The programme will run from December 3 to 7, the same dates as the World Championships in Doha, Qatar, with the aim to give standout swimmers from each FINA National Federation the opportunity to experience the World Championships and get inspiration from top athletes in the sport.

Around 350 swimmers, aged 14 to 16, will be taking part in the programme at Doha's Hamad Aquatic Centre in the Aspire Zone.

During the five-day course, these hot swimming prospects will be put in touch with renowned coaches to learn about the latest training trends and techniques.

The programme is also a unique chance for the aspiring athletes to meet fellow young swimmers from around the world, sharing stories, cultures and a common passion for the sport in a unique setting.

The programme will run during the Swimming World Championships in Doha, Qatar, at the Hamad Aquatic Centre, home of aquatic events during the 2006 Asian Games
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National Federations are eligible to send two athletes to the programme, one boy and one girl, with one coach necessary to accompany the participants.

The young swimmer must be the top swimmers of the home country, and, if the top junior swimmers cannot attend, the next ones in the national ranking should be selected.

Doha 2014 has said it will provide round-trip flights for each of the participants, as well as accommodation, which includes full board.

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