SWIM ACADEMY
BLUE SQUAD PROGRAM
The Forum’s Swim Squad programs offer a range of different swimming classes that are designed to suit people with varying needs and abilities. Swimmers can join a squad for fitness, to provide cross training for other sports, aim for competition or simply to benefit from the many positives that swimming can bring.
SWIM SQUAD LEVELS & MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
The redesigned Squad Program has been developed to have clear pathways for both competitive and non competitive squad members.
Squad membership prices are available HERE.
BLUE 1 - learning to train
Designed to improve and maintain correct technique in all four strokes. Reinforce streamlining, introduce race rules and refine the basic skills of dives and turns. This squad is designed to prepare members for school swimming carnivals and develop their interest in competitive swimming. NUSwim membership is encouraged, and there is no minimum training requirement (we recommend at least 2 sessions per week). Members are typically 7-10yrs old.
Session Duration: 60 Minutes
| Monday | PM: 4:00-5:00pm & 5:00-6:00pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | AM: 6:45-7:45am PM: 4:00-5:00pm |
| Wednesday | AM: 7:00-8:00am PM: 5:00-6:00pm |
| Thursday | AM: 6:45-7:45am PM: 4:00-5:00pm |
| Friday | PM: 4:00-5:00pm & 5:00-6:00pm |
| Saturday | AM: 8-9am PM: No Session |
| Sunday | AM: 8-9am PM: No Session |
BLUE 2 - non competitive
Designed for cross-training and school carnival competitors, this squad introduces athletes to increased volumes and intensities whilst maintaining and improving correct technique. Members are typically 11yrs and over, and all four strokes will be utilised with the goal of improving speed and fitness, as well as preparation for school swimming commitments. NUSwim membership is encouraged, and there is no minimum training requirement.
Session Duration: 90 Minutes
| Monday | No Session |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | AM: No Session PM: 5:00-6:30pm |
| Wednesday | AM: 5:30-7:00am PM: No Session |
| Thursday | AM: No Session PM: 5:00-6:30pm |
| Friday | No Session |
| Saturday | AM: 9:00-10:30am PM: No Session |
| Sunday | AM: 9:00-10:30am PM: No Session |
TARGET SQUAD - Competitive
This squad is designed to identify and prepare young athletes for competition with the NUSwim Club. Members are typically 9-12yrs old and are required to swim 3-5 sessions per week and NUSwim Club membership is mandatory. The program will be geared towards participation at Coast and Valley, NSW Country and NSW State Age Championships.
Session Duration: 75 Minutes
| Monday | AM: 6:45-8:00am PM: No Session |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | AM: No Session PM: 4:00-5:15pm |
| Wednesday | AM: 5:30-7:00am PM: 4:00-5:30pm |
| Thursday | AM: No Session PM: 4:00-5:15pm |
| Friday | AM: 6:45-8:00am PM: No session |
| Saturday | AM: 6:00-8:00am PM: No session |
| Sunday | No session |
STATE DEVELOPMENT SQUAD - COMPETITIVE
Specifically designed for athletes that have committed to the sport of competitive swimming. Members are typically 13yrs and over and have achieved NSW State qualification times or are close (at discretion of Assistant Coach). Members must attend 4-6 swim sessions per week, and NUSwim Club membership and participation is mandatory. This program is designed towards increased participation and performance at NSW Country and State Championships and preparing readiness for the National Development Squad.
Session Duration: 105 Minutes
| Monday | AM: 5:00-6:45am PM: 4:00-5:45pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | AM: 5:00-6:45am PM: No Session |
| Wednesday | AM: No Session PM: 4:00-5:45pm |
| Thursday | AM: 5:00-6:45am PM: 4:00-5:30pm* |
| Friday | AM: 5:00-6:45am PM: 4:00-5:45pm |
| Saturday | AM: 6:00-8:00am PM: No Session |
| Sunday | No Session |
*Dry Land Session
NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT SQUAD - COMPETITIVE
Specifically designed for athletes that have committed to the sport of competitive swimming. Members are 13yrs and over and have achieved National qualification times or are close (at discretion of Head Coach). Members must attend 5-7 swim sessions per week, and NUSwim Club membership and participation is mandatory. This program is designed towards increased participation and performance at the National Age and Open level competitions.
Session Duration: 120 minutes, with a comprehensive gym and dry-land program delivered twice weekly.
| Monday | AM: 5:00-7:00am PM: 5:00-7:00pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | AM: 5:00-7:00am PM: 4:00-5:30PM* |
| Wednesday | AM: 5:00-7:00am PM: 4:00-6:00PM |
| Thursday | AM: 5:00-7:00am PM: 4:00-5:30PM* |
| Friday | AM: 5:00-7:00am PM: 5:00-7:00pm |
| Saturday | AM: 6:00-8:00am PM: No Session |
| Sunday | No Session |
*Dry Land Session
Squad Membership Options
1x session per week | $15.00 p/w*
2x sessions per week | $27.50 p/w*
3x plus sessions per week | $32.50 p/w*
1x session per week | $17.50 p/w*
2x sessions per week | $30.00 p/w*
3x plus sessions per week | $35.00 p/w*
$40.00 p/w*
$45.00 p/w*
$50.00 p/w*
*ALL MEMBERSHIPS PAID FORTNIGHTLY
Squad Membership Options
1x session per week | $15.00 p/w*
2x sessions per week | $27.50 p/w*
3x plus sessions per week | $32.50 p/w*
1x session per week | $17.50 p/w*
2x sessions per week | $30.00 p/w*
3x plus sessions per week | $35.00 p/w*
$45.00 p/w*
$50.00 p/w*
$40.00 p/w*
*ALL MEMBERSHIPS PAID FORTNIGHTLY
Squad Program FAQS
NUSWIM CLUB
All swim academy members are encouraged to join the NUSwim club.
NUSwim swimming club has been established since 2002. The club is based at the Newcastle University's Forum Sports & Aquatic Centre, which includes the region's only 50m indoor heated pool. This ensures maximum comfort and enjoyment for the entire year.
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Main Contact
Club Secretary
Attn: NUSwim Swim Club via, Front Reception, The Forum, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan 2308
nuswim.secretary@hotmail.com