Managing a swimming club requires understanding governing bodies, pool management, safety protocols, and competitive swimming. This guide covers everything you need for successful swim clubs.
Swimming Governing Bodies
- USA Swimming - National governing body (USA)
- Swim England - National governing body (UK)
- Swimming Australia - National governing body
- FINA - International federation
- Club Registration - Annual registration
- Insurance - Liability and accident coverage
- Background Checks - Required for coaches
- SafeSport Training - Mandatory training
Age Groups
- 8 & Under - Introduction to competitive swimming
- 9-10 - Skill development
- 11-12 - Competitive development
- 13-14 - Advanced competition
- 15-16 - Senior development
- 17-18 - Elite competition
- Senior - 19 and over
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Pool Management
- Pool Access - Secure pool time
- Lane Allocation - Organize by ability
- Pool Schedule - Practice and meet schedule
- Pool Safety - Lifeguards and safety equipment
- Pool Maintenance - Water quality and cleanliness
- Pool Rules - Safety and behavior rules
- Pool Rental - Negotiate favorable rates
Safety Protocols
- Lifeguards - Certified lifeguards on duty
- Emergency Action Plan - Written procedures
- First Aid - First aid kit and trained staff
- Supervision - Adequate coach-to-swimmer ratio
- Water Quality - Regular testing
- Weather Policy - Lightning and severe weather
- Medical Forms - Current medical information
Coaching Requirements
- USA Swimming Membership - Required
- Background Check - Criminal record check
- SafeSport Training - Mandatory training
- ASCA Certification - American Swimming Coaches Association
- CPR/First Aid - Required certification
- Lifeguard Certification - Recommended
- Continuing Education - Ongoing training
Meet Management
- Meet Selection - Choose appropriate meets
- Meet Entries - Online entry systems
- Travel Meets - Hotels and transportation
- Meet Volunteers - Recruit officials and timers
- Hosting Meets - Organize home meets
- Results - Track and share results
- Time Standards - Qualifying times
Player Development
- Stroke Technique - All four strokes
- Starts and Turns - Race skills
- Endurance Training - Distance work
- Speed Training - Sprint work
- Dryland Training - Strength and flexibility
- Mental Training - Race preparation
- Video Analysis - Technique review
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