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Swimming Sub-Committee
Reported by: MR CHIA T-JIAN Convenor
INTRODUCTION
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2020 has been an unprecedented year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, this pandemic has presented us the opportunity to review and fine tune our operational processes and training methodologies that would remain relevant should we face another similar situation. While trainings are important, safety is of the utmost priority. As sportsmen, adapting to challenges in life is the norm and this is no different for our budding swimmers.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE YEAR
Ex-Head Coach, Dr Michael offered insights into various activities swimmers could do during circuit breaker rolled out by the government. We arranged virtual land training sessions for the swimmers and sent handouts to parents with younger swimmers to supervise their child during land sessions.
While the commencement of Phase 2 saw some easing of the safe management restrictions, we had to address challenges posed by safe distancing measures (SDM) and contact tracing (CT). The Club had worked tirelessly consulting with the relevant authorities, which was necessary to interpret the advisories from the Multi-Ministry Taskforce and apply them to swimming.
The successful implementation of SDM and CT allowed us to resume swimming trainings and our eagerly awaited Learn-to-Swim programme. As our swimmers had limited opportunities to race, we held a Time Trial for the competitive swimmers to record their times for upgrading. Swim camps focusing on technical aspects and swimming techniques were held for the A, B and C1 Squads. A Coaches Development Workshop was also conducted to ensure that the best practices continued to be relayed to all swimming coaches.
Learn-To-Swim - Fast Track Programme on 23 November 2020
Swimming Camps for A, B, C1 Squads in November 2020
As the year came to an end, we bade farewell to Dr Michael as he returned to Britain for personal reasons. We welcomed Coach Zhang Jian Lan on board as our new Head Coach. With his years of experience, we are sure that Swim CSC can be elevated to another level.
We also thank the swim administration, especially the coaches, who have been instrumental in getting the swimming programme back on its feet.
LOOKING AHEAD
Head Coach, Zhang Jian Lan
The department had encountered many challenges this year and with the positive changes, we are ready to take on new challenges ahead.
I would like to express my deepest appreciation to the Management Committee, Swimming Sub-Committee members, parents and swimmers for the fervent support as we brave through the challenging times.
