Swimming Resources

Long Term Athlete Development

Swimming is a technique driven sport. I encourage you to read this article about Long term athlete development.pdf

Stroke Technique Checklist

Pay attention to stroke technique, which will help you swim smarter, faster and for longer - StrokeTechnique Checklists.pdf

Stretch and activation exercises

Stretching and activation is essential before and after training - Stretch and Activation Exercises.pdf

Nutrition Information

Eating for Training and Competition..pdf is a useful info sheet on what to for training and before, during and after competitions.

Here are some info sheets created by Swimming Victoria's National Nutrition Lead, Greg Shaw:

Putting the pieces together. The swimming nutrition jigsaw puzzle..pdf gives information about the types of food athletes should have in their diet

Whats in your tackle box - surviving the school day.pdf gives you ideas about what to pack during the school day to help with nutrition and energy levels during training sessions

The Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA) is the national Association of the profession, with branches in each State and Territory. The precursor of DAA, the Australian Association of Dietitians, was established in 1976. The Association became known as DAA in 1983. DAA represents approximately 3,900 members. Dietitians are employed in a wide variety of work areas including clinical dietetics, community nutrition, education, private sector, government, research and industry.


Swim Coaching/Teaching

Information on how to be an accredited swimming coach

Information on how to be an accredited swim teacher


Useful links

Swimming for Parents - This is a great resource for parents.

Ivanhoe Girls' Grammar School

Proud supporter of Ivanhoe Aqua Power Swimming Club. We have a proud tradition of providing excellence in education for girls for more than 100 years.