Sláinte Endurance
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Sláinte Endurance · Swim Academy

Bridging competitive swimming and elite development.

More than a swim squad. We organise coaching around the athlete — expert coaching, individual attention and structured development for committed swimmers, in and beyond the pool.

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1 PathwayA clear route up
2 SquadsCompetitive · Performance
Small podsNever overcrowded
AssessedPer individual
Why we exist

We coach the athlete, not the crowd.

Every athlete develops differently. Our role isn’t simply to deliver sessions — it is to understand each athlete, build a plan around their goals and guide their development over time. Small coaching groups allow meaningful feedback, stronger relationships and consistent progression.

Individual coaching

Small coaching groups ensure every swimmer is seen, coached and challenged in every session.

Structured progression

Every athlete follows a clear pathway, with measurable development and purposeful progression.

Performance culture

Professional standards, positive habits and accountability — an environment where young athletes enjoy improving.

The athlete pathway

Two programmes. One path.

One path — from where a swimmer stands today to the goal of Olympic participation. The Competitive programme prepares swimmers for Performance; the Performance programme is the elite tier that drives athletes toward the Olympics. Which programme you train in is set by ability and skill, not age.

Programme 01 · CompetitiveProgramme 02 · Performance
Programmes
Base tierCompetitiveLearn to train
Elite top tierPerformanceTrain to compete · by assessment
Who it’s for
Designed for swimmers developing the habits, skills and commitment of competitive swimming — not yet ready for the full demands of the Performance programme, but showing strong potential, consistency and a willingness to improve.
A high-performance environment with individually tailored plans, for swimmers already tracking toward podium-level performances in the UAE and internationally — in line with the long-term 2032 Olympic participation goal and beyond.
Focus
All four strokesStarts & turnsUnderwater workAerobic baseRace confidence
Individual plansAdvanced S&CAthlete monitoringNutrition & recoveryGlobal exposure
Places available
15seats
8seats
Weekly commitment
5 sessions/week
6 sessions/week
Entry route
Trial session & coach review — placed on potential, consistency and attitude.
Formal assessment & coach nomination only — profiled on technique, capacity, mindset & performance.
01 · Competitive02 · Performance
Programme 01 · Base tier
Competitive
Learn to train
15places
5 sessions/ week
Who it’s for

Designed for swimmers developing the habits, skills and commitment of competitive swimming — not yet ready for the full demands of the Performance programme, but showing strong potential, consistency and a willingness to improve.

Focus
All four strokesStarts & turnsUnderwater workAerobic baseRace confidence
Entry route

Trial session & coach review — placed on potential, consistency and attitude.

By assessment ↓
Programme 02 · Elite top tier
Performance
By assessment
8only
6 sessions/ week
Who it’s for

A high-performance environment with individually tailored plans, for swimmers already tracking toward podium-level performances in the UAE and internationally — in line with the long-term 2032 Olympic participation goal and beyond.

Focus
Individual plansAdvanced S&CAthlete monitoringNutrition & recoveryGlobal exposure
Entry route

Formal assessment & coach nomination only — profiled on technique, capacity, mindset & performance.

The assessment gateMovement up is earned — profiled across technique, athletic capacity, mindset and current performance, never by age.

“We do not believe in overcrowded squad systems. Talented athletes deserve professional development, individualised guidance, and a system designed to help them reach their highest potential.”

Coach Fabian Perera · Sláinte Swim Academy
What makes us different

Coached like professionals. Developed like athletes.

Elite training content

Race-pace work, underwater filming, start work, lactate sets, power & cords, testing days and open water.

Advanced strength & conditioning

Swimming-specific S&C for strength, explosive power, mobility, stability and recovery.

Injury prevention & longevity

Shoulder health, core stability, load management and movement correction for athletic longevity.

Practical learning environment

Video analysis, tactical race discussions, one-on-one reviews and goal-setting — the why behind the work.

Athlete monitoring

Data-driven athlete development

Professional monitoring systems track progression and optimise training quality and recovery — so every decision is informed.

Movement & recoveryMonitored ↗
Training load & adaptationTracked →
Mindset & readinessReviewed ↗
What “progress” looks like

Benchmarks for every programme.

A clear map of the standards to chase at each stage — for athletes, parents and coaches alike. Times are illustrative, coach-adjustable guides, never pass/fail cut-offs. Technique and safety always take priority over the clock.

Competitive Programme

Learn to train — the base tier. Minimum standards for entry (15 places).
Category100 m Free400 m Free200 m IMUnderwater
Male1:105:202:456 m+ in 200 Free
Female1:205:403:056 m+ in 200 Free

Performance Programme

Train to compete — the elite top tier, by assessment (8 places).
Category100 m Free400 m Free200 m IMUnderwater
Male1:005:002:308 m+ in 200 Free
Female1:105:202:508 m+ in 200 Free
Notes for coaches & parents
  • Times are illustrative guides — targets to grow into, never pass/fail cut-offs. Final standards are set by the head coach.
  • Standards shown are minimum benchmarks for each programme; coach discretion may apply based on potential, age, injury history and competition readiness.
  • A standard is only counted when it is demonstrated safely and repeatably.
  • Technique and safety always take priority over the clock.
  • Athletes may meet standards in some events before others — this is normal and healthy.
  • Athletes are re-assessed at least once per term — and every standard reached is celebrated.
Weekly schedule

The weekly cadence at the Academy.

Every session has a purpose and every week follows a progression. Separate Competitive Programme and Performance Programme times.

DaySessionCompetitive ProgrammePerformance ProgrammeVenue
MondayPool · Technique17:00 – 18:3019:00 – 20:30Main Pool
TuesdayPool · Aerobic17:00 – 18:3019:00 – 20:30Main Pool
WednesdayPool · Threshold17:00 – 18:3019:00 – 20:30Main Pool
ThursdayPool · Speed & starts17:00 – 18:3019:00 – 20:30Main Pool
FridayPool · Race pace15:00 – 16:3017:00 – 18:30Main Pool
SaturdayOpen water / Long swim—08:30 – 10:00Open Water
SundayRest & recovery
Main PoolOpen Water
How to join

Your next steps.

Every athlete enters the Academy the same way — assessed individually, aligned with parents, and placed on the right programme.

01

Athlete Tryout

A detailed evaluation of swimming technique, mobility & movement quality, athletic capacities, competitive standards, mindset and current performance level — to determine suitability and pathway placement.

02

Athlete & Parent Consultation

A structured session on long-term goals, commitment expectations, responsibilities, training structure, competition planning and academy philosophy — ensuring complete alignment between athlete, parents and coaches.

03

Individual Planning & Pathway

Athlete pathway planning begins: training schedules are structured, competition calendars mapped, development goals established and performance priorities identified.

04

Training Begins

Program enrollment, scheduling, athlete monitoring setup and performance tracking — the athlete officially begins their high-performance development journey.

Performance Programme · 8 placesCompetitive Programme · 15 placesBy assessment · pricing on enquiry
Limited spots each term

Secure a place in the Swim Academy

Professional coaching. Individual attention. Long-term progression. It starts with an assessment to find the right programme for your athlete.

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