Swimming Competition Types Explained
Development Meets (Emerging Juniors & Junior Squad)
- Entry-level competitions
- Focus on participation and experience
- No qualifying times required
Best for newer swimmers learning to race
Transition Meets (Junior and Intermediate Squad)
- Step between development and competitive racing
- Introduces more structured racing
- Some expectations around technique and performance
For swimmers progressing toward squad racing
Preparation (Prep) Meets (Intermediate and Senior Squad)
- Designed for swimmers close to qualifying times
- Opportunity to achieve or improve times for championships
- More race-focused environment
Used to prepare for major competitions
Competition Schedule
Additionally meets will be added for Long Course Season as they become available
- June 6, 2026 – Logan Vikings Short Course Prep Meet
https://swimmingbrisbane.org.au/event/2026-logan-vikings-short-course-preparation-meet/ - June 20, 2026 St Peters Western Short Course Prep Meet
https://swimmingbrisbane.org.au/event/2026-st-peters-western-short-course-preparation-meet/ - July 18, 2026 – Yeronga Park Transition Meet (Junior & Intermediate Squads only)
https://swimmingbrisbane.org.au/event/yeronga-park-swim-club-sc-transition-meet/ - August 1, 2026 -Brisbane Junior Short Course Championships
https://swimmingbrisbane.org.au/event/2026-brisbane-junior-short-course-championships/ - August 6, 2026 – Queensland Short Course Championships
https://swimmingbrisbane.org.au/event/2026-hancock-prospecting-queensland-short-course-championships/ - October 10, 2026 – Queensland Open Water Championships – Selected Swimmers Only – Coolum Beach
https://qld.swimming.org.au/events/2026-queensland-open-water-championships - November 13, 2026 -LC Prep Meet #2 (For swimmers within 1, 2, and 4 seconds of LC qualifying times for 50m, 100m, and 200m events respectively)
https://qld.swimming.org.au/events/2026-long-course-preparation-meet-2 - December 12, 2026 – Queensland Long Course State Championships
https://qld.swimming.org.au/events/2026-hancock-prospecting-queensland-championships - February 6, 2027 – Queensland Sprint Championships
https://qld.swimming.org.au/events/2027-hancock-prospecting-queensland-sprint-championships
Important Notes for Parents and Swimmers
- Meet entries and details will be communicated via the club
- Always check event pages for:
o Entry deadlines
o Event programs
o Warm-up times - Speak with coaches for event selection guidance
- Meets on the club calendar will be coach supported.
- Swimmers are free to attend other swim meets not on this schedule, however coach support may not be available.
