Squad Profiles & Progression Pathways

Structured coaching environments engineered for progressive athletic development — from foundational academy skills through to national championships.

Interactive Swimmer Progression Pathway
Click any stage along our training pathway below to instantly jump to its detailed squad requirements, target meets, and equipment lists.
Stage 1 (Ages 8-10) Reef / Vortex
Stage 2 (Ages 10-12) Riptide
Stage 3 (Ages 12-14) Tsunami
Stage 4 (Ages 13+) Storm
Stage 5 (Elite) Hurricane
Adult (Ages 18+) Masters

Squad Profiles & Requirements

Elite Performance

(Hurricane) Ages 14+ National Level
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The flagship squad for national and premier regional athletes. Program emphasizes high-volume aerobic conditioning, race pacing, physiological testing, and dedicated strength & conditioning.

Pool CommitmentUp to 8 sessions (16 hrs/wk)
Land Training / S&C2x Dedicated Gym Sessions
Target CompetitionsAquatics GB Nationals, SW Regionals
Kit Requirements
Fins Paddles Snorkel Band HR Monitor

Senior Performance

(Storm) Ages 13+ Regional / County
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Designed for senior athletes targeting South West Regional qualifying standards and Dorset County podium finishes. Focuses on advanced aerobic training and event specialization.

Pool Commitment5 - 7 Sessions / Week
Land Training / S&C2x Land Workouts
Target CompetitionsDorset County & Regional Meets
Kit Requirements
Fins Paddles Snorkel Kickboard

Intermediate Performance

(Tsunami) Ages 12 - 14
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Key developmental squad transitioning junior age-group swimmers into competitive performance disciplines. Strong focus on IM mastery, turns, underwater breakouts, and aerobic base.

Pool Commitment5 - 6 Sessions / Week
Land Training / S&C1x Pre-Pool Land Session
Target CompetitionsDorset County Champs & Level 1/2 Open Meets
Kit Requirements
Fins Kickboard Pull Buoy Snorkel

Junior Performance

(Riptide) Ages 10 - 12
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High-ability junior age group squad building strict technical precision across all four strokes, race starts, turns, and introduction to pace awareness.

Pool Commitment4 - 5 Sessions / Week
Land Training / S&CCore & Mobility Activation
Target CompetitionsCounty Development & Open Meets
Kit Requirements
Fins Kickboard Pull Buoy

Junior Development

(Reef / Vortex) Ages 8 - 11
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Entry-level competitive squads transitioning swimmers out of Learn-to-Swim academies into club training. Emphasis on fun, stroke efficiency, streamlining, and introductory gala racing.

Pool Commitment2 - 4 Sessions / Week
Land Training / S&CBasic Mobility & Games
Target CompetitionsClub Time Trials & Level 4 Meets
Kit Requirements
Short Fins Kickboard Drink Bottle

Masters & Senior Fitness

(Masters) Ages 18+
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Structured lane sessions catering to competitive Masters swimmers, open-water racers, triathletes, and former competitive swimmers maintaining high fitness.

Pool CommitmentFlexible (Up to 7 Sessions Available)
FormatStructured Lane Workouts with Coach On Deck
Target CompetitionsMasters County/National & Open Water Events
Kit Requirements
Fins Paddles Pull Buoy