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Our squad programmes are for school age children and older who can swim comfortably in a 25 meter pool.

The qualified coaches will work on the fundamentals of competitive swimming, including proper technique in the four competitive strokes, dive starts and turns, racing skills, and structured practices.

In particular at the Junior and Intermediate squad levels, endurance training is introduced, as well as in house competition nights. Swimmers in these squads can attend up to three sessions per week from 6:45 – 8:00pm.

Venue:

Papatoetoe Centennial Pools, Sutton Crescent, Papatoetoe

Training Days and Times:

The club trains Monday - Saturday, except Public Holidays.

Times:  

Junior and Intermediate Squads
6:45 - 8:00pm  Monday, Tuesday and Thursday

Senior Squad
6:00 - 8:00pm  Monday - Thursday
5:30 - 7:00am  Monday - Wednesday - Friday
6:30 - 9:00am  Saturday

Swimmers are allocated a class following an initial assessment.

Swimming Meets:

Competitions are held at local, regional and national levels, and are conducted under the rules of Swimming NZ. When entering a competition a fee per swim is charged by the Club or Region holding the meet.

Coaches:

Brian Sorensen, Senior coach
Courtenay Funaki, Intermediate Coach
Vinsend Arudas and Jasmine Chan, Junior Coach

Club Fees: 

There are four terms in our swimming calendar:
Term 1: April—June Term 2: July—September
Term 3: October—December Term 4: January—March
Our Club fees are $120/$150/$250 per swimmer per term.
Club fees are due during the first month of each term;

i.e. April, July, October and January. Families of three or more swimmers qualify for a discount—details can be obtained from the Treasurer.

Equipment: 

New members will need suitable swimwear, goggles and a swim cap.

What does the programme teach my child? 

Each practice session begins is structured to build on previous lessons and are designed to increase strength, improve balance and flexibility. As a member of the programme your child will:

A. Learn advanced stroke drills
B. Improve swimming technique
C. Gain endurance
D. Participate in a competitive swim meet
E. Develop mental stamina and water confidence


If you would like to enquire about joining our club, feel free to contact

Terii Ahovelo

Club Treasurer and Admin 

PPTTreasurer@yahoo.com