Events

how to structure a club time trial day for honest results and low stress

I run time trial days at Bishopsworth Swimming Club because they’re an incredibly useful tool: we get honest data on where swimmers are, coaches can plan training blocks, and athletes get a low-pressure opportunity to test race pace. Over the years I’ve learned how to structure a time trial so results are reliable and stress is kept to a minimum. Below I share the practical plan I use, the roles I assign, and the little details that make a...

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how to run a successful club open meet using free meet software and volunteer checklists

Putting on a club open meet can feel like juggling a dozen lane ropes at once — exciting, chaotic, and utterly rewarding when everything clicks. Over the years at Bishopsworth Swimming Club, I've run multiple open meets using free meet management tools and simple volunteer checklists that turn nervous volunteers into a calm, efficient team. In this piece I’ll walk you through the practical steps I’ve learned: choosing the right free...

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