Junior Swimming Squads
Junior transitional squads
Sharks | Otters |Seals
Following on from the Hamilton Aquatic Learn to Swim program is our transitional squads which are named the Sharks, Otters and Seals. These entry level squads are where we nurture, develop and build friendships among our junior swimmers.
Our transitional squad program is technique and skill based with an emphasis on the ABC’s.
Agility | Balance | Coordination | Speed
Swimmers at this level have the option to begin taking part in club nights, carnivals and inter club competitions where they will be provided the appropriate support at their current level of competition.
Sharks
Training Outcomes
Develop Free and Backstroke technique whilst learning the foundations for Breaststroke and Butterfly.
Begin learning basic skills such as diving and turns.
Kick and drill focused.
Competitive Outcomes
Introduction to Hamilton Aquatics Splash Nights.
Otters
Training Outcomes
To improve technique and learn the necessary skills in all four strokes,
Begin learning training fundamentals,
Kick and drill focused.
Competitive Outcomes
Compete in Hamilton Aquatics Splash Nights.
Introduction to local racing competitions.
Seals
Training Outcomes
To improve technique and skills in all four strokes.
Develop training fundamentals
Introduction to multi-length repeats.
Kick and drill focused.
Competitive Outcomes
Compete in Hamilton Aquatics Splash Nights.
Introduction to local racing competitions.
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Squad Flow Chart
Pool Locations
Hamilton Aquatics Junior transitional squads operate out of the following locations in Hamilton.
Hamilton West School Pool - Central Hamilton, by the hospital
Hillcrest Normal School Pool - Hillcrest
Waterworld - Te Rapa
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See why they love Hamilton Aquatics!
We would highly recommend Hamilton Aquatics, the staff are really great with students.
They set great role models for the students. Admin is very efficient as well.
Richard Clark, parent of swimmer
Hamilton Aquatics is a community based aquatics club that enables members across Hamilton to connect, have fun and achieve their aquatic goals.
