The Ravenswood Swimming Squad Program caters for swimmers of all ages and levels, from beginner squad swimmers to those regularly competing at carnivals. Squads are also available for Senior School swimmers who wish to train for fitness but are less keen on competing.
Our Squad Program gives swimmers the opportunity to train and compete in a safe, fun and friendly environment and to develop skills valuable to both sport and life.
Please note that all new and returning swimmers require a swim assessment prior to enrolment.
Squad Pathways
| Squad | School Year | Commitment | Squad Focus | Class/Squad |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Development II | Years 3-7 | 2+ sessions per week | Learn to train | 12 swimmers per class |
| Development I | Years 4-8 | 2+ sessions per week | Learn to train | 12 swimmers per class |
| Senior Fit | Years 7-12 | 2-3 sessions per week | Train to train | 12-20 swimmers per class |
| Junior Squad | Years 5-8 | 12-16 sessions per month | Learn to race | 22 Squad Members |
| Intermediate II | Years 7-9 | 12-16 sessions per month | Train to race | 12 Squad Members |
| Intermediate I | Years 7-9 | 16-24 sessions per month | Train to race | 12 Squad Members |
| Senior I | Years 10-12 | 20-24 sessions per month | Train to race | 12 Squad Members |
Squad Program Fee Structure per lesson
| Development and Fitness Squad fees (per lesson) | First session | Second session | Third session | Fourth session |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravenswood | $21.80 | $19.62 | $19.62 | $19.62 |
| Community | $26.51 | $23.86 | $23.86 | $23.86 |
Competitive Squad Fees per lesson
| Competitive Squad fees (per lesson) | Junior | Int II | Int I | Snr I |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravenswood | $39.36 | $39.36 | $46.09 | $47.24 |
| Community | $50.62 | $50.62 | $46.09 | $58.49 |
Squad Program Levels
Aim: Development-level squads are the first squads in our progression from the Learn to Swim levels. Swimmers continue to develop technique across all four strokes and are introduced to training techniques including time cycles (using the pace clock) and race techniques (starts, turns and finishes).
The long-term athlete development focus for this level is: ‘learn to train’.
Swimmer qualities and commitment:
- For students in Years 3–7
- Readiness to further progress their swimming
- Commitment recommended: 2+ sessions per week
- Swimmers are encouraged to join the Ravenswood Swimming Club (RSC) and attend RSC club meets
Criteria
| DEVELOPMENT II | DEVELOPMENT I |
| 2 sets of | 1 set of |
| 2x50m freestyle on 1.20 | 3x100m freestyle on 2.30 |
| 1x50m backstroke on 1.30 | 6x50m on 1.30 as odds: backstroke |
| 1x50m breaststroke on 1.30 | evens: breaststroke |
| 12x25m kick on 50 | 2x50m kick on 1.30 + 6x25m kick on 4 |
- Stage 1: Introduction to capacity and technique under fatigue
- Stage 2: Progressing capacity and technique under fatigue – achieve 5 seconds rest
- Stage 3: Improving capacity and technique under fatigue – achieve 10 seconds rest
- Stage 4: Competent capacity and technique under fatigue – achieve 15+ seconds rest
Promotion to the next squad is at the coach’s discretion, once a swimmer has achieved Stage 4.
Timetable
| Development II | Development I | |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 3.30pm – 4.30pm | 4.30pm – 5.30pm |
| Tuesday | 5.00pm – 6.00pm | 6.00pm – 7.00pm |
| Wednesday | 4.30pm – 5.30pm | 3.30pm – 4.30pm |
| Thursday | ||
| Friday | 3.30pm – 4.30pm | 4.30pm – 5.30pm |
| Saturday | 8.00am – 9.00am | 8.00am – 9.00am |
Aim: Senior Fit caters for Senior School students unable to commit to the demands of competitive swimming, or athletes who have a focus in another sporting area. This squad has a fun, relaxed atmosphere where swimmers will continue to refine technique across all four strokes, as well as being challenged in training capacities.
The long-term athlete development focus for this level is: ‘train to train’.
Swimmer qualities and commitment:
- For students in Years 7–12
- Enjoyment of swimming and desire to continue personal improvement
- Develop habits for a sustainable active and healthy lifestyle
- Commitment recommended: 2-3 sessions per week
- Swimmers are encouraged to join the Ravenswood Swimming Club (RSC) and attend RSC race meets
- Swimmer qualities and commitment:
Criteria
| 6 x 100m freestyle on 1.40 |
| 2x [2×100 kick] on 2.10 + 4×50 kick on 1.05 |
| 6 x 100m IM on 2.00 |
| Racing externally with the Ravenswood Swimming Club |
Stage 1: Introduction to the swimming skill
Stage 2: Progressing the swimming skill
Stage 3: Improving the swimming skill
Stage 4: Competent in the swimming skill
Promotion to the next level is at the coach’s discretion, once a swimmer has achieved Stage 4.
Timetable
| SeniorFit | |
|---|---|
| Monday | 5.30pm – 6.30pm |
| Tuesday | 5.00pm – 6.00pm |
| Wednesday | 5.30pm – 6.30pm |
| Thursday | |
| Friday | 5.30pm – 6.30pm |
Aim: Junior Squad is the beginning of our competitive pathway. Swimmers in this level will learn the skills required for competitive swimming, as well as continuing to work on technique across all four strokes. Swimmers will be introduced to morning training, and it’s recommended they attend at least two morning sessions during the school week.
The long-term athlete development focus for this level is: ‘learn to race’.
Swimmer qualities and commitment:
- For students in Years 5–8
- Readiness to further progress their swimming
- Actively working towards competing at club and area-level carnivals
- Commitment recommended: 12–16 sessions per month
- Swimmers are required to join the Ravenswood Swimming Club (RSC) and attend RSC race meets and targeted external carnivals
Criteria
| 10 x 100m freestyle on 1.50 OR 4×200 freestyle on 3.30 |
| 4 x 100 kick on 2.10 |
| 4 x 75 as 2x backstroke / 2x breaststroke on 1.45 |
| 6 x 100m IM on 2.10 |
Stage 1: Introduction to capacity and technique under fatigue
Stage 2: Progressing capacity and technique under fatigue – achieve 5 seconds rest
Stage 3: Improving capacity and technique under fatigue – achieve 10 seconds rest
Stage 4: Competent capacity and technique under fatigue – achieve 15+ seconds rest
Promotion to the next squad is at the coach’s discretion, once a swimmer has achieved Stage 4.
Term class schedule
| Junior Squad | |
|---|---|
| Monday | 4.00pm – 5.15pm |
| Tuesday | 6.00pm – 7.00pm |
| Wednesday | 3.45pm – 5.00pm |
| Thursday | 5.30pm – 6.45pm |
| Friday | |
| Saturday | 7.30am – 8.45am |
Aim: Intermediate levels in our competitive pathway cater for swimmers in Years 7 to 9. Swimmers at this level are introduced to race-specific training sets while continuing to refine technique across all four strokes.
The long-term athlete development focus for this level is: ‘train to race’.
- Swimmer qualities and commitment:
- For students in Years 7–9
- Readiness to further progress their swimming
- Actively working towards competing at area, state or national competitions
- Commitment recommended: Inter II: 12–16 sessions per month/Inter I: 20–24 sessions per month
- Swimmers are required to join the Ravenswood Swimming Club (RSC) and attend RSC race meets and targeted external carnivals
Criteria
| Intermediate II | Intermediate I |
|---|---|
| 10 x 100m freestyle on 1.40 OR 5 x 200 freestyle on 3.20 | 10 x 100m freestyle on 1.30 OR 5 x 200 freestyle on 3.00 |
| 5 x 200m kick on 4.10 | 5 x 200m kick on 4.00 |
| 4 x 200m IM on 3.45 | 4 x 200m IM on 3.30 |
Stage 1: Introduction to capacity and technique under fatigue
Stage 2: Progressing capacity and technique under fatigue – achieve 5 seconds rest
Stage 3: Improving capacity and technique under fatigue – achieve 10 seconds rest
Stage 4: Competent capacity and technique under fatigue – achieve 15+ seconds rest
Promotion to the next squad is at the coach’s discretion, once a swimmer has achieved Stage 4.
Timetable
| Inter II | Inter I | GYM | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 5.45am – 7.30am | 5.45am – 7.30am | INTER I 5.30pm-6.30pm |
| Tuesday | 5.45am – 7.30am | 5.45am – 7.30am | INTER II 3.45pm-4.45pm |
| Wednesday | 5.15pm – 6.45pm | 5.45am – 7.30am | INTER I 5.30pm-6.30pm |
| Thursday | 3.45pm – 5.15pm | ||
| Friday | 5.45am – 7.30am | ||
| Saturday | 5.45am – 7.30am | 5.45am – 7.30am |
Aim: Senior levels in our competitive pathway cater for swimmers in Years 10 to 12. Swimmers at this level are introduced to race-specific training sets, while continuing to refine their technique across all four strokes.
The long-term athlete development focus for this level is: ‘train to race’.
| Senior I (needs to be maintained to remain in Senior Squad) |
|---|
| 10 x 100m freestyle on 1.30 OR 5×200 freestyle on 3.00 |
| 5 x 200m kick on 3.40 |
| 6 x 200m IM on 3.00 |
➢ Stage 1: Introduction to capacity and technique under fatigue
➢ Stage 2: Progressing capacity and technique under fatigue – achieve 5 seconds rest
➢ Stage 3: Improving capacity and technique under fatigue – achieve 10 seconds rest
➢ Stage 4: Competent capacity and technique under fatigue – achieve 15+ seconds rest
Promotion into the next squad is at the coach’s discretion once a swimmer has achieved
stage 4 within the assessment criteria of their current squad.
Swimmer Qualities
- School year: 10-12
- Readiness to further progress their swimming
- Actively working towards competing at area, state, or national competitions
Commitment
- Recommended: 20-24 sessions per month
- Swimmers are required to join the Ravenswood Swimming Club (RSC) and attend RSC race meets and targeted external carnivals
Timetable
| Senior Squad | GYM | |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 5.45am – 7.45am | 5.30pm – 6.30pm |
| Tuesday | 5.45am – 7.45am | |
| Wednesday | 5.45am – 7.45am | 5.30pm – 6.30pm |
| Thursday | 4.00pm – 5.30pm | |
| Friday | 5.45am – 7.45am | |
| Saturday | 6.15am – 8.00am |
