• To compete at Regional level & above with very good commitment to the programme. Swimmers will be targeting the Regional Championships and potentially English Summer Nationals. 
• Swimmers should aim to reach the highest levels based on their ability and commitment levels.

• Consistently attending 80-100% of training sessions in previous squad 
• Consistently attending 80-100% of target competitions in previous squad 
• 100% commitment to team events (National Arena League, County/Regional/National relays) 

 Performance:

• To have consistently competed in Level 3 or County level or above competitions throughout the season
• Swimmers have the ability and commitment to qualify for Regional level and above
• All athletes must have times recorded on British rankings (or International equivalent) for all events
• Proven ability and commitment to following a competitive training program(swimmers, with parental support)
• Training logs to be filled in after every training session including land

• Has demonstrated a good level of dedication to the sport and attendance in previous squads 
• A desire to listen, learn & act upon coach feedback  
• A high level of self-motivation to improve 
• A positive mind set with growing ability to take personal responsibility for performances, attitude and attendance 
• A team player – polite, supportive, caring and empathetic 

• Lead Coach and Director of swimming’s discretion. Swimmers assessed to have near term potential and or having longer term potential may be admitted or retained within a squad on a probationary period for 3 months. 
• The swimmer must be able to show commitment and demonstrable progress towards the overall squad criteria

• Athletes must attend a minimum of 6 pool sessions, to include 2 early mornings and a minimum of 1 land training session per week 
• Training sessions will be agreed with the Lead Coach at the start of the season to ensure a balanced programme adapted for individual needs.

• Must display an attitude to improve in all strokes and events 
• To target finals and achieve medals at County, Regional and/or English National competitions (long course and short course) 

• To develop greater individual responsibility for swimming commitment and performance  
• To develop and improve knowledge around nutrition/hydration and its application during training and competition 
• To understand the importance of time management, healthy lifestyles & competition protocols 
• All athletes must display an attitude, commitment and lifestyle which indicates that competitive swimming is of a priority to them outside of academics 
• Athletes will be expected to take holidays at appropriate times in the year so not to disrupt training into key meets 
• Adherence to the PNSC Code of Conduct at all times 

• Swimmers/parents are advised to plan family holidays or any residential school trips, excursions or camps during the annual shutdown period in August immediately following the National Championships. Please avoid planning holidays at Christmas unless you have access to a swimming pool and are able to train fully during this period as the county championships will be taking place in January and February. The county championships are important for gaining National Short Course qualifying times; time off over Christmas will affect swimmers’ ability to perform at the county championships. Please avoid planning holidays or school trips from March to July, as it is crucial for swimmers to be fit enough to gain qualification for British and home nation nationals during the competition window and prepare fully for national and international meets in the Summer. Swimmers who take holidays or attend school trips in July (4 days/over) will not be considered for national relay selection because this will affect their ability to prepare fully for the summer national championships and is unfair on the remaining team members. Failure to comply with the above may affect their future position in the squad

• Unable to attain the relevant attendance, performance and attitude standards as set in the squad criteria
• Consistently late to sessions without prior agreement
• Training at other clubs or seeking additional coaching/technical sessions outside of the Lead Coaches planning or without their consent

• Not meeting criteria – a move into either Club Squad or Competitive Club Squad
• Exceeds performance levels – possibility for a move into Regional Youth Squad or National Squad