southside penrhos wesley swimming club inc. season... · meet entry procedure for club mornings ......
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Contents
Southside Penrhos Wesley Swimming Club....................................................................................... 2
Presidents Welcome .......................................................................................................................... 3
SSPW Committee ............................................................................................................................... 5
How we communicate news and information about meets and club activities ............................... 6
Who to contact if ............................................................................................................................... 6
What apps and websites are available? ............................................................................................ 6
Club Membership ............................................................................................................................... 7
By joining the swimming club, you access the following: ............................................................. 7
Swimmers Code of Conduct ............................................................................................................... 8
Roles and responsibilities as a parent & Code of Conduct ................................................................ 8
Club & Junior Club Mornings ............................................................................................................. 9
Meet Entry Procedure for Club Mornings ......................................................................................... 9
How do we get Qualifying times? .................................................................................................... 10
What are the main swim meets and what should we enter? ......................................................... 10
Targeted Meets ............................................................................................................................ 11
Club Championships..................................................................................................................... 11
What if I want to compete at a non-Targeted meet? .................................................................. 11
SSPW Hosted Meet ...................................................................................................................... 11
State Championships ................................................................................................................... 11
Club Premierships – A Division .................................................................................................... 12
Interclub Meets: ........................................................................................................................... 12
Which age group does my child enter? ....................................................................................... 12
Meet Entry Procedures .................................................................................................................... 12
Race Day Guide ................................................................................................................................ 12
Swimming Equipment ...................................................................................................................... 15
Paying for things .............................................................................................................................. 16
The SSPW Club Bank Account details .......................................................................................... 16
The Watkins Southside Swimming Bank Account Details ........................................................... 16
Other Q & A ...................................................................................................................................... 16
Other Resources ............................................................................................................................... 17
Swimming Performance Pathway .................................................................................................... 19
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It is the intention of this handbook to provide answers to the many questions that swimmers and their families have. If you wish to know something not contained in this booklet, please ask.
Southside Penrhos Wesley Swimming Club Southside Penrhos Wesley (SSPW) is a community based A grade swimming club affiliated with the WA Swimming Association that welcomes all swimmers. Club members do not have to be a student at Wesley College or Penrhos College. The club focuses on development of junior and age-group swimmers.
Southside Penrhos Wesley Swimming Club was established as Maida Vale Dolphins in 1978 and was originally based at the Maida Vale Pool near Kalamunda Road. In 1994 the club relocated to Wesley College in South Perth and changed its name to Southside Dolphins. The club later changed its name to Southside Wesley Swimming Club to both advertise our location and mark our close relationship with Wesley College. The most recent name change to Southside Penrhos Wesley (March 2007) was to emphasise the importance of our two major squad training pools and secure access to these incredibly valuable resources into the future.
All SSPW swimming members must train with the Watkins Southside Swimming. Watkins Southside Swimming is the “learn to swim” and “training” component of the program, but
“racing” is associated with Southside Penrhos Wesley Swimming Club.
This is the opportunity for swimmers to put what they have learnt into practice!
One of the swimming club parents explained it as “my son trains for soccer during the week and plays his game on the weekend. It is the same for swimming. He trains during the week, then plays his “game” for swimming on the weekend.”
Membership of the club is on an Annual basis from 1 October to 30 September
Get the whole family into swimming
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Presidents Welcome Welcome all members to the 2017-18 swim season and an especially warm SSPW Club welcome to all new members.
As a parent member of SSPW over the past few years I have seen the strong level of commitment our swim team has the sport of swimming. This coupled with the strong community focus our Club members (including parents), coaches and volunteer Committee continue to have throughout the year at various Club events and behind the scenes helps make SSPW the strong and vibrant Club it is today.
On a personal note, our family has two swimmer members at the Club, both who I am proud to say have been part of their respective State Swimming championship age groups over the years. The comradery that the Club brings to every meet attended is something to behold and the friendships team members develop over the years is amazing as a parent to watch. This comradery can also be heard in the stands, especially when SSPW swimmers achieve personal best times throughout the season.
I started volunteering with the Club as a nervous time keeping parent on Saturday mornings worried about which button to press on the stop watch at the finish of every race (only one it appears), and later progressing to a volunteer Committee member role. In 2016-17 I was asked to be the starter at several Club events – and whilst I am not a Swimming WA official like a few our dedicated parent members, I truly welcomed the experience this presented. This wider parent involvement is why I have committed to the President’s role in 2017-18 to be a part of the overall SSPW team dedicated to ensuring an enjoyable, supportive and competitive environment where swimmers of all levels are encouraged and welcomed. Every team member truly matters within the SSPW community.
The 2017-18 Committee is committed to ensuring a fun and enjoyable season ahead
wishing every competitive success to all swimmers. We truly welcome parent participation, feedback and input into the overall initiatives of the Club and believe that without ongoing constructive communication our Club will not continue to grow into the future. Feedback can be provided to any of our Committee members and I certainly welcome feedback at [email protected].
Roll on the 2017-18 swimming season and let us all enjoy what is shaping up to be another great season for the Club and most importantly our swimmers.
Grant Shillington
SSPW President
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Swimming organisational relationships
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President Grant Shillington
Presides at all meetings of the
Club. Directs the activities of
the Committee towards Club
goals and objectives.
Vice Presidents Helen Harding
Dehanne Baron
Provides assistance to the
President and chairs meeting
in case of absence
Secretary Natalie Edmiston
Maintains the records of the
Committee, liaising with
Committee members and in
dealings with external entities
including Swimming WA.
Treasurer Sarah Hynes
Manages all Club financial
transactions, Develops an
annual financial statement of
the activities of the Club.
Member Registrar Dale Collins
Registers and records details
of all financial club members
with Swimming WA.
Meet Registrar Alsion Fasher
Informs club members of
upcoming targeted meets and
details. Processes manual
swim meet & relay entries
Head Coach Nick Watkins
Coordinates the swimming
program and coaching staff.
Uniform Officer Correen Olney
Sells and maintains stock of
SSPW Club uniforms.
Club Meets Organiser/Recorder
Helen Harding /Matt Lyons
Responsible for organising
and running SSPW Club meets
& Championships
Volunteer Coordinator
Annette Ellul Coordinates Volunteer Rosters
including timekeeping at Club
Targeted Meets
Nationals Coordinator
Helen Harding Coordinates travel and
accommodation for National
competitions.
Junior Liason Officer Mat Lyons (Coach) Works with Junior swimmers
and parents in Club
Social & Fundraising Coordinator
Kristina Morisey
Coordinates social events and
activities including
Fundraising activities.
Media Officer
Sharon Szczecinski
Manages media publicity
including social media
Swimming WA Delegate
Helen Harding /Stella Carrara (Alt) Attends Swimming WA
meetings.
Website Manager
Ray Webb Manages website and website
updates
Member Protection Officer
Stephanie Goh Provides information and
guidance on complains
procedures
General Committee Jeanette Ingles, Jo Chant, Suzanne Ford, Olivia Wong
Points Recorder Mat Lyons Records SSPW Team points
Referee Stella Carrara Swimming Technical Official.
This is a list of the roles and responsibilities of the committee members. It is hoped that this provides an idea of who to contact for specific enquires.
The club committee is a group of volunteers that manage the swimming club, and is elected at the end of each swimming season.
For further information about the roles of the committee, please contact the President.
SSPW Committee
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How we communicate news and information about meets and club activities When you register with SSPW, the email contact information provided on your registration is automatically fed through to our Club Mail Chimp account. We regularly send out information on upcoming events, activities and meet information via Mail Chimp. Please note, if you happen to have a Gmail account, the email gets directed to your “promotions” folder. If you unsubscribe accidently or otherwise, we will not be able to add you back on ourselves, you will have to do this. We also regularly provide updates and photos on our Facebook page
Who to contact if After reading this booklet, I still want more information http://sspw.swimming.org.au/
I want specific information about the Club Secretary
I want to know about Junior Club & Membership Junior Liaison Officer
I have a Membership /transfer question Member Registrar
I want to pay Club Membership Fees Treasurer
I want to know about Squad training Watkins Southside Swimming
I want to pay Training Fees Watkins Southside Swimming
I have a question about Coaching Head Coach
I want to know about Club Meets & Club Championships Club Meets Organiser
I want to know about targeted meets Meet Registrar/Coaches
I want to buy Club uniforms Uniform Officer
I have a general Club question Anyone on committee
I have an issue/complaint Member Protection Officer
I have news to be shared Website & Newsletters
I want to Volunteer to the Committee President
I have a business and would like to become a sponsor Sponsorship Coordinator
I would like to become a Technical Official Referee
What apps and websites are available? Southside Penrhos Wesley website
https://sspw.swimming.org.au/
This website format provided free to our Club via Swimming Australia. Unfortunately, there are a few areas that are not populated or functioning e.g. MyLane, Events, Results as in WA we use My Swim Results for the processing of the memberships, online meet entries, results and other reports
My Swim Results Webpage
www.myswimresults.com.au
This is the website that you will need to use to process registration or renewals, enter swim meets, view the Swimming WA Calendar of events, get results etc. It is recommended that individuals subscribe to My Swim Results for an enhanced swimmer reporting on results, personal bests, rankings and entries. You can search for your swimmers profile, then claim it as your own and that will allow you to set up a user name and password to access the site. The subscription is $13.20 for 12 months per swimmer.
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Like our Facebook Page Southside Penrhos Wesley Swimming Club and find out the up-to-date information and photos of happenings around the club
https://www.facebook.com/pages/SouthSide-Penrhos-Wesley-Swimming-Club/159050590855109
Meet Mobile
Meet Mobile is a Paid via subscription (about $8 pa) App for Apple or Google play devices. The real time race results of many swim meets including our own Club days are uploaded live to Meet Mobile App. You can follow your own swimmer, or the whole SSPW team. Further information is available on the link http://www.active.com/mobile/meet-mobile-app
Club Membership Does my child have to train with the Watkins Southside Program to be part of the Swimming Club?
Yes, the Southside Penrhos Wesley Swimming Club Constitution states that ‘Competitive members should not be involved in any training group other than those associated with the Club’.
By joining the swimming club, you access the following:
Access to Saturday morning racing experience (Official Club mornings and Junior Club);
The opportunity to enter races run by other WA clubs, Swimming WA, Interstate or Swimming Australia; including Open water events;
Membership of Swimming WA/Swimming Australia
The opportunity to complete for Southside Penrhos Wesley Swimming Club in Pennant Swims;
The opportunity to represent the club in summer and winter trips and compete (supported by the club
The chance to mix with our Senior Swimmers (they are great role models!) at club events.
Member Insurance though swimming Australia https://swimming.jltsport.com.au/
What will we receive when we join?
All NEW first time Members receive a complimentary SSPW Swim Cap and SSPW Team Cap and SSPW T-shirt and SSPW lanyard.
After registration, Competitive members will be sent a Membership pack from Swimming WA. This pack contains your SWA Membership Card which should be placed in the Club lanyard that you have received from SSPW. The pack also contains other information and discounts from various businesses.
New Junior Dolphins Age 7 years and under will also receive a Junior Dolphins member pack from Swimming Australia (Note: These take some time to arrive!)
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Swimmers Code of Conduct By registering with SSPW, all members agree to the code of conduct of the Club, Swimming WA and Swimming Australia. As an overview, the Code of conduct is
Abide by the General Code of Conduct of Swimming Australia (Refer to link below)
Follow the rules of Swimming Australia at all times.
Give your best at all times.
Never argue with an official or coach.
Use the appropriate rules and guidelines to resolve a dispute.
Control your temper. Verbal or physical abuse is not acceptable.
Work equally hard for yourself and/or your team.
Be a good sport. Applaud good performances whether they are made by your team or the opposition.
Treat all swimming participants, as you would like to be treated. Do not bully or take unfair advantage of another competitor.
Cooperate with your coaches, team mates, opponents, management, event staff and officials.
Participate for your own enjoyment and benefit, not to satisfy the expectations of others.
Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of their gender, ability, ethnicity, cultural background or religion.
Roles and responsibilities as a parent & Code of Conduct The Swimming Club is run by a volunteer committee and parent volunteers. The club could not function without your help!
Parent/Guardian Code of Conduct
Abide by the General Code of Conduct of Swimming Australia. and the Code of Conduct for Dealing with Young Children (Refer to link below)
Encourage your child to participate in sport for their individual enjoyment, personal satisfaction, and improvement.
Focus on your child’s effort and performance, rather than winning or losing.
Encourage your child to abide by the rules and accept judgements made by officials.
Never ridicule or yell at a child for making a mistake or performing below expectation.
Be an example to your child and others. Appreciate good performances by all participants.
Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from the sporting environment.
Show appreciation and respect for all people involved in your child’s swimming.
Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants, regardless of their gender, ability, ethnicity, cultural background or religion.
Positively support and encourage your child to aim for their own Personal Bests (PB’s) and goals.
Leave the coaching to the coaches. If you need to speak to a coach arrange an appropriate time either before or after a training session.
Do not send your child to training and meets when they are obviously unwell.
On Swimming Club and Junior Club mornings we always need helpers, especially timekeepers. Please do not drop your child off at the pool and leave.
Link to Swimming Australia Safe Sport Framework Codes of Conduct
https://www.swimming.org.au/Assets/Safe-Sport-Framework/Codes-of-Conduct-(Part-3-SSF).aspx
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Club & Junior Club Mornings Do I have to pay anything for Junior Club and Club Mornings?
No, Junior Club and regular Club Mornings are a part of your membership and there is no charge. The only exception to this are organised interclub meets, if expenses are incurred for pool lane hire, visiting officials and possibly food.
What is the difference between Club mornings and Junior Club mornings?
Club mornings/evening occur on throughout the whole year. For Club Meets an email will be sent out with the details and the link to enter events. In the winter months we will sometimes run Club meets during the early evening on a weekday. Please refer to the club calendar for when Club Meets are planned.
Junior Club mornings are every Saturday when a full Club meet is not run and there is no need to register. The race format for Junior Club is more relaxed and is designed for younger swimmers. We use more basic timing and start equipment and swimmers can enter any number of races. 25m races are also held on these Junior Club mornings. These times are not official. Our Junior Liaison Officer can advise you on Junior Club.
Meet Entry Procedure for Club Mornings An email containing the relevant information as to how many events and which strokes may be entered together with a link to enter the events online will be sent approximately one week before the next Club Meet. It is very important to ensure entries are actioned before the close off as failure to do so may result in not being able to swim on the day. All enquiries on SSPW Club Mornings should be emailed to [email protected]
What happens when I get to Club morning?
There may be a short talk beforehand from the Coaches and/or Club President, but normally we start the first race at 8am. Generally, pool space is limited due to training and public swimmers, so a warm up may not be possible.
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The swimmers normally sit on the grassed area where it is easy to marshal them for races, while parents assist with the running of the morning. The junior and intermediate swimmers are assisted by their coaches on Club Mornings.
Parents are expected to attend Club Mornings and will be asked to assist with timekeeping or in some other volunteer capacity.
Please do not use this as a babysitting (drop & run) service. Without Parent help, your child may not be able to participate in the Club Morning.
Who does my child swim against on Club Mornings?
When your child swims at Club mornings, they swim in mixed age groups and gender. Selection criteria for each heat are time based, so they swim against swimmers of similar ability. Results are grouped by age group and gender and are also used for Club Team points. We would have too many races if we tried to do separate ones for every age group!
SSPW Club Teams
Within the SSPW Club, swimmers are allocated to one of 3 teams Marlins, Killer Whales and Sharks. The teams compete again each other in friendly rivalry. Siblings can be in different teams! The first Swim Cap for your allocated team is issued free of charge. If this breaks, or is lost then a replacement can be purchased for $10 from our Uniform Officer.
How do we get Qualifying times? Several swim meets throughout the year do not require qualifying times to enter. These meets are great as they allow swimmers to get times which may allow them to swim at qualifying swim meets (times required to enter) State and AA Championships are meets that do require a qualifying time.
The club attempts to arrange several official time meets throughout the calendar year. This is advised in advance by the SSPW Club Meet Coordinator. Official time’s meets require certain paperwork to be completed for Swimming WA and it requires a minimum of FOUR qualified Technical Officials to be present on pool deck for the duration of the meet.
There is also a difference between qualifying times required between short course (which is 25m pool length races mainly during winter) and long course (which is 50m pool length races).
Qualifying Times for the Season
State Championships and AA Qualifying times can be found in the Summer and Winter Almanacs produced by Swimming WA and on the Swimming WA website
State Championship Qualifying Times 17-18 Season
https://www.myswimresults.com.au/Attachments/Meets/AUS/WA/2017/SunSmart%20State%20Age%20Championships/2017-18%20Summer%20LC%20Qualifying%20Times%20copy.pdf
AA Times 17-18 Season
https://www.myswimresults.com.au/Attachments/Meets/AUS/WA/2017/SunSmart%20State%20Age%20Championships/2017-18%20Qual%20Times.pdf
What are the main swim meets and what should we enter? There are many swim meets that happen throughout the year. The coaches identify appropriate swim meets and the Club Meet Registrar will email you as these Targeted swim meets approach. Not all meets are suitable for all swimmers and your child’s coach can provide more assistance as to which events to enter
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When you receive a meet notification email and you would like to compete, follow the directions in the email. Meets should be entered well before the publicised cut-off date and time, as occasionally they fill very quickly and swimmers have been known to miss out on being able to enter due to numbers reaching capacity. Before entering simmers are advised to check
if there are qualifying times for the swim (see more information below)
the cost per event.
Targeted Meets
A Calendar of Club and Targeted Meets is published for both the Summer Long Course (LC) and Winter Short Course (SC) seasons. The Coaches select the meets that are targeted and supported by the coaching staff and squad training and taper is tailored accordingly. The Meet Registrar will send out a notice closer to the event
Club Championships
Between October and March each year, a number of Club Trophy & Championship events are held. The Trophy Events consist of separate IM, Distance, Sprint and Club Championships. The distances vary according to age and Trophies are awarded to Age groups and are presented at the annual Trophy Presentation function (usually held in April/May each year).
What if I want to compete at a non-Targeted meet?
If you decide to register for a non-Targeted meet, please understand that this is your choice and Coaches will not be in attendance at the meet and you should discuss entering with your coach before doing so.
Depending on the number of other SSPW swimmers also registered for the event and the number of events entered by SSPW Swimmers, there may be timekeeping duties assigned to the club. In this instance, it is the responsibility of families registering for the event to cover all timekeeping commitments assigned to the club. PLEASE NOTE: The SSPW Volunteer Coordinator is not responsible for creating a timekeeping roster for non-Targeted meets.
SSPW Hosted Meet
Each year, SSPW applies to Swimming WA to run sanctioned swim meet at HBF Stadium during the summer long course season. This season our meet is at HBF Stadium on Saturday 9th December The SSPW meet is a major event on our club calendar and all members are expected to compete and support the running of the meet.
State Championships
State Junior Championships (8-12yrs), State Age Championships (13yr/Over) and State Open Championships, are held during both the long course summer season and the Winter Short course season. All registered swimmers who have achieved the qualifying time are encouraged to enter.
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Club Premierships – A Division
This event is run by Swimming WA. It is one of the pinnacle events on the swimming calendar when all 8 of the “A” Division clubs compete against each other to take out the coveted title of ‘A Grade Premiers’. Swimmers at this event are selected by the Coaches and the team is notified a week or two before the Meet. This is a very important meet for the club as the 2 bottom scoring Clubs move down to B Grade and the Top 2 scoring from B Grade move up to compete in A Grade the following year. SSPW is an “A grade” Club and intends to remain so and such it is expected that all members attend (whether swimming or supporting the club).
The club usually provides a bus to transport the team to and from HBF Stadium. Swimmers and supporters will all dress up according to a Theme with a Costumed March-past around the pool before the racing commences. The A Grade Premiership for the 2017-18 season is Friday 2rd March 2018 which is also a direct clash for our Open Swimmers competing in 2018 Hancock Prospecting Australian Swimming Trials on the Gold Coast
Interclub Meets:
Junior Interclub meets are typically for our 12yrs and Under swimmers. We typically compete against one or two other clubs, for 2-3 hours.
Which age group does my child enter?
The age group that your child should enter is their age on the first day of the swim meet.
Which events should our child enter?
There are a number of different events at every swim meet and the choice can be confusing. If you are unsure if your child is ready to try different events, please speak to their coach.
Sometimes, the swim meet is based on gaining as many points for the swimming club, for example at Pennant swims. The Swimming Club may choose certain swimmers to compete in certain events to gain the most possible points for the club. Normally, this is not the case, but the swimming club will let you know when these meets occur.
Meet Entry Procedures The entry Procedure for the majority of meets are completed online and paid by Credit Card though a PayPal or Bank Transfer gateway via My Swim Results. Links to enter the meets will be emailed by the Meet Registrar and can also be found on the Swimming WA calendar of events.
There may be times that a meet has to be entered by the Meet Registrar and in this instance you must email the Meet Registrar with the requested events and pay the required entry fee direct into the Club bank account.
Race Day Guide Do I eat breakfast before a swim meet?
Yes! A healthy breakfast is very important and we recommend you eat something 3-4 hours before you start racing. E.g. breakfast cereal/porridge with low-fat milk/yoghurt and fruit. Refer to links on Swimming Nutrition.
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What happens when I arrive at HBF Stadium for a swim meet?
Normally, it is a few dollars to enter the aquatic venue and once you have entered, the SSPW club sits together. Flash your HBF card for a small discount on entry at HBF stadium. Early birds usually try to secure some space for others in the team. Look out for other SSPW shirts.
What should I bring to eat and drink?
Don’t be afraid to pack an esky! If your events stretch out over the day, healthy food and fluids are the go. There is a cafe for a morning coffee and food is available. It will burn a hole in the pocket by the end of the day! (The coffee line is long in the morning). Remember that hot chips sit in the stomach and should be avoided before a swim!
When should I arrive for a swim meet?
The morning warm up usually begins an hour before the swim meet starts. At HBF Stadium, the swim meet usually begins at 9am, so warm ups are from 8am. However, you should check online at the Swimming WA site for the event programme and it will tell you specifically for the Meet you are attending. Check with your coach before Meet day if think you are swimming late in the programme. You may be given another warm up time. Do not assume, check first.
Different pools have different conditions. What do I do, who do I ask?
Most of our swim meets are at HBF Stadium, but sometimes they are at other pools. The first few times you swim at HBF stadium, you will notice that you can adjust blocks and that there are touch pads at the end of the pool and for 12yrs and Over, backstroke ledges may be used. Please ask the coaches any questions you may have regarding the pool that you are competing at.
Marshalling for your race Watch the Marshalling Counter located above the wall at the Western End of the Pool at HBF Stadium. When your event number (and sometime Heat Number) comes up promptly make your way to the Marshalling Area. You can wear warm clothing (track suits, shoes etc.) REMEMBER to take your Cap and Goggles!
Report to the Marshalling table. There will usually be two officials. One for boys and one for girls.
Tell the Marshaller your event number and your name. The Marshaller will advise you of your Heat Number and Lane Number.
Move to the seat and row that corresponds to your heat number and lane number
Hints -
The Marshalling seats are set out in rows of eight.
Each row represents a Heat. Each seat represents a lane in the pool.
You will generally start at the back row of chairs and move forward (1 row at a time) as each heat is taken to the pool deck for their race.
As you move forward, ensure that you keep the same seat (which corresponds to your lane number)
When it is your turn to go to Pool Deck, the Check-Starter will collect you and take you to the chair behind your lane (behind the timekeepers). They will then check your name and that you are in the correct lane. There will usually be one or two heats ahead of you—wait by the chair and prepare yourself for your race.
Race Preparation
Ensure you are ready to race; Bathers, cap and goggles are all ready to go.
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When the Heat ahead of you is finished and the Timekeepers are returned to their seats or when signalled by an Official, move forward behind the starting block and wait for the starter’s whistle to get onto the block
After the Race Exit the pool when the Official gives you the instruction. Never climb over the back of the block, you must always exit on the side (Lane 1 or Lane 8), whichever is closer. Sometimes the Starter will ask you to exit the pool immediately. Sometimes they will ask you wait until after the next Heat has started —move to lane rope and wait in the pool until the next Heat has started.
Collect your belongings from where you left them
Do a cool down and/or return to the stands and check in with your coach. Remember—relax, have fun and enjoy yourself .
If you need assistance, please ask your coach or other SSPW members for help
How easy is timekeeping?
Timekeeping on club mornings is very easy as you just need to press the button when the swimmers finish the race. The stopwatches will automatically restart under control of the Officials. On Junior Club mornings, we use the hand held stopwatches, where we need to start and stop the watch. It’s always lots of fun and a good opportunity to meet some of the other parents.
What happen if timekeepers get the same time?
On club mornings, we give out Freddo Frogs if you get the same time as the other timekeepers on your lane!
What about at other swim meets?
Parents/guardians of swimmers who have entered for events are required to timekeep or undertake other volunteer duties such as Refreshments, Accreditation or results running at swim meets run by Swimming WA and other Clubs sanctioned meets. Swimming WA, like all clubs are dependent on volunteers. If your child has entered the meet, please ensure that you check the timekeeping/duty roster for your time allocation. Don’t be afraid of timekeeping if you have never done it before. It is as simple as pressing a button and other more experienced parents will happily guide you through the first time.
The Volunteer Coordinator will create a roster according to the number of positions we are required to fill and make it available before the swim meet (mainly timekeeping, but may also include results running, refreshments, accreditation and Medals). The Volunteer Coordinator will do their best to roster you during your time at the pool, but please understand that this may not always be possible. Please check the roster before you attend the swim meet.
A few points to note:
It is your responsibility to arrange a substitute if you are unable to fill your allocated time slot at a swim meet.
The timekeeper must be aged 16 years or over
Please do not bring young children to sit on your lap while you are timekeeping. Only the actual timekeeper is allowed on pool deck.
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Swimming Equipment What gear do you need to start training?
Gear requirements are advised by the Coaches of Watkins Southside swimming, but as a guide.
Junior Squad: Goggles and swimming cap (especially for long hair), water bottle.
Intermediate Squad: Goggles and swimming cap (especially for long hair), water bottle, long fins.
Competition Squad: Goggles and swimming cap (especially for long hair), water bottle, pull, buoy, snorkel & fins
Transition Squad: Goggles and swimming cap (especially for long hair), water bottle, fins, pull buoy, hand paddles, snorkel.
Nick and Bundi’s Squad: Goggles and swimming cap (especially for long hair), water bottle, short fins, pull buoy, snorkel and paddles.
What is the difference between swim racing and training gear?
Bathers for racing are usually a much finer fabric and require much greater care. Training bathers, by virtue of being worn all the time, can stretch and create drag, but they last much longer as they are chlorine resistant.
Expensive, technical race suits may look the go, but are not absolutely not necessary for younger swimmers. They are a huge investment and really are the realm of swimmers attaining good times at a State level or higher, when milliseconds are crucial. They will not magically transform a swimmer into a star and don’t buy bigger with the idea that your swimmer will grow into them and get longer out of them. Technical suits also do not last long.
A range of much cheaper suits which are particularly suited to Juniors with less compression than the high end technical suits are now on the market, so ask around for guidance, prior to buying. Please also note that some swimming federations are now banning the use of Technical Suits for Junior swimmers and this is being considered here (Swimming Victoria has already implemented)
How do I fit bathers, goggles and caps properly?
It is important that each swimmer learns to be independent in preparing themselves but whilst learning, advice should be sought from their coach. Other experienced swimmers/ parents will no doubt offer advice if you ask. Bathers are usually tighter than you would expect, for racing. You should not be able to pull the straps on girl’s bathers and have a big gap. Often this can be uncomfortable, but air pockets must be avoided and the bathers need to fit like a second skin.
Caps worn on race day is be the SSPW cap, Watkins Southside Swimming caps cannot be worn at swim meets as this is in breach of Swimming Australia policy on advertising. All hair needs to tuck in so that no drag is created. There is no room for a fashion statement with bits of hair and fringe dangling down.
Goggles need to be firm and almost “suction” around the eye socket. Remember, they have to withstand a dive in so need to be secure.
What gear is needed at race days?
Training bathers for the warm up
Racing bathers
SSPW uniform- you must wear your SSPW shirt
A hoodie/jacket & tracksuit bottoms to keep warm and something warm for your feet (in winter “ugg” boots are great).
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Several towels
Goggles
SSPW swim cap
Water bottle
Your Membership Card
Some healthy snacks e.g. containers of various chopped fruit, low fat yogurts, sandwiches or rolls with low-fat fillings (e.g. banana/jam/honey), cereal or sports bar, muffins, fruit juice or fruit smoothie (based on low-fat milk & yogurt)
A bag to put your things in
A book or other entertainment doesn’t go astray if you are in for a long day
Paying for things You will notice that when you pay for things that unless paid for at the time through online processing, you are requested to pay by direct deposit into the club account. This includes things like uniform items, interclub competitions and club social events (like Christmas parties, trophy nights, etc.).
The SSPW Club Bank Account details
Name of Account:
Southside Penrhos Wesley Swimming Club Inc.
BSB: 066-112
Account Number: 10078730
Description to include: At least first three letters of Family name + abbreviation of what it is for e.g. SMITHREGO for Smith Registration
Common abbreviations used: REGO for registration, UNI for Uniforms, XMAS for Christmas party. The Treasurer can be notified that a payment has been made [email protected]
For all Squad training & lesson payments, they are made to Watkins Southside Swimming. Please take care not to confuse Squad training and SSPW payments.
The Watkins Southside Swimming Bank Account Details
For Squad training & lesson Fees
Name of Account:
Watkins Southside Swimming
BSB: 086 455
Account Number: 793404020
Other Q & A SSPW Committee & Technical Officials
Swimming, like most sports relies heavily on Volunteers. Without volunteers, the sport cannot function.
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Committee Sub Committee’s…general help!
Each year we call for nominations to the SSPW Committee and Sub-Committees for the following season. There are many positions available as we spread the load under the motto of “many hands make light work”. All positions have substantial handover, back-up, knowledge and support. To ensure that member needs are met and we remain a vibrant community based club, we need a cross section of all member ages on the committee. Lack of experience is not an excuse!
Technical Officials
In order to be able to offer Official times meets at club level and to be able to apply to host a sanctioned meet through Swimming WA, we require a number of Club based Volunteers to be trained in various officiating positions. Positions include Starter, Judge of Strokes, Inspector of Turns, Check Starter, Marshaller, Recorder/Computer Operator which all lead to the position of Referee. Swimming WA regularly runs courses to become accredited and all SSPW member families are encouraged to become an Official. It is a Volunteer role but is one that is essential to the sport.
Where can I buy swimming gear?
The Club stocks all Club Uniform items (Caps, Shirts, Hoodies, Track Jackets) There are many sports stores that sell swimming bathers and accessories, and Swimming WA members also have a discount on selected items for Swimmer’s World, located at 56 Grantham St Wembley http://www.swimmersworld.com.au/
Some popular websites for swimming gear
Coach Fiona Nrijich has a local store for Funkita/ Funky Trunks http://perthswimacademy.com.au/ Funkita online https://www.funkita.com/
Slix Australia http://www.slixaustralia.com.au/
Wiggle http://www.wiggle.com.au
Aquadiva http://www.aquadivaswimwear.com/
Other Resources Swimming Australia Website and Parent Handbook
https://www.swimming.org.au/home.aspx
http://www.swimming.org.au/SwimmingAustralia/media/Trials-campaign-assets/Parent-handbbook2016.pdf
Swimming WA website
https://wa.swimming.org.au/
The Swimming for Parents book written by Gary Barclay will help parents of new swimmers, junior swimmers and age group swimmers to 18 years. It provides valuable information for parents of Club, District, State and National level swimmers
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http://www.swimmingforparents.com/
Nutrition/Feeding your swimming
https://sitedesq.sportstg.com/customdata/index.cfm?fuseaction=display_main&ItemID=22203&OrgID=4176
http://www.ausport.gov.au/ais/nutrition/recipes
Dryland exercise/stretching
https://wa.swimming.org.au/visageimages/stretching%20poster%20A1print.pdf
Swimming Lingo and Rules
http://www.fina.org/discipline/swimming
http://www.fina.org/content/fina-swimming-rules
This is quite a detailed document but the coaches and referees (on Club Mornings) will always point out important aspects of swimming that your child must remember.
https://swimswam.com/news/international/australia/
US website, but has lots of interesting articles from all over the world
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Swimming Performance Pathway https://wa.swimming.org.au/visageimages/SW48a%202017-18%20Performance%20Pathway%20Programme%2012pp%20A4%20Booklet%20-%20ELECTRONIC%20DISTRIBUTION.pdf
Swimming Australia JX (Junior Excellence) Program
The Australian Junior Excellence Programme (JX) recognises, rewards and encourages swimmers who achieve a high standard of swimming excellence. Swimmers aged from nine to 16 years who accomplish times set by Swimming Australia qualify for gold, silver, bronze, or green standard, depending on their best performance/s during the season. Swimmers also have the opportunity to qualify as a Junior Excellence Legend. Qualifiers receive special recognition by way of: • publication of their name on the Swimming Australia and Swimming WA website; and • a JX prize pack including a cap, poster, certificate and more. For more information, visit
https://www.swimming.org.au/Junior-Excellence.aspx
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