Training Squad - D1
The D1 squad is the top squad for those swimmers who are competing for the club in leagues, or racing individually at galas.
Swimmers in this group are aged 12 and over and the squad is comprised of swimmers training to compete.
All swimmers must be aspiring to compete at County/Regional/ National level.
Swimmers must attend a minimum average of 4 water sessions per week, equating to 66%+ attendance during the season.
Saturday morning sessions attendance is strongly advised.
All swimmers must compete in team and open competition if selected.
Swimmers will have have excellent all round technical abilities and skills and the ability to cope with the training demands of the squad. All swimmers must behave and respect the coaching staff at all times
Equipment
D1 - Must haves ...
- Swimming Cap
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Kickboard
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Goggles
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Short Fins
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Pull Buoy
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Snorkel
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Skipping Rope
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Finger Paddles
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Water Bottles x 2
- 02 Oct 2025Swim England teams up with club management systems for swim times
Swim England is proud to be teaming up with leading swimming club administration platforms – including Swim Club Manager and Swim Manager – to deliver a faster, more efficient way for clubs, coaches, and event organisers to access official swimming times. - 30 Aug 2025Thank you
A very big thank you to Tesco Clitheroe In The Community for their generous donation from their book sales in July!
Some of our swimmers & Paul our chairman went to collect the cheque today. - 21 Aug 2025Good Luck Everyone
We would like to wish all athletes across the North West all the best today if they are receiving their GCSE results today. - 14 Aug 2025National Recognition For Our Swimmers
Congratulations to Eva and Imogen who have been selected to take part in the Swim England National Age Group Development Programme - 10 Aug 2025Swim England North West Winter Championships 2025
Swim England North West are delighted to announce that the SENW Regional Winter Championships together with a Winter Development Meet will take place on the 1st & 2nd November 2025 at Manchester Aquatics Centre (25m). - 06 Aug 2025Ensure grassroots sports funding reaches community gyms and swimming pools
Leaders from across local government and the fitness and leisure sector are urging the Government to ensure that the £400 million announced in the Spending Review for grassroots sports facilities is directed towards vital community assets such as leisure centres, swimming pools and local gyms. - 18 Jul 2025Swim England and AP Race commit to new strategic partnership
Swim England and AP Race have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that will see the two organisations work collaboratively to drive positive change across the swimming sector in England. - 04 Jul 2025NHS 10 Year Plan
Swimming is more than a sport - it’s a vital tool for physical and mental health.
Swim England Chief Executive, Andy Salmon, welcomed the announcement of the government's NHS 10 year plan. He said it was great to see the role of prevention in keeping the nation healthy being recognised throughout. - 23 Feb 2023Memories Project
Clitheroe Dolphins through the years!
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