Kit required for swimming with our club:

Please support our local store Swim Stop 

www.swimstop.co.uk

1 Hambledon Parade, Hambledon Rd, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO7 6XE 

Telephone: 02392 264196 

Mention you're a member of the club to receive your club discount 

Essential Items Required from Foundation 1 

  • Swimsuit: Choose a well-fitting swimsuit that is comfortable and allows for freedom of movement. 
  • Goggles: Good quality goggles will prevent water from entering your eyes and provide clear vision. 
  • Swim Cap: A swim cap helps to keep your hair out of your face and reduces drag in the water. 
  • Kickboard: Used for leg drills and building leg strength. 
  • Fins: Used to improve leg strength and technique. 
  • Pull Buoy: Used to isolate arm movements and improve upper body strength. 
  • Mesh bag to store items on the pool deck when not being used. 

Extra Equipment (Depending on Training Level and Squad): 

  • Snorkel: Used to practice breathing technique and improve head position.
  • Paddles: Used to build arm strength and improve hand entry.
  • Training Band goes around the ankles in conjunction with pull buoy for upper body isolation 

 

Additional Items: 

  • Towel: For drying off after your swim. 
  • Water Bottle: To stay hydrated during and after training. 
  • Swim Bag: To carry your equipment to and from the pool.