Our Development Classes
Strengthening Technique & Endurance
The Development program at Valentine Swim Centre supports children as they move beyond Learn to Swim and begin refining stroke technique, breathing control and stamina. These classes focus on improving confidence, fitness and consistency across all strokes, while preparing swimmers for longer distances and progression into squad-level training.
For Development classes at Valentine Swim Centre, call
(02) 4946 8522 to enrol or speak with our team.
Stoke Refinement
Swimmers focus on improving technique across all strokes, building efficiency, control and consistency.
Fitness & Endurance
Classes support the development of breathing control and stamina in preparation for longer distances.
Pathway to Squads
Development classes help swimmers build confidence and readiness for progression into squad training.
Stingray
Development Class – 30 Minute Class
In the Stingray level, swimmers develop all four strokes while improving breathing technique and overall stamina. Children gain increased confidence in the pool and begin swimming with greater control and efficiency. This level supports swimmers as they transition from Learn to Swim into a more structured training environment, helping prepare them for future progression through to squad level.
Swordfish
Transition 1 Class – 30 Minute Class
Under the positive guidance of our Newcastle/Lake Macquarie swim instructors, swimmers in the Swordfish group fine-tune all strokes while improving technique and overall fitness. This level prepares swimmers for the demands of the 25-metre pool, supporting confidence, endurance and readiness for further progression within our squad pathway.
