Which Swim Squad in Redlands is Right for My Swimmer?
Swim squads are coached by the team at Cleveland Aquatic Centre (operated by Belgravia Leisure). Redlands Swim Club is the volunteer-run club that members join for racing.
Swim squads in Redlands at Cleveland Aquatic Centre place swimmers based on their current swimming stage, not age, so that they train with others working on similar skills. This approach reflects Swimming Queensland’s athlete development pathway, which guides how clubs across the state structure squad progression. Because every swimmer develops at a different pace, the coaches monitor progress closely and move each swimmer up when they feel they’re ready.
For this reason, each swimmer is assessed individually and placed where they’ll be supported and positively challenged. However, if you have questions about your child’s level, the coaches are happy to explain.
Swim squads or Redlands Swim Club: what’s the difference?
Squads are the training. For example, squad training at Cleveland Aquatic Centre is open to all swimmers at their level, whether or not they belong to Redlands Swim Club (RSC), and RSC members train in the same sessions as everyone else.
On the other hand, RSC membership is the competitive side, because it’s what lets your swimmer race at club meets, earn recognised qualifying times and follow the pathway to State and National teams.
In addition, squads are coached by the team at Cleveland Aquatic Centre (operated by Belgravia Leisure), while RSC is the volunteer-run club that members join for racing. See what comes after learn-to-swim.
The 4 Swim Squads in Redlands, Level by Level
Who it’s for: Swimmers who have completed learn-to-swim and are ready for their first taste of squad training.
Focus: Stroke fundamentals across all 4 strokes, building endurance, getting comfortable with squad routines.
Racing with RSC: Not yet required. However, swimmers can try racing at our relaxed monthly Club Nights with a Recreational Membership. Prior to joining RSC, please consult with your swimmer’s coach.
What’s next: Once technique is consistent across all strokes, swimmers move into Development Squad.
Expected training times per week: At least 2 times per week
Who it’s for: Swimmers consolidating their technique and beginning to take part in races.
Focus: Refining stroke efficiency, then introducing race skills (starts, turns, finishes), and building an aerobic base.
Racing with RSC: Club Nights, plus official swim meets from age 8 with a Junior or Competitive Membership. Prior to joining RSC, please consult with your swimmer’s coach.
What’s next: Swimmers who show consistency and achieve the qualifying times required progress to State Squad. Please note that only RSC members will progress to State. Development Squad is the highest level for swimmers who do not wish to compete.
Expected training times per week: At least 3 times per week
Who it’s for: Swimmers training toward — or already holding — state qualifying times.
Focus: Higher training volume and race-pace work, with a greater individual focus on each swimmer’s events.
Racing with RSC: Training in State Squad means working toward State-level times. However, competing at State championships requires RSC membership.
What’s next: Swimmers performing at State level may progress to National Squad, although it is at the Coaches’ discretion.
Expected training times per week: At least 4 times per week
Who it’s for: Swimmers competing at or towards national level. Entry to National Squad is at the discretion of the Head Coach, so the coaches will talk with families directly about readiness, so the coaches will talk with families directly about readiness.
Focus: Individualised, high-performance training tailored to each swimmer’s events and goals.
Racing with RSC: Competing at National level also requires RSC membership.
Expected training times per week: At least 5 times per week
What do swim squads in Redlands cost?
Weekly squad training fees are paid to Cleveland Aquatic Centre. RSC membership, however, is separate and is bought through Swim Central. See our fees overview.
Ready to race?
Looking for swim squads in Redlands Coast? First, chat with your child’s coach about getting them race-ready.