Linda Atkinson Named Official of the Year at sportscotland awards

Late last week Artistic Swimming official, Linda Atkinson, was named as ‘Official of the Year’ at the sportscotland Coaching, Officiating, and Volunteering Awards in recognition of her dedication, passion, and tireless efforts to help develop the sport of Artistic Swimming in Scotland and beyond. The sportscotland COV Awards celebrate the unsung heroes of Scottish sport,… Continue reading Linda Atkinson Named Official of the Year at sportscotland awards

Eight Scots selected for European Short Course

With Olympic year on the horizon, 35 swimmers, including 8 Scottish athletes, have been named to round off 2023 at the European Short Course Swimming Championships in Bucharest, Romania next month. Edinburgh University’s Archie Goodburn and Kara Hanlon will join University of Stirling’s Katie Shanahan, Keanna MacInnes, Duncan Scott, Evan Jones, Lucy Hope and Kathleen… Continue reading Eight Scots selected for European Short Course

Scottish athletes on British Swimming’s World Class Programme

A total of 54 swimmers have been invited on to British Swimming’s World Class Programme (WCP) for the 2023-2024 season, with just over nine months to go until the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. The new list follows a spectacular summer in the pool, which saw eight medals – including two world titles – secured… Continue reading Scottish athletes on British Swimming’s World Class Programme

Swimming pools gain government support

Scottish Swimming were delighted to host an event ‘Everyone Can Swim’ supported by the Minister for Social Care, Mental Wellbeing and Sport as well as triple Olympian Hannah Miley MBE. The event which took place on Monday 16th October at the SNP party conference in Aberdeen yesterday highlighted the importance of swimming and swimming pools… Continue reading Swimming pools gain government support

Statement in relation to North Lanarkshire Decision Reversal

Scottish Swimming are delighted with the reversal of the decision in North Lanarkshire to close 39 community facilities including 4 swimming pools. The passion, proactive and persuasive voice of the local community in campaigning to keep these pools open has been heard – people power at its best. Swimming is a life skill that everyone… Continue reading Statement in relation to North Lanarkshire Decision Reversal

Fife leisure trust crowned at national awards

Fife Sport and Leisure Trust was crowned as the Scottish Water Learn to Swim Provider of the Year at the annual Scottish Swimming awards night, recognising the trust as a high-quality lesson programme in Scotland with over 8,100 participants weekly. The Scottish Water-sponsored award was presented to the trust for its efforts in expanding teaching… Continue reading Fife leisure trust crowned at national awards

Scottish Swimming community enjoy a night of celebration

It was a glittering showcase of all things aquatics in Scotland last night, as Scottish Swimming hosted their annual awards evening, which took place at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Glasgow. Hosted by radio and television presenter, Arlene Stuart, over 260 guests reflected on the fantastic achievements of our athletes and coaches, as well as… Continue reading Scottish Swimming community enjoy a night of celebration

Guidance Information and Competition Policy for Transgender and Non-Binary individuals in Aquatics

We have reached the point where we are happy to share our Participation and Training guidance, and our Competition Policy for Transgender and Non-Binary individuals. With Scottish Swimming’s vision being: ‘everyone can swim’, we are committed to creating a positive and inclusive environment where participation and fair competition is available to all. The guidance document… Continue reading Guidance Information and Competition Policy for Transgender and Non-Binary individuals in Aquatics

Statement regarding West Lothian pool closures

We are saddened by the news that three West Lothian swimming pools close today at Armadale, Broxburn and Livingston. This will be a huge loss to these local communities. Scottish Swimming have been campaigning hard with the government who have acknowledged that local sport and leisure facilities are vital in supporting the physical and mental… Continue reading Statement regarding West Lothian pool closures

Swimming Master-class in Japan

Straight off the back of the World Aquatics Championships in Fukuoka, the action quickly returned to the pool for the start of the World Aquatics Masters Championships, which saw a number of Scottish Masters swimmers make the almost 6000 mile journey to Japan. Dawn Kissack of Carnoustie Claymores, won gold in the 50m freestyle, posting… Continue reading Swimming Master-class in Japan