State Squad
The State Squad caters to competent swimmers who are involved in swimming as a competitive sport. The focus is on developing an athlete’s ability across all four strokes and their race skills. There is an emphasis on building an athlete’s competitive knowledge, introducing various training methods and preparing them for optimal competitive performance.
Progression
Progression into the State Squad
- Must pass the Junior Competitive competency standards
For progression into the Age National Squad, athletes are invited up at the discretion of the coaching staff
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
- Competitive member of Highlanders Swim Club
- Must compete in targeted meets
- Must have at least one
Age State Championships qualifying time - Recommended age: 12–14
- At least 4 of 6 swim sessions
(1 morning required) - Attend pre-swim dryland
- Must show a willingness to train
- prepared with all equipment
- punctual
- respectful to coaches and fellow athletes
- readiness to be challenged
Performance Standards
- Up to 800m Kick @2:00
- Up to 1200m Freestyle @1:30
- 5×100 IM @1:40
Required Equipment
- Cap and Goggles
- Training Bathers
- Racing Bathers
- Water Bottle
- Theraband
- Foam Roller
- Running Shoes
- Mesh gear bag including:
- Kick Board
- Pull Buoy
- Paddles
- Fins
- Snorkel
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