Leatherhead Swimming Club David Vine Head Coach. Squad Descriptions 2015/2016

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1 Leatherhead Swimming Club David Vine Head Coach Squad Descriptions 2015/2016

2 Swim Academy LTAD Fundamentals The Leatherhead swimming academy will teach swimmers from non-swimmer up to a level where the swimmers will be able to join the competitive program at Leatherhead Swimming Club. The structure of the swimming academy will run in line with the National Teaching plan from the ASA. The program consists of 10 stages for the swimmers to progress through. The swimmers will learn through structured lessons and will be assessed each term for the stage that they are completing. The swimmers will have the opportunity to purchase badges and certificates at the end of each successfully completed stage. Swimmers may be selected by the coaching staff for inclusion in to Leatherhead swimming clubs competitive program. Assessment sheets Stages 1-10 (Children have to be able to perform everything on each Stage to pass) Stage 1 Enter the water safely Kick on front for 5m with floats Kick on back for 5m with floats Move sideways for 5m Scoop water and wash face Be at ease with water showered overhead Move into a stretched floating position with aids Regain an upright position from the back with aids Regain an upright position from the front with aids Push and glide in a horizontal position to / from wall Take part in a teacher led partner orientated game Demonstrate an understanding of pool rules Exit the water safely Stage 2 Jump in from poolside Blow bubbles 3 times with nose and mouth in water Star float on back and stand up Star float on front and stand up Push and glide on the back Push and glide on the front; face in water Travel 5 metres on the back Travel 5 metres on the front Rotate from front to back and stand up Rotate from back to front and stand up Stage 3 Jump in from the poolside and submerge Sink, push away from the wall and glide Push and glide on front and roll onto back; arms extended Push and glide on back and roll onto front; arms extended Travel on the front, tuck to rotate onto back and return Fully submerge to pick up and object L e a t h e r h e a d S w i m m i n g C l u b Page 2

3 Answer correctly 3 questions on the Water Safety Code Travel 10m on the back Travel 10m on the front Stage 4 Demonstrate an understanding of buoyancy Perform a tuck float for 5 seconds Perform a sequence of 3 shapes while floating Push and glide from the wall to the floor Kick 10m backstroke; arms extended Kick 10m frontcrawl; arms extended and still when breathing Kick 10m butterfly; arms by side on front Kick 10m breaststroke on back with float, feet out Kick 10m breaststroke on front with float, feet out Head first scull on back for 5m Travel on back and roll onto front continuously Travel on front and roll onto back continuously Swim 10m, choice of stroke is optional Stage 5 Perform a horizontal stationary scull on back Scull feet first for 5m on back Perform a sculling sequence with partner for 30seconds including a rotation Tread water for 30 seconds Perform 3 different shaped jumps Swim 10m backstroke ASA LAW Swim 10m frontcrawl ASA LAW Swim 10m breaststroke ASA LAW Swim 10m butterfly ASA LAW Perform a handstand for 3 seconds Perform a tucked somersault Demonstrate an action for getting help Stage 6 Demonstrate an understanding of preparation for exercise Sink, push off wall, glide and kick to backstroke Sink, push off wall, glide, kick and rotate to frontcrawl Swim 10m with clothes on Swim frontcrawl with at least 6 correct breaths to side Swim breaststroke with at least 6 correct breaths Swim butterfly with at least 3 correct breaths Swim 25m, choice of stroke optional Perform and shout and signal rescue Perform a surface dive Exit the water without the steps Stage 7 Swim 25m backstroke Swim 25m frontcrawl with correct breathing to side Swim 25m breaststroke with correct breathing Swim 25m butterfly L e a t h e r h e a d S w i m m i n g C l u b Page 3

4 Perform a 1min movement sequence in a group including: sculling, rotation, floating, eggbeater Perform a sitting dive Swim 50m continuously using 1 stroke Swim 100m, using a minimum of 3 strokes Tread water using an egg beater action for 30secs Complete an obstacle course with 4 objects with feet off bottom Stage 8 Complete a set lasting 400m on a turnaround time eg. 16x25m off 1min Swim 400m continuously using 1 stroke Kick 25m backstroke arms extended Kick 25m breaststroke with a float Kick 25m butterfly arms extended Kick 25m frontcrawl with a float Perform a backstroke turn 10m in, 15m out Perform a breaststroke turn 10m in, 15m out Perform a butterfly turn 10m in, 15m out Perform a frontcrawl turn 10m in, 15m out Stage 9 Complete a set lasting 800m on a turnaround time eg. 16x50m off 1min30secs Swim 800m continuously using 1 stroke Swim a continuous 100m IM using legal turns Perform a 15m underwater kick on front in a streamlined position 25m backstroke from correct start and transition 25m frontcrawl from correct start and transition 25m butterfly from correct start and transition 25m breaststroke from correct start and transition Stage 10 Complete a set lasting 1600m on a turnaround time eg. 2.30min for 100m s, 5.30min for 200m s, 12min for 400m Swim 1500m continuously using 1 stroke Perform a 100m continuous IM kick without float Swim 200m IM using legal turns Perform a 15m underwater butterfly kick on back or front in streamlined position Perform a Frontcrawl relay take over - as an incoming swimmer Perform a Frontcrawl relay take over - as an outgoing swimmer L e a t h e r h e a d S w i m m i n g C l u b Page 4

5 Transition Silver and Transition Blue LTAD-Fundamentals/Swim Skills Girls 8+, Boys8 + The swimmers must be at Stage 8 of the ASA National teaching Plan to be selected to join the competitive program of LSC. Swimmers may be selected before stage 8 if the coaching staff believe that the swimmer has the ability to train with Transition Silver and Blue without loss of form. Swimmers will be introduced to skills such as using the pace clock and lane discipline. Swimmers will also be taught basic mobility exercise that will be performed before training sessions. The main emphasis for Transition Silver and Blue is the development of their swimming skills and stamina in training. Swimmers will have one skills based session and one stamina based session each week. At this stage of the swimmers development training is more important than competing. The swimmers must ensure that they have the skills and training behind them if they are going to reach their full potential in their swimming. The swimmers in this squad should be attending all of the training sessions offered. The swim sessions currently offered to Transition Silver are; Friday Leatherhead Lesiure Centre pm Sunday St John s School 3-4pm The swim sessions currently offered to Transition Blue are; Thursday- St John s School pm Sunday St John s School 3-4pm Equipment Checklist Swimmers must have the following equipment at all training sessions; Drinks Bottle (one litre size)-cleaned regularly Kick Board Pull Buoy Fins (Short zoomer style) Goggles (including a spare adjusted pair) Swim Hats and spare if worn (must be LSC hats) Squad Criteria Swimmers will complete training to the full this will include all aspects of training. Swimmers/Parents will inform the coach of any injury or illness before the session, the coach will then decide if it is appropriate for the swimmer to train. All swimmers will arrive on time to training. Swimmers that are late for sessions without a valid reason will not be permitted to train that session. Swimmers in Transition Silver and Blue must have a positive approach and attitude in training and competition. Swimmers must have all equipment at all training sessions (as set out in equipment checklist). Failure to have all equipment may result in being excluded from the training session. Swimmers must have a clean drinks bottle at every training session. Swimmers must show respect to their fellow team members and all LSC staff. L e a t h e r h e a d S w i m m i n g C l u b Page 5

6 Development Two LTAD-Learning to Train/Swim Skills Girls 8+, Boys 8+ The swimmers must be at Stage 10 of the ASA National teaching Plan to be selected to join the competitive program of LSC. Swimmers may be selected before stage 10 if the coaching staff believe that the swimmer has the ability to train with the Development Two without loss of form. Swimmers are introduced to an educational programme that includes: warm-up and swim-down, the value of nutrition and fluid intake for training and competition, recovery and relaxation. An introduction to land conditioning begins at this level, e.g., the importance of stretching and the use of bodyweight to develop core body strength and improve co-ordination. The main emphasis for county squad is the development of their swimming skills and stamina in training. At this stage of the swimmers development training is more important than competing. The swimmers must ensure that they have the skills and training behind them if they are going to reach their full potential in their swimming. As part of our club development regular time trials will run, this will give the swimmers the opportunity to have a go at racing and then put those skills in to practice in races in competition. The swimmers in this squad should select 3hours from the sessions offered. The swim sessions currently offered to Development Two are; Monday Leatherhead Leisure Centre pm Wednesday- Leatherhead Leisure Centre 7-8pm Thursday St John s - 6:30-7:30pm Friday -Leatherhead Leisure Centre pm (Club Night) Sunday- St John s School- 3-4pm Equipment Checklist Swimmers must have the following equipment at all training sessions; Drinks Bottle (one litre size)-cleaned regularly Kick Board Pull Buoy Fins (Short zoomer style) Small Hand Paddles Goggles (including a spare adjusted pair) Swim Hats and spare if worn (must be LSC hats) Squad Criteria Swimmers will complete training to the full this will include all aspects of training include mobility/stretching exercises before training sessions (5-10min). Swimmers/Parents will inform the coach of any injury or illness before the session, the coach will then decide if it is appropriate for the swimmer to train. All swimmers will arrive on time to training. Swimmers that are late for sessions without a valid reason will not be permitted to train that session. Swimmers in Development Two must have a positive approach and attitude in training and competition. Swimmers must have all equipment at all training sessions (as set out in equipment checklist). Failure to have all equipment may result in being excluded from the training session. Swimmers must have a drinks bottle at every training session. Swimmers must show respect to their fellow team members and all LSC staff. L e a t h e r h e a d S w i m m i n g C l u b Page 6

7 Development One LTAD-Learning to Train/Swim Skills Girls 9+, Boys + Swimmers are introduced to an educational programme that includes: warm-up and swim-down, the value of nutrition and fluid intake for training and competition, recovery and relaxation. An introduction to land conditioning begins at this level, e.g., the importance of stretching and the use of bodyweight to develop core body strength and improve co-ordination. The main emphasis for county squad is the development of their swimming skills and stamina in training. At this stage of the swimmers development training is more important than competing. The swimmers must ensure that they have the skills and training behind them if they are going to reach their full potential in their swimming. As part of our club development regular time trials will run, this will give the swimmers the opportunity to have a go at racing and then put those skills in to practice in races in competition. The swimmers in this squad should select 5hours from the sessions offered. The swim sessions currently offered to Development One are; Monday Leatherhead Leisure Centre pm Wednesday- Leatherhead Leisure Centre 7-8pm Friday -Leatherhead Leisure Centre pm (Club Night) Sunday- St John s School pm Equipment Checklist Swimmers must have the following equipment at all training sessions; Drinks Bottle (one litre size)-cleaned regularly Kick Board Pull Buoy Fins (Short zoomer style) Small Hand Paddles Goggles (including a spare adjusted pair) Swim Hats and spare if worn (must be LSC hats) Squad Criteria Swimmers will complete training to the full this will include all aspects of training include mobility/stretching exercises before training sessions (5-10min). Swimmers/Parents will inform the coach of any injury or illness before the session, the coach will then decide if it is appropriate for the swimmer to train. All swimmers will arrive on time to training. Swimmers that are late for sessions without a valid reason will not be permitted to train that session. Swimmers in Development One must have a positive approach and attitude in training and competition. Swimmers must have all equipment at all training sessions (as set out in equipment checklist). Failure to have all equipment may result in being excluded from the training session. Swimmers must have a drinks bottle at every training session. Swimmers must show respect to their fellow team members and all LSC staff. L e a t h e r h e a d S w i m m i n g C l u b Page 7

8 County Squad LTAD-Learning to Train/Swim Skills Girls 9+, Boys + Swimmers are introduced to an educational programme that includes: warm-up and swim-down, the value of nutrition and fluid intake for training and competition, recovery and relaxation, and goal setting skills. An introduction to land conditioning begins at this level, e.g., the importance of stretching and the use of bodyweight to develop core body strength and improve co-ordination. The main emphasis for county squad is the development of their swimming skills and stamina in training. At this stage of the swimmers development training is more important than competing. The swimmers must ensure that they have the skills and training behind them if they are going to reach their full potential in their swimming. As part of our club development regular time trials will run, this will give the swimmers the opportunity to have a go at racing and then put those skills in to practice in races in competition. The swimmers in this squad should select 6.5hours from the sessions offered. The swim sessions currently offered to County Squad are; Monday Leatherhead Leisure Centre pm Wednesday- Leatherhead Leisure Centre 7-8pm Thursday St John s School - 6:30-7:30pm Friday -Leatherhead Leisure Centre pm (Club Night) Sunday- Freeman s School pm Equipment Checklist Swimmers must have the following equipment at all training sessions; Drinks Bottle (one litre size)-cleaned regularly Kick Board Pull Buoy Fins (Short zoomer style) Small Hand Paddles Goggles (including a spare adjusted pair) Swim Hats and spare if worn (must be LSC hats) Squad Criteria Swimmers will complete training to the full this will include all aspects of training include mobility/stretching exercises before training sessions (5-10min). Swimmers/Parents will inform the coach of any injury or illness before the session, the coach will then decide if it is appropriate for the swimmer to train. All swimmers will arrive on time to training. Swimmers that are late for sessions without a valid reason will not be permitted to train that session. Swimmers in County squad must have a positive approach and attitude in training and competition. Swimmers must have all equipment at all training sessions (as set out in equipment checklist). Failure to have all equipment may result in being excluded from the training session. Swimmers must have a drinks bottle at every training session. Swimmers must show respect to their fellow team members and all LSC staff. L e a t h e r h e a d S w i m m i n g C l u b Page 8

9 Regional Squad LTAD-Training to Train Girls 11+, Boys 11+ The swimmers in this squad should be attending a minimum of 5 of 7 the training sessions offered. Ideally the swimmers should be attending all of the training sessions. The swim sessions currently offered to Regional squad are; Monday - Leatherhead Leisure Centre pm Wednesday- Downsend School am Wednesday Leatherhead Leisure Centre- 8-9pm Thursday St John s School pm Friday - Leatherhead Leisure Centre pm (Club Night) Saturday- Leatherhead Leisure Centre am Sunday St John s School pm Land training will also be included in the program as directed by the Regional Squad Coach. Long course training sessions will be offered to the squad through the season. The swimmers should ensure that they attend these training sessions in addition to their normal training program. Equipment checklist Swimmers must have the following equipment at all training sessions; Drinks Bottle (one litre size)-cleaned regularly Kick Board Pull Buoy Snorkel Fins (Short zoomer style and long fins) Hand Paddles Goggles (including a spare adjusted pair) Swim Hats and spare if worn (must be LSC hats) Training Log Book Squad Criteria Swimmers will complete training to the full this will include all aspects of training include mobility/stretching exercises before training sessions (10-15min). Swimmers/Parents will inform the coach of any injury or illness before the session, the coach will then decide if it is appropriate for the swimmer to train. All swimmers will arrive on time to training. Swimmers that are late for sessions without a valid reason will not be permitted to train that session. Swimmers in Regional Two squad must have a positive approach and attitude in training and competition. Swimmers must have all equipment at all training sessions (as set out in equipment checklist). Failure to have all equipment may result in being excluded from the training session. Swimmers must have a drinks bottle at every training session. Swimmers must complete training logbooks making sure they accurately record their training session. Selection for any teams outside of the Leatherhead will be reviewed with coach and only undertaken if it is a benefit to the program. Swimmers must show respect to their fellow team members and all LSC staff. L e a t h e r h e a d S w i m m i n g C l u b Page 9

10 National Potential LTAD-Training to train-training to Compete Girls 11+, Boys 11+ The swimmers in this squad should be attending a minimum of 6 of the 9 and aim to complete two morning sessions training sessions offered. The swim sessions currently offered to National Potential are; Monday - St. Teresa's School pm Tuesday- Epsom College am Wednesday- Downsend School am Wednesday Leatherhead Leisure Centre- 8-9pm Thursday- Epsom College am Thursday St John s School pm Friday - Leatherhead Leisure Centre pm (Club Night) Saturday- Leatherhead Leisure Centre am Sunday Leatherhead Leisure Centre- 5-7pm Land training will also be included in the program as directed by the Regional Squad Coach. Long course training sessions will be offered to the squad through the season. The swimmers should ensure that they attend these training sessions in addition to their normal training program. Equipment checklist Swimmers must have the following equipment at all training sessions; Drinks Bottle (one litre size)-cleaned regularly Kick Board Pull Buoy Snorkel Fins (Short zoomer style and long fins) Paddles (Hand and finger paddles) Goggles (including a spare adjusted pair) Swim Hats and spare if worn (must be LSC hats) Training Log Book Squad Criteria Swimmers will complete training to the full this will include all aspects of training include mobility/stretching exercises before training sessions (10-15min). Swimmers will inform the coach of any injury or illness before the session, the coach will then decide if it is appropriate for the swimmer to train. All swimmers will arrive on time to training. Swimmers that are late for sessions without a valid reason will not be permitted to train that session. Swimmers in Regional squad must have a positive approach and attitude in training and competition. Swimmers must have all equipment at all training sessions (as set out in equipment checklist). Failure to have all equipment may result in being excluded from the training session. Swimmers must have a drinks bottle at every training session. Swimmers must complete training logbooks making sure they accurately record their training session. Selection for any teams outside of the Leatherhead will be reviewed with coach and only undertaken if it is a benefit to the program. Swimmers must show respect to their fellow team members and all LSC staff. L e a t h e r h e a d S w i m m i n g C l u b Page 10

11 National Squad LTAD-Training to Compete-Training to Win Girls 12+, Boys 13+ The swimmers in this squad should be attending a minimum of 6 of the 9 training sessions offered. Ideally the swimmers should be attending all of the training sessions. The swim sessions currently offered to National squad are; Monday - St. Teresa's School pm Tuesday- Epsom College am Tuesday Leatherhead Leisure Centre pm Wednesday- Downsend School am Wednesday Leatherhead Leisure Centre pm Thursday - Epsom College am Thursday - Leatherhead Leisure Centre pm Friday - Leatherhead Leisure Centre pm (Club night) Saturday - Leatherhead Leisure Centre am Land training will also be included in the program as directed by the Head Coach. Long course training sessions will be offered to the squad through the season. The swimmers should ensure that they attend these training sessions in addition to their normal training program. Equipment checklist Swimmers must have the following equipment at all training sessions; Drinks Bottle (one litre size)-cleaned regularly Kick Board Pull Buoy Snorkel Fins (Short zoomer style and long fins) Paddles (Hand and finger paddles) Heart rate monitor Goggles (including a spare adjusted pair) Swim Hats and spare if worn (must be LSC hats) Training Log Book Squad Criteria Swimmers will complete training to the full this will include all aspects of training include mobility/stretching exercises before training sessions (10-15min). Swimmers will inform the coach of any injury or illness before the session, the coach will then decide if it is appropriate for the swimmer to train. All swimmers will arrive on time to training. Swimmers that are late for sessions without a valid reason will not be permitted to train that session. Swimmers in National squad must have a positive approach and attitude in training and competition. Swimmers must be committed to performance level swimming. Swimmers must have all equipment at all training sessions (as set out in equipment checklist). Failure to have all equipment may result in being excluded from the training session. Swimmers must have a drinks bottle at every training session. Swimmers must complete training logbooks making sure they accurately record their training session as well as training sets that are recorded. L e a t h e r h e a d S w i m m i n g C l u b Page 11

12 Selection for any teams/programs/camps outside of the Leatherhead will be reviewed with coach and only undertaken if it is a benefit to the program. During School examination periods swimmers must discuss time table with coach Swimmers must show respect to their fellow team members and all LSC staff. L e a t h e r h e a d S w i m m i n g C l u b Page 12

13 National Senior Squad LTAD-Training to Compete-Training to Win Girls 15+, Boys 15+ The swimmers in this squad should be attending a minimum of 4 of the 6 training sessions offered. Ideally the swimmers should be attending all of the training sessions. The swim sessions currently offered to National Senior squad are; Tuesday- Epsom College am Tuesday Leatherhead Leisure Centre pm Wednesday- Downsend School am Thursday - Epsom College am Friday - Leatherhead Leisure Centre pm (Club night) Saturday - Leatherhead Leisure Centre am Land training will also be included in the program as directed by the Head Coach. Long course training sessions will be offered to the squad through the season. The swimmers should ensure that they attend these training sessions in addition to their normal training program. Equipment checklist Swimmers must have the following equipment at all training sessions; Drinks Bottle (one litre size)-cleaned regularly Kick Board Pull Buoy Snorkel Fins (Short zoomer style and long fins) Paddles (Hand and finger paddles) Heart rate monitor Goggles (including a spare adjusted pair) Swim Hats and spare if worn (must be LSC hats) Training Log Book Squad Criteria Swimmers will complete training to the full this will include all aspects of training include mobility/stretching exercises before training sessions (10-15min). Swimmers will inform the coach of any injury or illness before the session, the coach will then decide if it is appropriate for the swimmer to train. All swimmers will arrive on time to training. Swimmers that are late for sessions without a valid reason will not be permitted to train that session. Swimmers in National Senior squad must have a positive approach and attitude in training and competition. Swimmers must have all equipment at all training sessions (as set out in equipment checklist). Failure to have all equipment may result in being excluded from the training session. Swimmers must have a drinks bottle at every training session. Swimmers must complete training logbooks making sure they accurately record their training session as well as training sets that are recorded. L e a t h e r h e a d S w i m m i n g C l u b Page 13

14 Selection for any teams/programs/camps outside of the Leatherhead will be reviewed with coach and only undertaken if it is a benefit to the program. During School examination periods swimmers must discuss time table with coach Swimmers must show respect to their fellow team members and all LSC staff. L e a t h e r h e a d S w i m m i n g C l u b Page 14

15 Squad Movements Movement from Transition Silver and Blue to Development Two Swimmers should be attending both training sessions regularly. Swimmers must have a sufficient skill level to be able to cope with the next level of training needed. Swimmers should be attending galas highlighted by the coaching staff Swimmers should be showing good team spirit and looking out for fellow swimmers Swimmers should have a sound understanding of training sets and lane discipline Movement from Development Two to Development One Swimmers should be attending all training sessions regularly. Swimmers must have a sufficient skill level to be able to cope with the next level of training needed. Swimmers should be attending galas highlighted by the coaching staff Swimmers should be showing good team spirit and looking out for fellow swimmers Swimmers should have a sound understanding of training sets and lane discipline Movement from Development One to County Squad Swimmers should be attending all training sessions regularly. Swimmers must have a sufficient skill level to be able to cope with the next level of training needed. Swimmers should be attending galas highlighted by the coaching staff Swimmers should be showing good team spirit and looking out for fellow swimmers Swimmers should have a sound understanding of training sets and lane discipline Movement from County Squad to Regional Squad Swimmers should be attending all training sessions regularly. Swimmers must have a sufficient skill level to be able to cope with the next level of training needed. Swimmers should be attending galas highlighted by the coaching staff Swimmers should be showing good team spirit and looking out for fellow swimmers Swimmers should have a sound understanding of training sets and lane discipline Swimmers should be keeping a up to date log book Swimmers should be working towards County Championship qualifying times Movement from Regional Squad to National Potential Swimmers should be attending all 5 training sessions regularly. Swimmers must have a sufficient skill level to be able to cope with the next level of training needed. Swimmers should be attending galas highlighted by the coaching staff Swimmers should be showing good team spirit and looking out for fellow swimmers Swimmers should be competing at the County champs in multiple events. Swimmers should keep a up to date log book L e a t h e r h e a d S w i m m i n g C l u b Page 15

16 Movement from National Potential to National Squad Swimmers should be attending all 6 training sessions regularly as well as committing to regular morning training sessions. Swimmers must have a sufficient skill level to be able to cope with the next level of training needed. Swimmers should be attending galas highlighted by the coaching staff Swimmers should be showing good team spirit and looking out for fellow swimmers Swimmers should be competing at the Regional Champs or be actively working towards a Regional time as set out by the coaching staff Swimmers should keep a up to date log book Movement to National Senior Squad Entry to this squad is by invitation only by the Head Coach Swimmers would have been competing at Regional level Swimmers are still competed to performance swimming The decision by the Coaching Staff is Final L e a t h e r h e a d S w i m m i n g C l u b Page 16

17 Talent ID Program Swimmers that are identified by the coaching staff to be Talented may be fast tracked through squads. This is the call of the coaching staff with the final decision with the Head Coach. This fast tracking of these swimmers is to give them optimum chance to achieve full potential. This process will help maintain the club as one that is competing at the highest level. L e a t h e r h e a d S w i m m i n g C l u b Page 17

Class Register / Achievement Record. Date If attended If not attended

Class Register / Achievement Record. Date If attended If not attended Name: Term: NATIONAL PLAN AWARD STAGE. Enter the water safely. Move forwards for a distance of metres. Move backwards for a distance of metres. Move sideways for distance of metres. Scoop the water and