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We have organised another workshop designated for Covid-19 club leads. The workshop will cover current Swim England guidance and share good practice. It is also an opportunity for clubs to ask any questions they may have. Date – Wednesday 28th October Time – 19:30 – 20:30 Please book onto to Covid-19 lead training by using
An ‘exciting new concept’ where swimmers will pit themselves against others from across the country without leaving their home pool has been officially launched by Swim England. Level X Racing gives club swimmers the opportunity to take part in a series of time-trials using all strokes at varying distances and then submit them to Swim
Swim England has confirmed it is committed to doing everything it can to enable the ‘excellent’ County Age Group Swimming Championships take place in 2021. However, due to the ongoing coronavirus restrictions, it is highly unlikely that these events will be able to take place in their usual January/February time slot. To that end, Swim
Congratulations to the following 12 year olds who have been selected to participate in a virtual development camp in September. The camp will be lead by Head Coach, Jason Keeler. Supported by skills coaches, Keiron Piper, Joe Evans, Alan Londesbrough, Emily Budzynski- Seymour and Greg Capper. The Strength and Conditioning sessions will be lead by
Following on from successful online workshops run earlier this year, Swim England are running a further two national workshops. Full info below please use the form to book your place Zoom details will be sent out 24 hours before workshop. Any questions please email Ben McDonald ([email protected]). Topic: Developing Physical Literacy in Para-Swimmers Date: Tuesday
Swim England is advising its affiliated clubs and members to carry out a full risk assessment before applying for an international permit and booking any training trips abroad. The warning comes following the Government imposing quarantines on travellers returning from certain countries due to the coronavirus pandemic. While Swim England has not banned international travel,
Nominations are now open for a prestigious awards ceremony which aims to ‘honour and reward’ great coaching across the country. Nine gongs are up for grabs at the UK Coaching Awards 2020 and entries need to be submitted by noon on Thursday 10 September. Mel Marshall, who is part of Team GB’s coaching staff for the
Swim England is encouraging its affiliated clubs to take advantage of a unique way to boost funds. By shopping online, clubs can gain a much-needed cash boost through the easyfundraising website. Easyfundraising has created a three-step plan to show how simple it is to raise funds throughout the coronavirus pandemic when traditional money-making ventures can’t
Applications are requested from Coaches within the Region to join the Coaches Forum. The Forum has adopted standard Terms of Reference which provides for the recruitment of four further coaches to join the Forum and serve for an initial period of three years. The Forum meets five times a year on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
Swim England has praised the incredible patience and support of the aquatics community after swimming pools were finally given the green light to start reopening. Chief executive Jane Nickerson has also vowed that the recognised national governing body will now do everything in its power to support facilities that could be mothballed due to financial
Swim England has published its comprehensive Return to Pools Guidance ahead of the Government easing the current lockdown measures. Five detailed documents have been created and are based on the latest scientific advice and Government guidelines. The guidance includes robust recommendations for operators, casual swimmers, lane swimming, family-fun sessions, club activity, teachers and those attending swimming lessons.
The Regional Coaches Forum will be leading three weekly sessions from Wednesday 10th June, to discuss with both coaches and Club Chairs the re-entry into the pool. The meetings will be led by Richard Garfield, Director of Swimming, Guildford City and Ron Philpot, Director of Swimming, Crawley SC. To book your space please complete the
