Junior Emerging
The Junior Emerging squad caters for junior swimmers who are seeking to become involved in competitive swimming. The focus is on developing an athlete’s ability across all four strokes and their race skills. There is an emphasis on introducing basic skills and knowledge to assist in competitive performance and the squad environment.
Squad Progression
- Progression into Junior Emerging
- Must pass Gold caps
- To be deemed competent in this squad
- Must complete the Junior Emerging competency standards
Our Squads
There is a reason why our mascot is a stag. A stag embodies the philosophy of the Highlanders.
It represents the values that we instill in our athletes, not just as swimmers, but as people.
Integrity. Discipline. Bravery.
The stag is the symbol of champions.
For our coaches to successfully progress athletes through our program, an athlete must display the criteria below:
Pursuit of Excellence
A self-driven desire to improve.
Like the stag, we grow through seasons. We commit to daily standards, refine under pressure, and express our best when it matters most.
Consistency
In attendance, effort and growth.
Like a stag sheds and regrows its antlers, progress happens over a whole season.
Coachability
Willingness to apply feedback and be challenged.
Like the stag, we are aware, adaptable and calm. We listen, adjust, and trust the process in pursuit of long-term excellence.
Expectations
- Participate in intra-club competitions and events
- Consider becoming a member of the Highlanders Swimming Club
- Recommended age 8–12
- Attend 2-3 sessions per week
- Prepared, punctual, respectful
Competency Standards
- 12×50 Freestyle @ 0:55
- 20×25 IM @ 0:50
- 8×25 Kick under 30 sec @ 1:00
Required Equipment
- Goggles
- Water Bottle
- Mesh gear bag including:
- Kick Board
- Pull Buoy
- Fins
Athlete Code of Conduct
Upon registering as a member of the Highlanders Swimming Club, Athletes are bound by the following code of conduct.
Parent Code of Conduct
Parents or guardians who register their athletes as members of the Highlanders Swimming Club are bound by the following code of conduct.
Get in touch
- info@hookedswim.com.au
- +61 414 423 835
- 76 Shenton Road, Swanbourne, WA, 6010