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C Squad

C Squad (Canterbury Squad), is an extension of J Squad.  The sessions continue to develop the skill acquisition of the simmwers and targets these swimmers on the qualification for the Canterbury Champs, South Island Country and Town Meet and National Junior Championships.  Swimmers should be developing their strokes to a high level of aptitude and be able to race all strokes, including medley events and distances from 50-800m, with good style and proficiency.  Morning training is encouraged (once per week) and a variety of training techniques and sessions are used aiming to bring out the best in their swimming ability.



Training Sessions:  C Squad swimmers aim to make 4 or more sessions per week.

Promotion:  Swimmers gain promotion to JAG Squad when 7 out of 8 C Squad assessments are passed.

Equipment Required:  Togs, 2 pairs of goggles, towel, fins and pull buoy.

Competition Level:  Canterbury Championships, Junior National Championships.