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GK Swimming Pathway

DR Swim - Learn to Swim

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100m Freestyle

100m Backstroke

50m Breaststroke

12.5m Butterfly

Streamline

Turns and Finishes

Learn to Swim for swimmers aged 4yo +

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Stage 1 through to Stage 8 + Squad Transition

+ Adult Learn to Swim

GK Swim Squad Pathway

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For swimmers transitioning from Learn to Swim.

This is where the journey begins. Foundation Squad builds water confidence and introduces correct technique across all four strokes. Swimmers learn essential skills like streamlining, breathing control, and body position — all in a fun, supportive environment.

  1. Focus on technique and enjoyment.

  2. Introduction to squad-style training.

  3. Ideal for ages 7–10 (approx.)

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Refining technique and building endurance. Swimmers in Development Squad begin to train with purpose. We focus on improving stroke efficiency, learning race skills (dives, turns, finishes), and developing aerobic fitness. This is where swimmers start to understand what it means to train like an athlete.

  1. 2–4 sessions per week recommended.

  2. All four strokes refined.

  3. Continued aerobic development.

  4. Introduction to racing skills and swim meets.

  5. Encourages consistency and discipline.

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Training with intent and preparing for competition.

Challenge Squad swimmers are ready to compete regularly and train with greater intensity. We introduce race strategy, pacing, and stroke rate awareness while continuing to build technical excellence — especially in Individual Medley (IM) events.

  1. 3–5 sessions per week recommended.

  2. Regular competition encouraged.

  3. Continued aerobic development.

  4. Increased training volume and intensity.

  5. Focus on goal-setting and accountability.

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Committed athletes targeting performance benchmarks.

Aspire Squad is for swimmers who are serious about their sport. Training becomes more advanced, with a focus on speed development, race tactics, and qualifying standards for state-level competition. Swimmers begin to take ownership of their performance.

  1. 4–6 sessions per week recommended.

  2. Advanced technical and tactical training.

  3. Mental resilience and performance mindset.

  4. Continued aerobic development.

  5. Strong commitment to training required.

  6. Represent club at targeted and State meets.

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Elite training for high-performance outcomes.

Our top squad is designed for swimmers competing at state, national, or international levels. Performance Squad offers a high-intensity training environment with advanced programming, race simulation, and leadership development. These athletes represent GK Swim in Swimming WA events proudly wearing the GK uniform.

  1. 6–8 sessions per week recommended.

  2. Focus on excellence and peak performance.

  3. Continued aerobic development.

  4. Represents the club at targeted meets and major competitions.

GK Masters - Swimming for Fitness
and Sociability

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Teen

Fitness

GK Fitness
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Adult

Fitness

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