Youth Development

Squad
For

Ages 11 + years

Expected Weekly Attendance

Flexible

Requirements

Swimmers must attend a trial and be able to follow and maintain a good level of performance in all strokes, whilst undertaking a competitive training program. Swimmers will also be expected to attend external competitions.

Timetable during School Term
St George’s School, Ascot

Monday18:00 - 19:30

Wednesday06:30 - 07:30

Wednesday18:30 - 19:30

Friday06:15 - 07:30

SWIM KIT

Swimmer to have correct kit

Ascot Royals Swim Cap

(purchased via the Frogz App)

Kickboard
Pull Buoy
Short Fins
Goggles
Water Bottle
How many sessions a week will my child be asked to swim?

The fees for Youth Development Squad allow for flexible attendance. However, it is expected that any swimmer enrolled into the squad is also attending regular swimming lessons outside of the Academy. This could be either at school or by attending a learn to swim programme.

What is the age of swimmers at this level?

Typically, swimmers are aged 11+ years old.

What does my child have to do to move to County Squads?

Moving to County Squads is ultimately up to the coach’s discretion. However, a swimmer must:

Regularly attend sessions

Demonstrate an eagerness to learn by listening to the coach’s instructions

Perform strokes efficiently

Regularly attempt basic competitive turns

Follow basic instructions from a drill board