'The Kingfishers'

A Squad:

Training Times 2025

Wednesday 7:45pm - 9:15pm

Thursday 7:30pm - 9:pm

Saturday 3:30pm - 5pm

Where Champions Are Made.

Welcome to the A Squad, the pinnacle of achievement in our swimming program. You’ve worked hard to reach this elite level, and now it’s time to take your skills, performance, and mindset to extraordinary heights.

As an A Squad swimmer, you are a role model, a leader, and a competitor striving for excellence. With access to world-class coaching, rigorous training, and high-level competition, this is your moment to shine—and your platform to prepare for success in the pool and beyond.

Meet your Coaches

Pete Hardy

Helena Honeybone

Nikki Kirk

Ian Hunter

Paula Ellis

Richard Ellis

Vanessa Grant

Your coaches work hard each week to devise Training Plans that are customised for each level to ensure consistent growth.

In addition they provide

• Performance Feedback to track progress.

• Technique support and

• work closely with families to support each swimmer’s journey.

Precision, Power, Performance.

In the A Squad, training is designed to challenge and elevate you to your fullest potential. Every practice is an opportunity to sharpen your skills, build endurance, and develop the mindset of a champion.

Here’s what A Squad training offers:

• Customized Workouts: Tailored sessions focused on speed, endurance, and technique refinement.

• Strength and Conditioning: Dryland programmes to enhance power, agility, and overall fitness.

• Data-Driven Progress: Analyze your performance with advanced metrics to track improvements and set new goals.

This is where discipline meets opportunity. Embrace the grind, and the results will follow.

From Local Meets to National Stages.

As an A Squad swimmer, you’ll compete against the best—locally, regionally, and beyond. This is your chance to showcase your talent, test your limits, and achieve milestones that define your career.

• Elite Meet Preparation: Perfect your race strategies, starts, and finishes to compete at your peak.

• Qualification Goals: Work toward state, national, or even international standards.

• Mental Edge: Learn how to stay focused and confident under pressure.

Every race is an opportunity to prove your hard work and dedication. This is your stage to shine.

Inspiring the Next Generation.

A Squad swimmers are more than athletes—they are leaders within the team. You have the chance to mentor younger swimmers, set the standard for dedication, and leave a lasting legacy.

• Be a Role Model: Demonstrate discipline, sportsmanship, and a positive attitude.

• Lead by Example: Inspire others with your work ethic, focus, and drive.

• Give Back: Support your team by sharing advice, encouragement, and experience.

Your impact goes beyond the pool. As an A Squad swimmer, you shape the culture and future of our team.

Beyond A Squad—Chasing Your Dreams.

The A Squad isn’t just a destination; it’s a launchpad for future success. Whether your dream is to swim in college, represent your country, or simply achieve your personal best, the skills, discipline, and resilience you develop here will carry you far.

• College Opportunities: Work with coaches to prepare for collegiate swimming recruitment.

• Elite Camps and Clinics: Access exclusive opportunities to train with top-tier athletes and coaches.

• Life Lessons: Carry the discipline, teamwork, and perseverance you’ve honed into every aspect of life.

Your Journey. Your Legacy.

As an A Squad swimmer, you’re already among the best. Now, it’s time to aim higher, work harder, and achieve greatness. The pool is your proving ground, and your potential is limitless.

The water awaits. Rise to the challenge, and leave your mark as one of the greats.

Event Preparation -

1 - Pack your swimming kit the day before

2 - Prepare your sports nutrition plan in advance

3 - Get to the pool early

4 - Allow time for your full stretch and warm up routine:

5 - Get in the zone:

6 - Have fun!

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