2KM or 1KM OCEAN SWIM

GOAL EVENT:             Williamstown SLC Australia Day Swim
GOAL EVENT DATE: Thursday, January 26, 2012

Swim 2km or 1km 
Training commences on Wednesday, October 26, 2011   
12 week training program (one week off over Christmas - 23 Dec until 31 Dec): Raise $1,250 (+ $100 joining fee)  

**Registrations have now closed for the Melbourne Swim program 2011/2012** 

PLEASE NOTE: EACH CAN TOO PARTICIPANT IS RESPONSIBLE FOR REGISTERING THEMSELVES IN THEIR GOAL EVENT. MORE INFORMATION ON HOW TO ENTER INTO YOUR GOAL EVENT WILL BE GIVEN TO YOU AFTER THE COMMENCEMENT OF THE TRAINING.

Wednesday Pool Sessions - 1.5 hour:

• Basic instruction for non-experience swimmers. Flippers & a kickboard will be required for these people
• Stroke correction for ALL swimmers to help us swim like Thorpie
• Race specific swim sets for beginners to advanced swimmers
• Lanes of swimming to be graded on ability
• Expert guest speakers talking on a variety of issues

Saturday Surf Session - 1.5 hour:

• Water Safety to make beginners feel confident
• Building up the distance swum to prepare for the big day
• Free shark repellent!!!

Throughout the remainder of the week you will be doing cross training and core strength work to make sure that you have what it takes to reach your goal. This will only take ½ to 1 hour out of your day. It’s that simple! Follow the program for the Swim of Your Life!!

What to Bring:

Given the water temperature in Melbourne you will probably need to purchase a wetsuit for the saturday bay session. Once you register for the program, go to the login section for more details of where to buy and to receive your discount.

For more information on training please call Jacqui in the office on (03) 9815 3359 or email

SOUTH EAST

Glen Iris / Elwood Beach