Strong Scottish contingent to head to European Juniors

A strong team of Britain’s young swimmers will make their way to Lithuania for this summer’s European Junior Swimming Championships in Vilnius. Running from 2nd-7th July this year, the annual event showcases the best talent in the pool from across the continent born between 2006-2010, consistently providing a launch pad for athletes heading towards the… Continue reading Strong Scottish contingent to head to European Juniors

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Aberdeen set for age group diving action

Scotland’s premier age group diving competition returns to Aberdeen this weekend, as the Aquatics Centre plays host to the Scottish National Age Group Diving Championships incorporating the Thistle Trophy. Descending on the North-Eastern city will be nearly 150 divers from six clubs – as the competition maintains its strong reputation across the UK and beyond.… Continue reading Aberdeen set for age group diving action

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Three Scots amongst thirteen headed to Belgrade Euros

European senior and junior medallists are among a group of 10 Aquatics GB swimmers set to contest June’s European Aquatics Championships in the pool – while the Olympic marathon swimming team will also be competing at the event. On the eve of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, this year’s European Championships – taking place in… Continue reading Three Scots amongst thirteen headed to Belgrade Euros

Statement in Relation to Removal of School Swimming by Stirling Council

We are shocked and dismayed at the decision by Stirling Council to remove the primary school swimming programme. Learning to swim is an essential life skill that we believe everyone should have access to, and school swimming is a critical component in giving more children the opportunity to experience the water in a safe and… Continue reading Statement in Relation to Removal of School Swimming by Stirling Council

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Duncan Scott inspires next generation at Learn to Swim celebration

OLYMPIC, World and Commonwealth champion swimmer, Duncan Scott hosted a once-in-a-lifetime Learn to Swim class with young Fifers this week.   Duncan, who was recently selected for the third time to represent Team GB at the Paris 2024 Olympics, made a visit to Fife Sport and Leisure Trust to celebrate it being recognised as Learn… Continue reading Duncan Scott inspires next generation at Learn to Swim celebration

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Never Too Late To Learn

Today we launch our NEVER TOO LATE campaign, a nationwide initiative to encourage adults to learn to swim, take up regular swimming or get involved in aquatics sport. In the UK a staggering 14 million adults in the UK are unable to swim. That’s around 1 in 3 adults. The National Learn to Swim Framework… Continue reading Never Too Late To Learn

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Five Scots on Team GB for Paris 2024

University of Stirling Olympic swimmers announcement Duncan Scott, Katie Shanahan, Lucy hope, Kathleen dawson.. keanna macinnes,

A 33-strong team across pool and marathon swimming has today been confirmed by the BOA (British Olympic Association) to represent Team GB at this summer’s Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Seven Olympic champions and nine Olympic medallists in total are part of an exciting cohort blending bags of experience with a clutch of Games debutants, off… Continue reading Five Scots on Team GB for Paris 2024

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Perfect ending for Brayson as City of Glasgow Retain Top Club Trophy

After five days of superb competition, City of Glasgow Swim Team were crowned Top Club for the third successive year at the Scottish National Age Group Swimming Championships, providing the perfect farewell for Head Coach Danielle Brayson, as she leaves for pastures new. With strong swims across all age groups, athletes from City of Glasgow… Continue reading Perfect ending for Brayson as City of Glasgow Retain Top Club Trophy