Race Starts
Own The First 5 Meters
Ready to level up your racing skills? Race Starts is a high-energy add-on session that teaches swimmers how to launch off the blocks like a pro. We break the start into simple stages so swimmers can feel confident, safe, and in control, then build speed and power as they improve.
Swimmers will learn how to set up on the blocks, hit a strong “take your mark,” drive forward with purpose, enter in a tight streamline, and explode into a fast breakout. With two levels available, everyone gets the right challenge, plenty of reps, and coaching that turns good starts into great ones.
Race Starts available for 400 Gold, Team Bronze, Team Silver and Team Gold swimmers.
New to Race Starts?
Beginner Race Starts is all about getting comfortable on the blocks and learning the foundations of a great start. We focus on safe set-up, balance, and the key positions that help swimmers feel steady and strong. Expect lots of guided practice, simple cues, and confidence-building drills that turn wobbly starts into clean, controlled lunches.
Have Experience With Race Starts?
Intermediate/Advance Race Starts is for swimmers who are already consistent and ready to chase speed. We sharpen the details that make starts quicker, from reaction timing and explosive drive, to entry angle and breakout speed. Swimmers will refine track start technique, wedge positioning, and body line so every start feels powerful, clean, and race-ready.
New to Race Starts?
Beginner Race Starts is all about getting comfortable on the blocks and learning the foundations of a great start. We focus on safe set-up, balance, and the key positions that help swimmers feel steady and strong. Expect lots of guided practice, simple cues, and confidence-building drills that turn wobbly starts into clean, controlled lunches.
Have Experience With Race Starts?
Intermediate/Advance Race Starts is for swimmers who are already consistent and ready to chase speed. We sharpen the details that make starts quicker, from reaction timing and explosive drive, to entry angle and breakout speed. Swimmers will refine track start technique, wedge positioning, and body line so every start feels powerful, clean, and race-ready.
Race Starts Beginners
New to block starts? This is your starting line. Learn the basics, build confidence, and nail a clean, controlled entry.
Race Starts Intermediate/Advanced
Already confident off the blocks? Time to turn good starts into fast starts with more power, sharper timing, and quicker breakouts.
Your Race Starts
Questions Answered
What are Race Starts?
Race Starts is a focused training session that teaches swimmers how to dive safely and confidently from the starting blocks, just like in a race. It’s designed to complement Teams by improving take-off position, entry, streamline, and breakout speed.
How much does it cost?
$20 per session.
How do I make a booking?
Log into your State Swim account and select “Race Starts” from the dashboard page, then choose your session time and level.
Which level is for me?
Beginner is best if you are new, or relatively new, to block starts and still building confidence holding “take your marks” and entering with control.
Intermediate/Advanced is best if you are already consistent off the blocks and want to improve speed, reaction time, power, entry angle, and breakout performance.
Where are Race Starts held?
Race Starts sessions are held at Trinity College: 2 Trinity Ave, East Perth WA 6004.
What will I learn in the Beginner Race Starts?
Beginner sessions focus on safe fundamentals and confidence on the blocks, including:
• Safe block set-up and coaching cues
• Balance and stability in “take your marks”
• Correct stance and body position
• Streamlined entry for clean, controlled dives
• Consistency and control from take-off to entry
What will I learn in the Intermediate/Advanced Race Starts?
Intermediate/Advanced sessions focus on performance and race-ready refinement, including:
• Faster reaction timing and start speed
• Track start technique and wedge positioning
• More explosive power off the blocks
• Better entry angle and tighter streamline to reduce drag
• Faster, more efficient breakout into the first strokes