New Members Guide
Everything You Need To Know To Get Started
Welcome to Northwich Centurions Swimming Club. Whether your swimmer is taking their first steps into competitive swimming or is already experienced in the sport, this guide will help your family settle into club life and understand how swimming, competitions and club activities work.
Welcome to Northwich Centurions
We are delighted that you have joined Northwich Centurions Swimming Club. Our aim is to provide a safe, enjoyable and inclusive environment where swimmers can develop confidence, build friendships and achieve their personal goals.
? SwimClub Manager
Log in and check your account details.
? Emergency Contacts
Ensure all family and emergency information is up to date.
? Training Times
Confirm squad sessions and attendance expectations.
? Equipment
Purchase essential swimming kit.
? Welfare Information
Read the club Welfare & Safeguarding guidance.
? Meet Your Coach
Introduce yourself to your coach and Team Manager.
Northwich Centurions is a friendly competitive swimming club based at Northwich Memorial Court.
Our aims are to develop swimmers of all abilities, promote lifelong enjoyment of swimming, create a positive team environment and provide opportunities from beginner competitions through to regional and national level.
Meet New Friends
Get to know coaches and squad members.
Learn Routines
Become familiar with training structures and expectations.
Build Confidence
Develop confidence and independence within your squad.
Set Goals
Begin working towards personal development targets.
Attend Regularly
Consistency is key to progress.
Arrive On Time
Be ready to train from the start of the session.
Bring Equipment
Always come prepared with the correct kit.
Respect Others
Support teammates and listen to coaches.
Required
- Swim costume or jammers
- Goggles
- Towel
- Water bottle
- Poolside footwear
As You Progress
- Pull buoy
- Kickboard
- Fins
- Snorkel
- Hand paddles
A gala is a swimming competition where swimmers race against others and aim to improve their personal best times.
Galas help swimmers build confidence, develop racing skills, gain competition experience and support their teammates.
? Everyone Starts Somewhere
? Coaches Help
? Experience Matters
? Personal Bests Count
Membership Records
Gala Entries
Invoices & Payments
Club Communications
Training Information
Encourage Effort
Celebrate Improvement
Promote Enjoyment
Support Attendance
Like all swimming clubs, Northwich Centurions depends on volunteers. No swimming experience is required and there are many ways to help.
Opportunities include: Timekeeping, Team Management, Gala Organisation, Fundraising, Welfare Support and Committee Roles.
Club Welfare Officer
Laura Lawlor
[email protected]
The Welfare Officer is available to support swimmers, parents and volunteers with safeguarding, wellbeing and welfare concerns.
Does my child have to compete?
No, but competitions are encouraged as part of swimmer development.
How many sessions should they attend?
Your coach will advise based on squad level and goals.
My child is nervous about racing
This is completely normal and coaches will support them.
Can parents watch training?
This depends on the venue and pool operating rules.
What if I forget my SwimClub Manager login?
Use the password reset function or contact the membership team.
Can I volunteer?
Absolutely. New volunteers are always welcome and training is provided.
General Enquiries
Membership
Galas
Welfare
Welcome to the Team
Swimming is an incredible sport that teaches confidence, resilience, teamwork and commitment.
We look forward to helping your swimmer develop and become part of the Northwich Centurions family.
See you poolside!