Training Group Information

The Competition Gold group is for swimmers who are fully committed to competitive swimming and to developing their abilities through consistent hard work, dedication and training.

Swimmers continue to refine their technical skills while developing and maintaining fitness levels appropriate to their ability, development and biological age.

Older swimmers aged 12 and above within this group are generally established competitors, while younger swimmers are focused on continued development and progression towards North East Regional qualifying times.

The programme supports swimmers in developing greater consistency, technical efficiency, fitness and race performance as they progress through the competitive pathway.

Squad placement is not determined solely by the level of competition for which a swimmer may qualify. Swimmers may qualify for higher-level competitions but will be placed in the squad that best meets their age, development, individual targets and training needs.

Placement and continued membership are determined by the Head Coach and Assistant Head Coach.

Minimum Gala attendance: 3 per year.