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Tobruk Swim Squads Information

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Cairns · Far North Queensland

TOBRUK
SWIMMING CLUB

Tobruk Memorial Pool, Cairns North

A welcoming, community-focused club supporting swimmers of all ages and abilities – from recreational fitness swimmers through to competitive athletes.

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Tobruk Swimming Club

About the Club

Where community
meets competition

Tobruk Swimming Club is a welcoming, community-focused club supporting swimmers of all ages and abilities. Train at Far North Queensland’s Premier Aquatic Facility, members access quality coaching, structured squad programs and regular competition opportunities.

We pride ourselves on fostering personal growth, sportsmanship, and strong community connections both in and out of the pool.

Confidence
Fitness
Teamwork
Sportsmanship

Members enjoy regular club nights, regional carnivals and pathways to state and national competition.

Tobruk Swimming Club

Squad Programs

Our structured squad levels provide the right training environment at every stage — from non-competitive fitness swimmers through to elite national-level competitors.

Exceptions to criteria may be applied at the discretion of the head coach.

  • Ability to swim all four competitive strokes
  • May compete in Championships
  • May attend Club Night and target meets
  • 1+ session per week (3,000–4,500m / 75–90 min)
  • Kit: goggles, cap, water bottle, fins, kickboard, pullbuoy, snorkel

  • FNQ Championships qualifier (100m+ events)
  • Compete in FNQ (LC&SC) Championships (100m+ races)
  • Attend monthly Club Night and target meets
  • 3+ swim sessions per week (1,500–2,500m / 60–75 min)
  • Kit: goggles, cap, water bottle, fins, kickboard, pullbuoy, snorkel
  • Parents/guardians actively assist with club duties

  • QLD State Championships qualifier*
  • Aiming for or competing in QLD State (LC&SC) Championships
  • Compete in FNQ (LC&SC) Championships
  • Attend monthly Club Night and target meets
  • 5+ swim sessions per week (3,500–5,000m / 90–105 min)
  • 1 gym session per week (Saturday AM)
  • Kit includes finger paddles & trigger ball/foam roller
  • Parents/guardians actively assist with club duties

*Transition sessions considered within % of QT: 5% (×1), 4% (×2), 3% (×3)

  • Age National Championships qualifier*
  • Compete in Age Nationals, QLD State (LC&SC) & FNQ (LC&SC) Championships
  • Attend monthly Club Night and other target meets
  • 6+ swim sessions per week (5,000–7,000m / ~120 min)
  • 2 gym sessions per week (Wednesday PM + Saturday AM)
  • Full kit including hand paddles, theraband, trigger ball/foam roller
  • Parents/guardians actively assist with club duties
  • Bring positive and beneficial value to the squad

*Transition sessions may be considered within % of qualifying time: 2% (×1), 1.5% (×2), 1% (×3), 0.5% (×4)

What to Bring

Swimming Kit Requirements

All squad members should come equipped to every session. Required items build as you progress through squad levels.

All Squads

  • Goggles
  • Swim cap
  • Water bottle
  • Fins
  • Kickboard
  • Pullbuoy
  • Snorkel

Bronze & Above

  • All Squads items
  • + Finger paddles
  • + Trigger ball / foam roller

Silver & Above

  • All Bronze items
  • + Finger paddles
  • + Trigger ball / foam roller

Gold Only

  • All previous items
  • + Hand paddles
  • + Theraband
  • + Trigger ball / foam roller

Get in Touch

Contact Tobruk
Swimming Club

Whether you’re new to the sport or returning to competitive swimming, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out via Facebook or email our club secretary to find out more or book a squad assessment.

Facebook — Tobruk Swim Club
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We Accept Play On Vouchers

We accept Play On vouchers for club membership. A great way to get kids active and in the water.

Ready to Get in the Water?

Contact us to book a swimming assessment or to find out which squad is the right fit for you or your child.

Email the Head Coach

Join Tobruk Swimming Club

Training at Tobruk Memorial Pool, Cairns North — open to all ages and abilities.

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