Swimmers' Values

At Carmarthen Swimming Club, we instill core values in our swimmers that go beyond just improving their technique. Our club focuses on fostering a sense of teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal growth in all our members.

Teamwork

We believe in the power of working together towards a common goal. Our swimmers learn to support and encourage each other, building strong bonds that extend beyond the pool.

Sportsmanship

Respect, integrity, and fair play are at the heart of our club. We teach our members to compete with honour and grace, valuing the journey as much as the destination.

Personal Growth

Swimming is not just about physical strength, but also mental resilience and self-improvement. Our programs challenge swimmers to push their limits, set goals, and achieve their full potential both in and out of the water.

Other Values We Encourage

 

  1. Respect – each other & coaches
  2. Lane discipline
  3. Buy into the session – get to understand the ‘Why’
  4. Positive language
  5. Being positive with each other and not putting each other down

 

Team Mates

Positive

  • Turning up to training (commitment)
  • Smiley
  • Positive mental attitude
  • Fun
  • Friendly
  • Respect everyone
  • Should want to be there
  • Good attitude, generally
  • No drama
  • Inclusivity
  • Approachable
  • Big family
  • Excited to see each other
  • No judgement (it’s negative!)
  • Supportive energy
  • Encouragement
  • Helping to explain sets
  • Not bringing others down
  • Good language
  • Lane discipline
  • Respectful of the needs of others
  • Good role model
  • Someone to talk to
  • Supportive of the team
  • Pushing each other to succeed

Negative

  • Not allowing an overtake
  • Not knowing turn around times
  • Awkwardness
  • Being rude behind someone’s back
  • Unsportsmanship
  • Childish
  • Not inclusive
  • Not listening to the coach when explaining the session then asking ‘What are we doing?’
  • Poor lane etiquette
  • Sprinting warm up
  • ‘Stirring the pot’
  • Unsupportive
  • Complaining regularly
  • Faking cramp
  • Being grumpy at training
  • Pulling on feet
  • Self-obsessed
  • Trying to show off
  • Uncooperative
  • Rude
  • Unreliable
  • Flirting during training
  • Giving attitude to coaches
  • Arguing with coaches when being given feedback
  • Taking advantage of cover coaches
  • Violence
  • (Excessive) Swearing

 

Interested in joining our swimming club?

Contact us today to learn more about our programs and schedule a trial session.