MASTERS SQUAD

Masters Squad Overview

Whether you’re swimming laps for fitness and looking for more motivation, aiming to train and compete seriously as a Masters swimmer, or a triathlete seeking to complement your triathlon training in a club environment, the Borough of Harrow Swimming Club Masters Squad may be just what you need. This squad offers structured training to help swimmers refine their technique, improve their fitness, and, if desired, compete in Masters events.

Monthly Instalment: £38.00 (paid via Direct Debit)

Masters Squad Criteria

• Equipment:
  Swimmers in the Masters Squad are required to bring the following equipment to each session:
  • Kickboard
  • Pull Buoy
  • Fins
  • Swimmers must also bring either two 500ml water bottles or one 1L water bottle to ensure proper hydration during training.

Masters Squad Aims and Aspirations

The Masters Squad is designed for swimmers who want to improve their fitness, refine their technique, and participate in a supportive and motivating club environment. Whether you want to swim for fitness or compete in Masters events, the key aims of the squad include:

• Develop Swimming Fitness:
  Training sessions are focused on building endurance, speed, and overall swimming fitness. Swimmers will participate in structured sets designed to challenge and improve cardiovascular health and muscular strength.
• Refining Stroke Technique for All Four Strokes:
  The squad offers opportunities for swimmers to continue refining their technique in Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke, and Butterfly. Proper form and efficiency are emphasized to help swimmers swim faster and reduce the risk of injury.

Who Should Join the Masters Squad?

The Masters Squad is ideal for a wide range of swimmers, including:

• Fitness Swimmers: If you already swim for fitness but want more structure and motivation, the Masters Squad offers a supportive and engaging environment to help you reach your fitness goals.
• Competitive Masters Swimmers: If you’re serious about competing in Masters events, this squad will help you prepare and fine-tune your swimming skills for competition.
• Triathletes: If you’re a triathlete looking to improve your swimming performance, the Masters Squad can complement your triathlon training, helping you refine your technique and build endurance in the pool.

Training Schedule

For detailed training times and sessions, please refer to the Squad Timetable available on the club’s website: Squad Timetable.

What to Bring to Each Session

To be fully prepared for training, swimmers must bring the following equipment to each session:

• Kickboard
• Pull Buoy
• Fins
• Two 500ml water bottles or one 1L water bottle

Swimmers should be ready for a mix of fitness training, technique refinement, and endurance sets.

Commitment and Enjoyment

Whether you’re swimming to stay fit, train for competition, or prepare for a triathlon, the Masters Squad offers a flexible, welcoming, and motivating environment. Swimmers are encouraged to attend regularly to maintain fitness and continually refine their stroke techniques. By joining the squad, you’ll have the opportunity to swim with like-minded individuals who share a passion for swimming and fitness.