Pace Clock Guide
Build a swim workout, press Start, and let Pace Clock manage the timing, repetitions, rounds, sound, and on-screen instructions.
This guide covers the controls and settings you need on the pool deck.
Quick Start
1. Build the workout
Add blocks and sets. Enter repetitions, distance, interval, stroke, equipment, and notes.
2. Check the timing
Set block rounds, preparation time, rest between rounds, commands, and any advanced options.
3. Run the session
Press Start. Pace Clock advances through repetitions, sets, blocks, and rounds automatically.
How a Workout Is Organised
A workout contains one or more blocks. Each block contains sets, and each set contains repetitions.
Block
A section of the workout, such as Warm-up, Main, Sprint, or Cool-down.
Rounds
The number of times that block repeats. Rounds apply to the selected block, not the whole workout.
Set
One workout row containing repetitions, distance, interval, stroke, equipment, rest, and notes.
Repetition
One repeat inside a set. For example, 8 × 50 @ 1:00 contains eight repetitions.
Timing Fields
Interval
The send-off time for every repetition. With 8 × 50 @ 1:00, a new repetition starts every minute. The swimmer's work and recovery both fit inside that minute.
Set Rest
Extra recovery after all repetitions in that workout row have finished.
Preparation Time
A countdown before the workout begins, giving swimmers time to get ready.
Rest Between Rounds
Recovery after a completed block round. It is not added after the final round.
Main Controls
Start / Pause
Starts the workout, pauses the active timer, and resumes from the same position.
Skip / Lap
In Pace Clock mode, moves past the current timing step. In Stopwatch mode, records a lap.
Previous / Next
Moves backward or forward through the workout when manual navigation is needed.
Reset
Stops the session and returns the workout timer to the beginning.
Block and Round
The status controls show the active block and round and allow quick manual selection when required.
Lock
Locks important controls to reduce accidental changes during a training session.
Pace Clock Mode
Runs structured workouts using blocks, sets, repetitions, intervals, rounds, rest periods, and automatic progression.
Stopwatch Mode
Provides open timing without automatic intervals. Use Lap to record splits during tests, races, or free timing.
TV Mode
Opens a large full-screen display for a pool-deck monitor, laptop, projector, or television. Essential timing controls remain available.
Settings
Open the Settings panel before training to configure how the timer behaves.
Commands
Choose Voice, Beep, Both, or Off.
Stroke Rate
Runs a metronome at the selected strokes per minute during active swimming work.
Stagger Starts
Provides delayed start cues for swimmers leaving at fixed gaps in the same lane or group.
Language
Changes the interface language and supported spoken commands.
Presets
Loads a prepared timing configuration or saves settings that you use regularly.
Factory Reset
Restores the application settings to their defaults. Use it only when you want to clear your configuration.
Workouts, Statistics, and Printing
Workout Builder
Create or edit workout details, blocks, rounds, and sets before loading them into the timer.
Workouts
Save sessions for reuse and open saved workouts from the workout library.
Statistics
Review calculated distance, estimated duration, set totals, and available workout-library summaries.
Print / PDF
Creates a clean A4 workout sheet. Use the browser print dialog to print it or save it as a PDF.
Before Training
Check the workout first. Confirm intervals, repetitions, block rounds, and rest before pressing Start.
Allow audio. Make sure the device is not muted and interact with the page before relying on voice or sound cues.
Keep the screen active. Prevent the device from sleeping during the session.
Use short notes. Labels such as “Kick”, “Pull”, “Drill”, “Easy”, and “Race Pace” are easier to read quickly.
Use TV mode for groups. A full-screen clock is easier to see from the pool.
Quick FAQ
What does 8 × 50 @ 1:00 mean?
Swim eight repetitions of 50 metres, starting a new repetition every 1 minute.
Does a round repeat the whole workout?
No. A round repeats the block in which it is configured.
Can I time a swim without building a workout?
Yes. Select Stopwatch mode and use Start, Pause, Lap, and Reset.
Can I use Pace Clock without sound?
Yes. Set Commands to Off and follow the visual timer.
Can I use it on a phone, tablet, laptop, or TV?
Yes. The interface is responsive, and TV mode is designed for larger displays.
Can I print a workout?
Yes. Print Workout creates an A4 layout that can also be saved as a PDF.
Ready to Start
Build the workout, check the timing, choose the commands, and press Start.