Thursday Technique & Endurance Session

About the Class

Thursday - Technique & Endurance Session This session is held at The Link Centre, Swindon.   For location details see the google maps link here Our Thursday morning session is specifically designed as a Technique & Endurance session.  It is one of our two flagship 90minute sessions. This dynamic workout not only enhances your overall fitness through extended swims but also employs targeted drills and swim gear to reinforce excellent form over longer distances. It offers a perfect blend of endurance and technique work, making it an ideal addition to your weekly swim routine. For maximum benefits, consider pairing it with its 90 minute counterpart on Tuesday for a significant boost to your overall swim training. Key Features:‍- Use of swim drills and kit use to hone key skills within your stroke.- Longer swim efforts to build endurance and to practice holding form over distance. - 90 Minute Session Minimium Swim Criteria to join- If you do not meet this criteria please contact us ASAP as this session may not be the correct fit for your ability. - Swimmers must be able to swim at least 200m of non-stop and proficient front crawl in approximately 2:30 per 100m. - Participants must be 18 years or older. - Please note that this is not a learn-to-swim session; attendees must have a basic proficiency in front crawl. Swim Kit Required for a South West Swim Squad Session:*Note: If it's your first trial session, don't worry if you don't have any swim gear. While essential for long-term participation in squad, it can be acquired once you know our sessions are for you and we can also reccomend which paddles are right for you at this time. Mandatory Training Aids - To make the most out of your sessionEquipment is available to purchase from South West Swim with a 5% squad discount.  Head to the SWS Store via your booking account. ‍- Costume (Gents: Swim jammers, swim briefs, or swim trunks; avoid swim shorts or beach shorts as these simply create drag) -‍ Goggles ‍- Pull Buoy ‍- Fins ‍- Paddles (Advice on the right paddles for you can be provided for you once we have seen you swim) ‍- Full Drinks Bottle Optional but Useful Training Aids: -‍ Centre Snorkel ‍- Finis Tempo Trainer (Recommended for Tuesday & Thursday sessions especially) Cancellation Policy - Important: - The cancellation window for all squad sessions (regardless of reason, including illness) is 24 hours before the session start time. - Cancellations or no-shows after this point are charged as normal, ensuring a fair system for swimmers and South West Swim. - Please use the booking system or mobile app to cancel, cancellations are not accepted via phone, text, email as these may be missed.- There are no exceptions to the cancellation policy in order to provide a fair system to all swimmers and South West Swim. Any questions should be directed to swim@southwestswim.co.uk