Day 3 and the final day of the British Masters Swimming Championships in Aberdeen, saw Aberdeen’s Silver City Blues win the prestigious Cupar Trophy. The Cupar Trophy is awarded to the team who accumulated the most points throughout the weekend and is one of the biggest prizes in British Masters Swimming. The team from Otter… Continue reading Silver City Blues win Cupar Trophy at British Masters Championships
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Another record breaking day for Masters swimmers
Day 2 of the British Masters Swimming Championships in Aberdeen, and we picked up where we left off last night, with more World, European and British Records broken across the age groups. The level of swimming here has been outstanding so far. Before sharing details of records broken, Jeroen Peters, Chair of the British Masters Swimming Committee… Continue reading Another record breaking day for Masters swimmers
Scots on top at BestFest
Scottish swimmers have again made their mark on Best Fest, the 7-day open water swimming festival, which takes place off Colonia de Sant Jordi, in the crystal clear water of the south eastern coast of Mallorca. The annual festival is open to swimmers of all levels, from beginners to Olympic and World champions, and draws elite… Continue reading Scots on top at BestFest
7 Scots on Great Britain Team for 2026 European Championships
Aquatics GB is delighted to confirm a 36-strong swimming team for the 2026 European Championships, featuring a host of Olympic champions and rising stars fresh from outstanding performances at the recently concluded 2026 Aquatics GB Championships in London. This year’s European Championships will bring together the continent’s top swimmers in what promises to be a… Continue reading 7 Scots on Great Britain Team for 2026 European Championships
Free, universal School Swimming offer
Primary children will have the chance to learn to swim as the Scottish Government capitalises on the forthcoming “spectacular summer of sport”. The rollout of the National Primary School Swimming Framework, a universal offer to primary aged children, is part of a package of measures to get people more active, inspired by the Glasgow 2026… Continue reading Free, universal School Swimming offer
Scottish Swimming Hustings calls for Joint Task Force
On 4 February Scottish Swimming delivered its first ever Hustings event “Saving Lives Changing Lives” inviting five politicians from five political parties to voice their views on sport, health, swimming and the sustainability of swimming pools for current and future generations. Attended by an audience of over 100 people representing different sports, water safety and… Continue reading Scottish Swimming Hustings calls for Joint Task Force
Tom Chambers appointed new Chair of Scottish Swimming
Scottish Swimming are delighted to announce the appointment of Tom Chambers as the new Chair of the Scottish Swimming Board of Directors. Tom brings to the role over two decades of board-level experience across the sports, charity, and public sectors providing a wealth of strong governance insight, commercial awareness, and a collaborative approach to strategic… Continue reading Tom Chambers appointed new Chair of Scottish Swimming
From Paralympic Glory to Swimming Teacher
Passion and a determination for swimming have driven a Paralympic swimmer to become a dedicated swim teacher, inspiring children across Scotland to learn life-saving swimming skills. Abby Kane’s journey to Paralympic success began in the pool at just three years old, when she joined the LEARN TO SWIM programme. Abby went on to win a… Continue reading From Paralympic Glory to Swimming Teacher
Reflections on the Scottish Budget
It has been a week since the Scottish Government announced a £40m funding boost for Scottish sport, including the long-awaited support and commitment to school swimming through a learn to swim offer for primary school children. Cabinet Secretary for Finance, Shona Robison, revealed a total uplift of £40m for sports funding in 2026. Around £18m… Continue reading Reflections on the Scottish Budget
Scottish Swimming welcomes Government funding for School Swimming
Scottish Swimming is delighted by the Scottish Government Budget announcement to support school swimming through a learn to swim offer for primary school children. This much needed and timely funding will benefit thousands of young people across Scotland, equipping children with the vital water safety knowledge and basic swimming skills to keep them safer in,… Continue reading Scottish Swimming welcomes Government funding for School Swimming