Gala Tips

If you are chosen for a Club team gala, you must ensure you reply to the team list email.

You will be required to pay a match fee - see Membership fees for latest list of amounts

Remember

    ~ Always arrive promptly for a gala (preferably early) and certainly don't be late for the coach.
    ~ Ensure you listen to what the stewards tell you to do and act on it.
    ~ Be aware of when and what you are swimming. The stewards will be able to tell you.
    ~ If you need to leave poolside, please ensure you tell the stewards.
    ~ Even if you just go to the toilet - tell the stewards. They need to know where all the swimmers are.

What to take

Clothing:
    ~ Swimming costume/trunks.
    ~ Club hat.
    ~ Goggles.
    ~ Tracksuit/shorts and spare t-shirt/t-bag shirt for on poolside (to keep warm).
    ~ Poolside footwear (either proper poolside shoes or extra clean trainers).
    ~ 2 towels (one for use during the gala, and one for getting dry afterwards).

Food:
    ~ Drink in plastic bottle with secure lid. No need for anything special but not a fizzy drink.
    ~ Sandwiches, banana, pasta are suitable foods.
    ~ Don’t eat everything you have all at once! Eat gradually during the gala.