| Distance | Stroke | Age groups | Squads |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100m | Freestyle – Darlington Corporation Cup (Qualifiers Only) | As per Cup qualification | Qualifiers Only |
| 25m | Breaststroke | 8/Under, 9, 10, 11/Over | B Squads only |
| 100m | Backstroke | 10/Under, 11&12, 13&14, 15/Over | Top, A Squads & Masters |
| 50m | Freestyle | 10/Under, 11&12, 13&14, 15/Over | All Squads & Masters |
| 200m | Butterfly | 10/Under, 11&12, 13&14, 15/Over | Top/A1/A2 Squads, A3 at coach discretion & Masters |
Event Overview
Entries are now open for all DASC squads for Club Gala 1, taking place on Tuesday 10th March 2026 at the Dolphin Centre, Darlington.
Club Gala 1 will also include the Darlington Corporation Cup – 100m Freestyle (Qualifiers Only).
Events & Qualifying Times
There are no qualifying times for this gala (excluding Darlington Corporation Cup which is qualification based).
If unsure, please speak to your squad coach before submitting an entry.
Event Format
Age as of: 10th March 2026
Age Groups: 10/Under, 11&12, 13&14, 15 & Over (25m Breaststroke: 8/Under, 9, 10, 11/Over)
Events: 25m Breaststroke, 50m Freestyle, 100m Backstroke, 200m Butterfly, Darlington Corporation Cup 100m Freestyle
All events will be Heat Declared Winners
Entry Details
Entry Fee: £2 per event (DASC swimmers) / £6 per event (Darlington Dolphin Masters ASC)
Closing Date: Tuesday 3rd March 2026
Payment: Submit entries via your SCDS account in the usual way