Pace Clock Guide
A clear guide for swimmers, coaches, swim schools, and training groups using the AnalysisSwim Pace Clock.
Learn how to build workouts, use intervals, repetitions, rounds, voice commands, stopwatch mode, stroke rate, stagger starts, and display mode.
What is Pace Clock?
Pace Clock is a swim training timer designed to help swimmers and coaches run structured workouts with clear timing, intervals, repetitions, and rounds.
Instead of manually watching the time for every repeat, you can build a set list, press Start, and follow the visual timer, voice cues, and sound signals.
It can be used for technique work, aerobic sets, threshold training, sprint work, race pace sets, group workouts, and simple stopwatch timing.
Quick Start
1. Open the Pace Clock.
2. Add one or more sets to your workout.
3. Enter the number of repetitions and the interval for each set.
4. Add distance, equipment, stroke, or notes if you want more detail.
5. Set rounds, preparation time, rest time, stroke rate, or stagger starts if needed.
6. Choose command mode: voice, sound, both, or off.
7. Press Start and follow the workout cues.
Main Features
Pace Clock combines a structured interval timer, workout builder, sound and voice commands, and practical coaching tools in one interface.
Set List
Create workouts with multiple sets, repetitions, intervals, distance, equipment, stroke, and notes.
Intervals
Set a send-off time for each repeat, so swimmers know exactly when to leave again.
Rounds
Repeat the full workout automatically for multiple rounds without rebuilding the set list.
Voice and Sound Cues
Use spoken commands, sound signals, both together, or turn commands off completely.
Stopwatch Mode
Use open timing when you do not need interval control or a fixed workout structure.
TV Display Mode
Show a simplified large-screen timer view for pool deck, tablets, monitors, or TV screens.
How to Build a Workout
Each row in the workout table represents one set. A set can include repetitions, interval time, distance, equipment, stroke, and notes.
For example, if you enter 8 repetitions and an interval of 1:30, the Pace Clock will run eight repeats, each starting every 1 minute and 30 seconds.
You can add several sets to create a full training session, such as warm-up, drill work, main set, sprint work, and cool down.
Reps
The number of times the set will repeat.
Interval
The send-off time for each repeat.
Details
Add distance, stroke, equipment, or notes to make the workout easier to follow.
Add / Delete
Use the plus button to add a set and the delete button to remove a set from the workout.
Pace Clock Mode
Pace Clock mode is the main mode for structured swim workouts.
Use it when you want the timer to control repetitions, intervals, rest periods, rounds, voice cues, and sound commands.
This mode is best for interval training, team workouts, technique sets, aerobic work, race pace sets, and coach-led sessions.
Stopwatch Mode
Stopwatch mode gives you open timing without interval structure.
Use it when you want to time a swim, effort block, test set, race simulation, or simple activity without automatic send-offs.
It is useful when you need a clean running timer instead of a full workout plan.
Important Settings
The settings panel gives you control over how the Pace Clock behaves during training.
Command Mode
Choose voice, sound, both, or off depending on your training environment.
Preparation Time
Add a short countdown before the workout starts, so swimmers have time to get ready.
Rest Time
Add rest between sets or rounds when the workout needs recovery periods.
Stroke Rate
Use the metronome to help swimmers maintain a steady stroke rhythm during work phases.
Stagger Starts
Add delayed start signals for group training when swimmers leave a few seconds apart.
Display Mode
Use TV mode when you want a large, clean timer view for a bigger screen.
Save Workouts
Save workouts on your device so you can reuse common training sets without rebuilding them every time.
Load Workouts
Load saved sets before practice and start faster, especially when you repeat similar training sessions.
Print Workout
Print the set list when you want a paper version for swimmers, coaches, or pool deck planning.
Best Practice Tips
Build the workout before pressing Start. This avoids mistakes once swimmers are ready.
Use voice mode for hands-free coaching. It helps swimmers follow the session without checking the screen constantly.
Use TV mode for groups. A large display is easier to read from the pool deck.
Keep the screen active during training. This gives the smoothest timing and audio experience.
Use notes clearly. Short labels like “pull,” “kick,” “drill,” “free,” or “race pace” are easier to read quickly.
Who is Pace Clock for?
Pace Clock is useful for swimmers, swim coaches, swim schools, triathletes, fitness swimmers, competitive swimmers, and group training sessions.
Beginners can use it to learn structured workouts. Competitive swimmers can use it for interval work, race pace sets, and repeat control. Coaches can use it to manage groups more efficiently on pool deck.
Pace Clock FAQ
What is Pace Clock?
Pace Clock is a swim training timer for structured workouts, intervals, repetitions, rounds, voice cues, sound cues, and stopwatch timing.
Can I use it without watching the screen?
Yes. Voice and sound commands help swimmers follow the workout without constantly looking at the display.
What is an interval?
An interval is the send-off time for each repeat. For example, if the interval is 1:30, each repeat starts every 1 minute and 30 seconds.
What are rounds?
Rounds repeat the full workout. If you set 3 rounds, the Pace Clock runs the entire set list three times.
What is preparation time?
Preparation time is a countdown before the workout starts. It gives swimmers time to get ready.
What is rest time?
Rest time adds recovery between parts of the workout, depending on how you set up the session.
What is Stroke Rate?
Stroke Rate is a built-in metronome for rhythm control. It helps swimmers hold a consistent stroke tempo.
What are Stagger Starts?
Stagger Starts are delayed start cues inside the same interval. They are useful when swimmers leave a few seconds apart in the same lane or group.
Can I use it as a normal stopwatch?
Yes. Stopwatch mode gives you open timing without interval control.
Can I save workouts?
Yes. You can save and load workouts on your device for faster setup in future sessions.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes. Pace Clock is designed to work on phones, tablets, and larger displays.
When should I use TV mode?
Use TV mode when you want a larger, cleaner display for pool deck, group training, tablets, monitors, or TV screens.
Start Using Pace Clock
Build your workout, choose your timing mode, and let the Pace Clock guide your swim session.