
Training Squad - D2

The D2 squad is the next step for those swimmers who have mastered the techniques of the Dolphins and D3 squads and are competing for the club in Micro- and Swim Leagues or individually at galas.
Swimmers in this group are typically aged 9 and over and the squad is comprised of swimmers training to compete.
Swimmers in this group compete in open galas and are working towards County and Regional times.
All swimmers MUST be aspiring to compete at the North Lancs District level and beyond.
Swimmers are expected to attend a minimum of 3 water sessions per week, 60% of monthly sessions being the minimum.
Saturday morning training attendance is encouraged.
All swimmers must compete in team and open competition if selected and have good all round technical abilities and skills, with the ability to cope with training demands of the squad. All swimmers must behave and respect the coaching staff at all times.
Equipment
D2 - Must haves ...
- Swimming Cap
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Goggles
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Kickboard
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Short Fins
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Snorkel
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Skipping Rope
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Pull Buoy
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Finger Paddles
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Water Bottles x 2

Our athletes need some support - Can you help this weekend in Liverpool
We hope you all have a great day
Congratulations to our 19 swimmers who qualified for this years summer regionals, we proud to share the 15 swimmers who are racing over the 3 weekends.
Clitheroe Dolphins swimming club produced a sterling performance as they clinched 18 medals at the 2026 Lancashire County Championships
Enjoy your day
If your role in the club requires a DBS check, why not make life easier by joining the DBS Update Service. It keeps your certificate up to date and helps reduce admin workload for your club officers.
If you are a qualified Swim England coach and are looking for an exciting new challenge Clitheroe Dolphins are recruiting.
Merry Christmas to all our athletes, coaches and poolside helpers - it's been a great year for Dolphins and we are looking forward to 2026.
We would also like to wish our wider swimming community a Merry Christmas and New Year - We look forward to seeing you soon
Clitheroe Dolphins
We have another fully qualified J1 official!
Congratulations and thank you Anne who has officially been signed off in Leeds last weekend! It’s fantastic for our club to have another official to represent us at events.
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