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The dates when the inaugural ‘Festival of Swimming’ races are to take place across the Swim England regions have been revealed. Organised by British Swimming, Swim England, Scottish Swimming and Swim Wales, the festival aims to give as many youngsters as possible the opportunity to return to racing. More than a dozen independently-licensed, accredited long
The Swim England Hertfordshire Annual Council Meeting (ACM) is scheduled to take place on Wednesday 7th July 2021 at 8pm. Elections for members of the Management Board and other post holders are due to take place at the ACM. Nomination forms for Management Board members and for other post holders are available to download. Completed
A new date for our Open Water Training Sessions has been announced. The one day event will be held on Saturday 26 June at Herts Young Mariners Base, Cheshunt 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.
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
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
