Chorley Marlins Squads
A clear pathway for every swimmer
At Chorley Marlins, we provide a structured squad pathway that supports swimmers as they progress from learning the fundamentals of the sport through to competing at County, Regional, and National level.
Each stage builds on the skills developed in the previous one — helping swimmers refine technique, build endurance, and develop the focus and discipline needed to succeed in competitive swimming.
From our Development Group, where young swimmers first experience club training, through to our District Squad, where athletes prepare for high-level competition, every stage is designed to nurture ability, confidence, and a lifelong enjoyment of the sport.
Our experienced coaching team delivers age-appropriate training, provides individual feedback, and creates a supportive, inclusive environment that allows each swimmer to reach their potential — whether their goal is to compete, improve fitness, or simply enjoy being part of a team.
Squad Pathway
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At Chorley Marlins, we provide a structured squad pathway that supports swimmers as they progress from learning the fundamentals of the sport through to competing at County, Regional, and National level.
Each stage builds on the skills developed in the previous one — helping swimmers refine technique, build endurance, and develop the focus and discipline needed to succeed in competitive swimming.
From our Development Group, where young swimmers first experience club training, through to our District Squad, where athletes prepare for high-level competition, every stage is designed to nurture ability, confidence, and a lifelong enjoyment of the sport.
Our experienced coaching team delivers age-appropriate training, provides individual feedback, and creates a supportive, inclusive environment that allows each swimmer to reach their potential — whether their goal is to compete, improve fitness, or simply enjoy being part of a team.
Squad Pathway
- Mini Marlins (Learn to Swim) – building confidence and early technique
- Development Group – refining fundamentals and preparing for club training
- Alpha Squad – technical development and early competitive skills
- Improvers – building endurance and race experience
- Intermediates – structured performance training
- Juniors – advanced technical and physical preparation
- JD Squad – bridging junior and high-performance levels
- District – top squad for County, Regional and National level swimmers
- Squad / Lifetime Members – recognising outstanding achievement and progression
- Club Swim – flexible training option for swimmers scaling back (e.g. during exams) while remaining part of the club
- Masters - adult swimmers, including triathletes and returning swimmers
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