mlc squad descriptions

MLC offers a range of swim squads catering for all ages, interests and commitment to the sport. Squad swimming sessions are held at the MLC Physical Education Centre pool or Hawthorn Aquatic and Leisure Centre.

 

Competitive Senior Squads

 

·          State Age Squad:

The State Age Squad is for swimmers who are currently qualified or working toward competing at the State Short or Long Course Championships. 

 

·          National /Open/ Age Development Squad:

Members of the National Open / Age Development Squad are swimming at a National level or striving toward achieving this goal. The program includes swim sessions at MLC and Hawthorn Aquatic and Leisure Centre (HALC) and gym / dryland activities. Session commitment is at the coach's discretion (recommended 8 per week). As the timetable may vary session times can be confirmed by phoning the Head Swim Coach.

 

For an assessment time for either the State or National Squads please contact Nick Hibbins directly on 0418 551860.

 

Recreational Senior Squad  

 

·          Senior Fitness Squad:

This squad is for swimmers concentrating on school swimming, surf lifesaving and open water swimming.  The squad is also appropriate for retired pool swimmers who would like to maintain a high level of fitness.  There is no minimum requirement of sessions and additional sessions for MLC students are available by arrangement with the Head Coach.

 

Please note – there is no scheduled training for the Senior Fitness Squad during the school holidays or on long weekends (unless advised otherwise).  Please check “Learn to Swim” term dates.

 

 

 

Training Sessions

 

National Squad

 

Monday            5.30– 7.30am MLC        4.00 – 6.00pm HALC     

Tuesday           5.30– 7.30am MLC        4.00 – 6.30pm MLC *

Wed                OFF                             4.00 – 6.00pm HALC

Thursday          5.15– 7.30am MLC *       4.00 – 6.00pm HALC

Friday              5.30 – 7.30am MLC        4.00 – 6.30pm MLC *

Saturday          6.00–7.45am MLC

 

State Squad

Monday

 4.00pm - 6.00pm HALC

Tuesday

5.30 - 7.30am MLC

4.00pm-6.30pm MLC *

Wednesday

 

OFF

4.00pm - 6.00pm HALC

Thursday

 4.00pm - 6.00pm HALC

Friday

5.30am - 7.30am MLC

4.00pm - 6.30pm MLC *

Saturday

6.00am - 7.45am MLC

 

Swimmers in the National squad must attend a minimum of eight sessions per week. It is recommended that at least two of these sessions be gym/pool sessions. State squad swimmers must as a minimum attend four sessions per week and can not attend more than six sessions per week. It is recommended at least one of these sessions be gym/pool sessions. Gym/dry land sessions are highlighted above with an * and are conducted Tuesdays 4.00 to 5.00pm, Thursdays 5.15am to 6.00am and Fridays from 4.00pm to 5.00pm.

 

Senior Fitness Squad

 

Monday            6.15pm– 7.30pm          MLC

Wed                 5.00pm– 6.15pm          MLC

Thursday          5.30pm – 7.15pm          MLC *

Saturday           7.45am – 9.00am           MLC

 *5.30pm to 6.00pm Dryland training then 6.00pm to 7.15pm pool.

 

mlc AQUATIC

MLC Aquatic Membership is compulsory for all swimmers training with the Emerging, State and National squads. Members of the Nipper and Junior programs are Junior MLC Aquatic members.

 

MLC Aquatic works in conjunction with the swim program to offer all swimmers additional opportunties & guidance.  The club aims to ensure that every member achieves their best. For more information contact Anthony Schlicht mobile: 0416088796 email: atschlicht at vicbar.com.au or visit Nick Hibbins in the Swim Office phone: 9274 6328 email: hibbinnl at mlc.vic.edu.au.

 

 

www.mlcaquatic.com.au

 

  

Application for Squad Swimming

How to enrol:

To ensure participants are in the appropriate squad for their ability and commitment all participants must be assessed before commencement –

 

1.       Make an appointment for assessment

2.       Bring this enrolment form with you to your assessment

 

Surname                                                                      

 

First Name                                                                   

 

Address                                                                      

 

                                                                       

 

Phone                          Date of Birth             /           /   

 

MLC Student:    p YES                         p NO

 

Student Number                                                           

 

Previous swimming history (ie. Club (if applicable), level achieved):

 

                                                                       

 

                                                                       

 

FAMILY CONTACT DETAILS

 

Father’s Name                                                  

Address                                                                      

Phone                                                             

Mother’s Name                                                 

Address                                                                      

Phone                                                             

EMERGENCY CONTACT DETAILS

 

Contact Name                                                  

 

Phone                                                             

 

Office Use Only:

 

Squad                                      No. of Sessions           

Date Commenced                                                        

 

the Coaches

Head Swim Coach:  Nick Hibbins

Level 2 Silver Licence

Level 1 Strength and Conditioning Coach

Qld Development Coach 1998-2000

Australian Team Coach 2004 & 2005

 

Assistant Senior Coach/Emerging Squad Coach: Lauren McLaverty  

Bronze Licence

Victorian Swim Instructor of the Year 2004/05        

       

 

Swim Coaches:

Kristal Hammond

Lauren McLaverty

Penny Foster

Narelle Wane                            

 

 

 

MEDICAL INFORMATION

A comprehensive medical form will be forwarded to you after enrolment in the program to be completed and returned to the Swim School Office prior to the commencement of squad training.

 

STUDENT AGREEMENT

I,                                   , am prepared to fulfill the expectations and obligations of an MLC sporting representative by:

 

1.    Attending all practice sessions, being available for all competitions and following appropriate safety guidelines.

2.    Wearing full and correct uniform.

3.    Notifying the coach if unavailable for a competition in the event of illness/injury.

4.    Representing the team to the utmost of my ability.

Student’s signature                                                       

 

I wish for my child to participate in the squad program and agree to pay coaching fees.

 

Parent’s signature