel & spare goggles There are NO sessions available on Public Holidays MVC Handbook Page 27