In this section, you will find information about the squad structure detailing the primary age and expected ability of the swimmers in each squad. You will also find details of training times for each squad.
| COMPETING/TRANSITION/LEARNING SQUADS | |||
National SquadsAll swimmers have national qualifying times |
National Age Squad |
National Squad14+ |
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Regional SquadsAll swimmers have regional qualifying times. |
Regional Age Squad |
Regional Youth Squad13+ |
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County SquadAll swimmers have Dorset qualifying times. |
County Squad12/u |
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Transition SquadsAll swimmers compete at PSC Star Games and various novice galas. |
Junior Squad11/u |
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Development Squads8-10yrs |
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Learner SquadsAll swimmers are 9/u and developing the 4 strokes. Swimmers are invited to PSC Star Games. |
Mini Squad |
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4 Star |
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3 Star |
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2 Star |
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| MASTERS/FITNESS SQUADS |
Masters18+ |
Gold Squad13+ |
Silver Squad13/u |
Bronze12/u |
Squad Selection Criteria
When coaches consider which swimmers for squads, they consider the following:
- A demonstrated ability that swimmer can handle the workload.
- The swimmer’s ability to handle the psychology of the group.
- The swimmers ability to compete well.
- Whether the swimmer is prepared to make the commitment.



