Squad 2 - Canterbury Regional Development
Squad 2 caters to accomplished juniors and developing age-groupers who actively qualify for and attend competitions within the Canterbury region and beyond. Training deepens each swimmer's capabilities by introducing harder, complex race sets with an absolute focus on technical efficiency across all four competitive strokes and distances. Perfect for children preparing for Canterbury regional development.
Ideal For: Active Canterbury regional development competitors looking to sharpen racing strategies and step up training loads.
Training Commitment: 8 sessions are offered weekly. Swimmers must attend a minimum of 3 sessions per week, though 4+ is highly recommended for consistent progression.
Coaching Highlight: Squad 2 receives dedicated, independent coaching from our assistant coach to ensure targeted, individual growth.
Dryland Strength & Conditioning:
Building Power Beyond the Pool
At Vikings Swim Club, we know that championship speed isn't just built in the water. Our comprehensive training pathways include dedicated dryland sessions designed to optimize performance, build physical resilience, and develop the mental stamina required for high-performance competitive swim squads. Incorporating structured dryland routines directly targets core stability, explosive power, and shoulder longevity, correcting muscle imbalances that naturally occur from repetitive swim strokes.
By focusing on full-body mobility and functional strength on land, our athletes significantly improve their body rotation, flip-turn power, and block-start dive distance. Whether you are a developing junior in Squad 3 mastering fundamental movement patterns or an elite athlete in Squad 1 engaging in a targeted, specialized strength and conditioning routine, our expert-led dryland programme provides the competitive edge needed to excel at regional, national, and international meets.
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