Swimming Timings and Trials – Important Information
Key Details for MLC School Swimmers and Families
Sprint Squad Training Overview
Sprint Squad training will be available throughout the upcoming holiday period and continue into Term 1, 2026.
This squad is designed to help our swimmers prepare for competition during the swim season. Sessions will focus on sprint technique, race strategy, and building speed to ensure our athletes are ready for the competitive calendar.
Sprint Training Timetable
- Friday 9 January 2026 – 8am–9am
- Friday 16 January 2026 – 8am–9am
- Friday 23 January 2026 – 8am–9am
Ongoing Fridays Term 1, 2026 – 7am–8am – Until completion of the IPSHA and IGSA competitions
2026 Swimming Age Champions
The 2026 Swimming Age Champions will continue to be determined based on results from the MLC School Championships. All swimmers are encouraged to participate in the championships to be considered for age champion honours.
School Champs (Year 6–Year 12)
Friday 2 February 2026, lunchtime to 3.15pm
200m Freestyle:
Monday 9 February 2026
200m Individual Medley:
Wednesday 11 February 2026
Make-up: 200m Freestyle or 200m IM time (For students who are time-clash with other commitments:
Tuesday 10 February 2026 (Morning)
IPSHA/ IGSA Swim Team Selection
Selection for the IGSA/IGSA swim team will primarily be based on performance at targeted meets. Swimmers’ times at these meets will be closely monitored and form the basis for team selection.
IGSA – Under the strict and complicated IGSA swimming rules, the team and individual swim selection will be based on achieving the best possible team score.
NSWCIS selection: All swimmers can submit their times for NSWCIS selection.
Targeted / Selection Meets for IPSHA and IGSA
NSW State Age Championships:
Saturday 13 December to Friday 19 December 2025
Speedo Sprint Series – Heats: Times and locations TBC
IPSHA Time Trial (Year 3–Year 5): During PE class in term 1
School Champs:
Friday 6 February 2026, lunchtime to 3.15pm (4x 50m and 100m FS)
School Champs: 200m Freestyle:
Monday 9 February 2026
School Champs: 200m Individual Medley:
Wednesday 11 February 2026
School Champs: Make-up: 200m Freestyle or 200m IM time (For students who are time-crashed with other commitments:
Tuesday 10 February 2026 (Morning)
Senior Metro Swimming Championships:
Friday 13 February to Sunday 15 February 2026
MLC Invitational (Year 7–Year 12):
Friday 20 February 2026 (Night)
Speedo Finals (SOPAC):
Saturday 28 February 2026
IPSHA Swimming Championships (Year 3–Year 6):
Tuesday 3 March 2026
State Open (SOPAC):
Friday 6 March to Sunday 8 March 2026
IGSA Swimming Championships (Year 7–Year 12):
Friday 13 March 2026
Key Information and Reminders
All dates are subject to change. Please check school communications regularly for updates.
For meet locations and times labelled TBC, details will be released once confirmed.
Contact and Queries
Don’t hesitate to get in touch with Colman or Janmy regarding training, swim meet and IPSHA /IGSA questions.
We look forward to a successful swimming season and wish all our athletes the best in their preparation and competition!