A new toolkit has been issued by Swim England which will act as a ‘valuable asset’ to both clubs and operators across the country. The ‘Working Together’ toolkit has been created in conjunction with a focus group consisting of club and operator representatives and has been driven by the sector as both sides recognised the
Swim England is to begin issuing licenses for level four single club competitions in time for Step 3 of the Government’s roadmap out of the coronavirus lockdown. It means the recognised national governing body’s affiliated clubs will be able to stage competitive events once again, subject to the Government’s targets for the easing of restrictions
Cash4Clubs have teamed up with Made by Sport to offer the opportunity for community sports clubs and organisations across the UK to receive £2021 in unrestricted support, through the ‘Clubs In Crisis’ fund. Applications open on 21 April with grants of up to £2,021 available to all sports clubs who meet the criteria. More information
Whether you’re new to open water or a seasoned pro, our sessions will provide skill and technical tuition within small groups, differentiated by age & ability. The sessions are being organised on 8th May at Herts Young Mariners Base, Cheshunt and on 9th May at Merchant Taylor’s School, Northwood. They are designed to provide an
An ‘exciting prospect’ to compete in a national ‘Festival of Swimming’ has been unveiled by Swim England and British Swimming. While the plans for a return to competition are still in the early stages, a network of racing opportunities has been agreed. This ‘restart to racing’ will consist of meets held throughout England, Scotland and
Swim England chief executive Jane Nickerson said confirmation that indoor pools will reopen on Monday 12 April would be a ‘welcome relief’ to millions of people. At an Easter Monday press conference, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced Step 2 of the roadmap out of the coronavirus national lockdown would go ahead as planned. That will
Swim England have launched a series of free webinars focused on outdoor swimming. The sessions will aim to inspire and engage those who are interested in finding out more about swimming outdoors or returning to the activity. Some topics of discussion will be key safety advice, both the health and social benefits, where to swim
Swim England chief executive Jane Nickerson has received the disappointing news that the Government will not reverse the decision on over 18’s training with clubs when indoor pools reopen. As part of the roadmap out of the coronavirus national lockdown, formally organised indoor sport activities for adults can only resume from Step 3, which is
Tickets are now on sale for the inaugural Swim England Foundation Coach Conference 2021. Open to coaches and teachers, the conference will feature the chance to quiz elite athletes who will share their club experiences, top tips for attracting and retaining new members and working with parents in sport. It takes place virtually on Sunday
Swim England chief executive Jane Nickerson has praised a national campaign for helping to protect 16 and 17-year-olds, with the Government set to close a loophole in the law. The Ministry of Justice has announced the Positions of Trust law, which currently applies to roles like teachers and social workers, will be extended as part
The Swim England Swimming Leadership Group is ‘keen to see’ formal competition resume before the end of the season. Following the Prime Minister’s roadmap out of lockdown announcement, the Swimming Leadership Group has been formulating plans for the safe return of licensed and unlicensed meets, open water, Masters, para-swimming and league competition. Meanwhile, a second
The following statement has been issued by British Swimming regarding the forthcoming 2021 British Swimming Championships. British Swimming has unveiled a number of changes to its flagship annual swimming meet, following the unveiling of the UK Government’s roadmap on Monday 22 February. Due to the ongoing COVID restrictions, continued uncertainty around the exact timetable of easing
