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Scottish Governing Bodies of Sport united in drive to reopen facilities

Following a formal communication sent to the First Minister on the morning of 30th July 2020 from 32 individual Scottish Governing Bodies of Sport (SGB), the SGB CEO Forum welcomes the recognition by the First Minister of the requirement to move forward the re-opening of sports facilities. As a sector, we are disappointed that the… Continue reading Scottish Governing Bodies of Sport united in drive to reopen facilities

Volunteers Week 2020 – Volunteer in Open Water Swimming

Open Water swimming has grown significantly in popularity in recent years and Scotland can boast some of the most scenic, natural venues for the sport. With more people taking part, whether as part of a wild swimming group, triathlon or competitive open water events, there are plenty of roles for volunteers. As part of Volunteers… Continue reading Volunteers Week 2020 – Volunteer in Open Water Swimming

Scottish Swimming Virtual Learning

As we continue to follow the Government’s dictate to ‘Stay at Home’ we have postponed all face to face education courses, delivered by Scottish Swimming, until the end of June 2020, after which the situation will again be reviewed. This follows our earlier statement on 17 March where we postponed courses up to the beginning… Continue reading Scottish Swimming Virtual Learning

Lindsay Lewis appointment Aquatics Team Manager for Birmingham Commonwealth Games

Commonwealth Games Scotland and Scottish Swimming are pleased to announce that Lindsay Lewis will lead the sport at the Birmingham Commonwealth Games in 2022, bringing over 20 years experience from her work as team manager for both Scottish and British Swimming. Lindsay was team manager for the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games and said of… Continue reading Lindsay Lewis appointment Aquatics Team Manager for Birmingham Commonwealth Games

Scottish Governing Bodies Forum and Executive Group Statement

This week marks an important next step towards the return of sport in communities across the country with indoor sports courts and swimming pools now able to reopen in line with the latest Scottish Government public health guidance. The Scottish Sports Governing Bodies Forum and Executive Group welcomes Monday’s communication from Stewart Harris, CEO, sportscotland announcing… Continue reading Scottish Governing Bodies Forum and Executive Group Statement

Volunteers Week 2020 – Volunteer in Synchronised Swimming

Synchronised Swimming may be relatively small in numbers in Scotland, but it is a tough discipline with huge personality.  As a combination of swimming, dance and gymnastics, Synchronised Swimming offers a real variety of activity, all of which requires volunteers to support its growing following. As part of Volunteers Week 2020, we caught up with former… Continue reading Volunteers Week 2020 – Volunteer in Synchronised Swimming