Since May 2020, Sport England have been running a successful crowdfunding initiative called Active Together, helping sports clubs and other organisations to set up and run their own crowdfunding campaigns to help sustain themselves through the coronavirus (Covid-19) crisis. Initially with a £1 million budget from the National Lottery, Active Together was designed to help with
Almost 2,000 swimming pools could be lost forever by the end of the decade unless the Government and local authorities ‘act now’ to replace or refurbish ageing facilities. Swim England has warned in its new A Decade of Decline: The Future of Swimming Pools in England report that there will be a huge reduction in
Poolside practical sessions of the Swimming Officials Judge 1 training are being resumed after being put on hold due to the coronavirus pandemic. The move has been described as an ‘important step forward’ for volunteers who are working towards the qualification. Since the beginning of 2020, the training has included an online theory session followed
Maxwell Sewell and Elena Smith-Fernandez have won Great Britain’s first-ever mixed duet medal at the inaugural European Youth Artistic Swimming Championships. The duo were part of a six-strong British team taking part in the competition in Rijeka, Croatia. Sewell and Smith-Fernandez took third spot in the event with a score of 125.8776 – 18.0381 behind gold
A ‘more inclusive and integrated’ consideration policy has been developed by the Swim England Para-swimming Talent Team – which will see new athletes being invited onto the programme at the beginning of next year. The aim of the talent programme is to develop athletes’ attributes to progress onto British Para-Swimming World Class progress and perform
Swim England is aiming to stage a number of national events in 2021 as the coronavirus lockdown restrictions are being officially lifted. The recognised national governing body will also be taking down its Covid guidance as social distancing requirements will be removed from Monday 19 July. Instead, it has updated its coronavirus frequently asked questions
The home nations are joining forces to spearhead a nationwide campaign during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games to help inspire the next generation to take up aquatic sports. British Swimming, Swim England, Scottish Swimming and Swim Wales will be using the achievements of its athletes competing in Japan to highlight the important role grassroots clubs
Applications are now open for the 2021 Swim England Senior Swimming Coach programme. The Senior Coach Programme will equip you with the tools to create and develop individualised programmes and optimise the performance levels of aspiring athletes, at both youth and senior level. For more information.
A rise in the number of people drowning has prompted a charity to encourage parents to ensure their children are taught how to stay safe and enjoy water safely this summer as part of a nationwide campaign. The Royal Life Saving Society UK’s Drowning Prevention Week takes place from today until Saturday 26 June. It
Swim England regions have been busy making plans for the Festival of Swimming meets which will take place across the country this summer. The aim of the festival is to provide as many youngsters as possible the opportunity to return to racing. The majority of meets will take place across two weekends – 24-25 July
An organisation which plays a crucial role in increasing support, visibility and engagement of the LGBTQ+ community in aquatic sports is being relaunched. Swim England is proud to be supporting the official relaunch of Pride in Water, which coincides with the beginning of Pride Month – a celebration of LGBTQ+ communities all around the world. Pride
Taster sessions on 11th, 12th & 13th June Try Artistic (Synchronised) swimming at one of our taster events. It is a great way to make new friends and have fun while you develop new skills and stay fit The taster sessions are open to girls and boys. If you enjoy swimming, dancing, gymnastics or being part
