Training Session

The Club will operate 4  training sessions per week, with the exception of the summer months where the session frequency will be reduced. Training sessions will be staffed in rotation by the coaching staff. Training sessions are held at Leisureworld in Bishopstown and at Gus Healy Pool in Douglas.

Swim times
Monday & Wednesday: 19:50-20:50 Leisureworld Bishopstown
Thursday: 17:50-18.45 Gus Healy Pool Douglas
Saturday: 09:50-10:45 Gus Healy Pool Douglas

Coaching Plan 2020

The coaching plan for 2020 has been affected by the evolving changes caused by Covid19 normally is based on a prepared 12 month programme that will recognise the various ability levels of the members, and with the overall objective of improving each individual swimmers skills and performance levels. This programme will cover the following topics:

1. Stroke Technique on all 4 competitive strokes.        2. Competitive skill sets (pool, open water, triathlon)
3. Race preparations and planning 4. Cardiovascular fitness 5. Muscular endurance
6. Interval training techniques

COACHING PANEL
Mark Sanquest, Head Coach.

Marc has been Head coach of Cork Masters for the last 4 years with an additional 10 years coaching for other clubs in Munster. Expert in stroke development, enhancing motivation, strength, fitness and competition preparation.

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Martin Hayes
Nick Mulcahy