Training Information

Life Saving Sport TRAINING INFORMATION AND EXPECTATIONS

This applies to Oceans and Senior Squads only.

Training

The training programme for the season is split into three parts:

Early Season

Trainings pre Christmas will be held in Whangamata on the weekends, starting Labour Weekend.

Peak Season

Trainings will be held daily (except one day off TBC) in Whangamata.

Seniors from 1st December 2026 through to 31st January 2027
Oceans from 14th December through to 28th January 2027
Development will train alongside Oceans.

Whangamata Real Estate Community Pool Sessions are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday mornings.

NO SWIM Training on Public Holidays

SWIMMERS, please bring your mesh swim bags to trainings include fins, kickboard & pull buoy

Post Peak season

After the School holidays we revert back to the early season training program.

EXPECTATIONS

Athletes will attend the appropriate number of training sessions in order to meet/exceed their goals and

  • will be at training 15 minutes before start time to warm up
  • have all gear ready
  • treat gear with respect; carry it properly, wash it down and store it correctly
  • live our WhangaFam values and be a positive role model
  • respect the coach, fellow competitors, parents, team members and officials
  • abide by the rules of the club

GEAR REQUIRED

Please ensure the following gear is brought to all training sessions:

  • Swimwear
  • Goggles
  • Towel
  • Running shoes
  • General exercise gear
  • Drink bottle and water
  • Hi Viz vest