Welcome to the Parnell Swimming Club swimmer journey! Our squad structure is designed as a progressive pathway, guiding swimmers from their first club experience to reaching their full potential. Each stage is carefully designed to develop the technical skills, physical endurance, and mental focus appropriate for that level. Our goal is to provide a clear, supportive, and motivating environment for every athlete.

Junior Prep

This squad is designed for swimmers who have graduated from learn-to-swim programs and are ready to explore competitive swimming. It’s the perfect first step into a club environment where they will learn how to train, refine their strokes, and be part of a team.

Focus

Our coaches focus on developing legal and efficient technique in all four strokes (Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke, and Butterfly). We introduce swimmers to basic training principles, including drills, starts, and turns, all within a fun and supportive setting. The goal is to build a strong technical foundation for future success.

Is your swimmer ready for Junior Prep?

  • They can swim 25-50m of recognizable Freestyle, Backstroke, and Breaststroke.

  • They have a basic understanding of Butterfly.

  • They can listen and follow instructions in a group for 90 minute session.

  • They are enthusiastic about learning and improving their swimming!

  • (Note: No stop-watch times are required for entry. Assessment is based on skill and readiness.)

Training Commitment

Swimmers are expected to attend a minimum of 2 out of the 3 offered sessions per week to ensure consistent progress.

Goals

  • Learn how to train with aerobic/endurance and speed sessions

  • Further development of the 4 strokes

  • Good technique

  • Good turns and starts

  • Knowing and following the swimming rules for competition

  • Consistent routine and sessions per week

  • Level 3 meet attendance

Equipment Needed:

  • Drink bottle

  • Short fins

  • Pull Buoy

  • Kick Board

  • Mesh Bag

  • Snorkel (Nipper Development)

The Next Step

After mastering the skills in Junior Prep, swimmers will be invited by their coach to begin transitioning to our Junior Squad.