Membership
Welcome to Tygerberg Aquatics Swimming Club
Competitive Age Group swimming club, based in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town, South Africa
The water is our jungle!
Membership
Tygerberg Aquatics Swimming Club is registered with Swimming South Africa (SSA), Western Cape Aquatics (WCA) and Cape Town Aquatics (CTA).
New Members
For swimmers who wish to join the Tygerberg Aquatics Swimming Club competitive squads, please contact admin@tygerbergaquatics.com for an assessment.
For swimmers who wish to join the Tygerberg Aquatics Swimming Club Multisport swimming group, please click here.
Fees
| DATE | FEES | |
|---|---|---|
| May | CTA Registration | R600 |
| June | Tygerberg Aquatics Swimming Club Membership | R1250 |
| Monthly | Gala Entries | varies per gala |
Squad levels
| Proficiency | Good stroke foundation |
| Age | Starts at age 6 – 9 years |
| Session length | 30 – 45 min |
| Correct gala etiquette and competitive elements are introduced to all our swimmers as early as possible.
A major focus is placed on correct technique as well as a continued enjoyment of the sport. |
| Proficiency | Competing monthly in CTMA galas |
| Age | 9 – 13 years |
| Session length | 45 min – 1 hour |
| The fundamentals of competitive swimming are taught, including starts, correct turns and further important competitive aspects.
Swimmers are introduced to working with pace clocks and timed sets. Focus is on continued stroke mechanics and increase in more specialized skills training. Building a capacity to train. |
| Proficiency | Competing at the highest Age Group level |
| Age | 12 & over |
| Session length | 1 – 2 hours |
| Focusing on performance and intensive training.
These swimmers are all fully committed to their sport and compete at local, provincial and national level competitions. |
Venues
Virgin Active | Tygervalley
Virgin Active | N1 City