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Why Swimmers Write on Their Arms With a Sharpie: The Secret to Staying Calm on the Blocks
Picture this. You’re standing behind the starting blocks. Hundreds of people in the stands. Officials pacing. Starter whistle echoing. Your goggles suddenly feel too tight. Your heart is thumping. And your brain… well, it’s doing everything except remembering the three most important details of your race: Event. Heat. Lane. It’s hard enough to remember your goggles, let alone your race order. This is exactly why swimmers write on their arms with a Sharpie. The Sharpie System:
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Sep 202 min read
Fuelling Your Swimmer Athlete: Smart Snacks & One Easy Race‑Day Recipe
Swimming is one of the most demanding sports on the body — early mornings, long sessions, high‑intensity efforts and race‑day nerves all mean your athlete needs the right fuel at the right time. Good nutrition doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, simple, balanced snacks can make a huge difference in energy, focus and recovery. Below are 10 healthy, swimmer‑friendly snacks plus one easy race‑day recipe designed to give your athlete sustained energy. 10 Healthy Snacks for S
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Sep 202 min read
Swim Club Connect: Smarter Timing, Better Data, Stronger Swimmers
At Northern Stars Swimming Club, we’re committed to giving every swimmer the tools, support, and opportunities they need to grow. That’s why we’ve introduced Swim Club Connect — a modern, easy‑to‑use timing and results platform that helps us deliver accurate, efficient events and gives swimmers real‑time feedback on their progress. Whether your child is just starting out in Mini Stars or pushing toward State & National Performance Squad, Swim Club Connect plays an important r
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Sep 92 min read


Fostering Long-Term Athlete Development in Swimming
At Northern Stars Swimming Club, we believe that great athletes aren’t simply born — they’re developed over time through positive experiences, age‑appropriate training, and a supportive community. Our approach is grounded in Long‑Term Athlete Development (LTAD), a framework that helps young people grow into confident, capable athletes while building healthy habits that last well into adulthood. LTAD isn’t about fast‑tracking children into high‑performance sport. It’s about gi
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Sep 93 min read


Northern Stars Make Waves at Cannonvale Swim Meet
The Northern Stars Swimming Club put on a stellar performance at the Cannonvale Swimming Club’s annual Australia Day meet, delivering a...
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Feb 1, 20252 min read


Northern Stars Shine at Mirani Swimming Club Meet
Northern Stars swimmers put on a fantastic performance at the Mirani Swimming Club meet, showcasing determination, skill, and team...
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Feb 1, 20251 min read


Preparing for Success with Jade Bounden
As the Pioneer Swimming Club Long Course Transition Meet approaches on October 5th and 6th, we at Northern Stars Swimming Club Inc want...
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Sep 28, 20241 min read


Splashing Into Fun: School Holiday Swimming Program
From fundamental techniques to advanced training drills, each session has been designed to improve swimming proficiency while ensuring that
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Sep 23, 20241 min read


Northern Stars Shine Bright in Townsville
We are thrilled to announce that Northern Stars Swimming Club has made a spectacular debut at the Townsville Amateur Swim Club , marking...
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Sep 7, 20242 min read


Exciting Times at Northern Stars: Swimmers Receive Their Club Shirts!
Our athletes received their brand-new club merch!
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Aug 29, 20242 min read


Inspiring the Next Generation: Tom Henderson’s Visit to Northern Stars Swimming Club
We had the incredible honor of welcoming a special visit from Tom Henderson, an esteemed athlete in the world of swimming,
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Jul 12, 20242 min read
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