Question 1

What diving training does Torpedo Dive School run?

Accepted Answer

They offer springboard and platform diving programmes, including adult learn-to-dive, a talent development pathway, and a competitive programme.

Question 2

How long is a typical training session?

Accepted Answer

Each training session is 90 minutes, with warm-up and stretching, dry-land activities, and water activities.

Question 3

Where do the diving sessions take place and what heights are used?

Accepted Answer

Water activities use poolside and 1-metre, 3-metre and 5-metre jumps and drills.

Question 4

What is the minimum age and swimming requirement for participants?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age is 6 years old, and participants must be able to swim 25m confidently without aid in deep water.

Question 5

Do participants need gymnastics, ballet, or trampolining experience?

Accepted Answer

For participants aged 11 and older, gymnastics, ballet, or trampolining background is preferred.

Question 6

What skills are covered across the different levels?

Accepted Answer

Skills include standing posture and arm grab forward jumps, back jumps, and various falls in pike and tuck positions, as well as tuck and pike rolls.

Question 7

How often are classes held?

Accepted Answer

Classes run once a week on Saturdays (AM/PM) and Sundays (AM/PM).

Question 8

What clothing should participants bring for dry-land and water activities?

Accepted Answer

They suggest sports shoes, t-shirts and shorts for warm-up and dry-land, and swimming trunks or a costume for water activities.

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