Archive for 2025
🏊 Para Swimming Training Sessions – 2025/2026 Season 🏊‍♀️
Posted by Swim England South West on July 24th 2025
We’re excited to announce three Para Swimming training sessions for the 2025/2026 season! These sessions are open to all para swimmers, whether classified or not.
Exciting Coaching Opportunities Available Across Three Regional Swimming Programmes
Posted by Swim England South West on July 23rd 2025
Swim England South West is now recruiting passionate and motivated coaches to support the next generation of swimmers as Regional Skills Coaches across three key development programmes. These rewarding roles offer an exciting chance to work with aspiring young athletes, collaborate with experienced coaching teams, and make a real impact on swimmer development in the region.
Dive into Summer with Open Water Swimming!
Posted by Swim England South West on June 19th 2025
Summer is on the horizon – and that means it's time to head back to the lake for some exhilarating open water swimming! Whether you're looking to build stamina, sharpen your open water skills, or just enjoy the unique thrill of swimming outdoors, Bristol & South Gloucestershire SC (formerly Bristol Penguins) invites you to join our 2025 open water sessions at the beautifully clear waters of The Lake, Cromhall (GL12 8AA).
Christine Merrifield Honoured with Prestigious Mary Black Award
Posted by Swim England South West on June 17th 2025
Kernow Artistic Swimming Club is thrilled to announce that our very own Christine Merrifield has been awarded the Mary Black Trophy for Services to Artistic Swimming – one of the most prestigious accolades in the sport.
Regional Artistic Swimming Squad Shines at SE Regional Games
Posted by Swim England South West on June 11th 2025
The South West Regional Artistic Swimming Squad, made up of talented swimmers aged 11–15, proudly represented the region at the annual SE Regional Games held at Hengrove Pool on Friday, May 30th.
Join the Leadership Team at Swim England South West Region
Posted by Swim England South West on June 5th 2025
Now Recruiting: Regional Chair & Vice Chair Swim England South West Region is inviting applications for the roles of Regional Chair and Vice Chair to help lead the Region into an exciting future.
1km Event Added to Regional Open Water Championships – 22 June
Posted by Swim England South West on June 3rd 2025
We are pleased to confirm, on behalf of Swim Wales, and the East Midland, South West, and West Midland Regions, that a 1km event will be offered at this year’s Regional Open Water Championships, taking place on Saturday 22 June.
Swim England Senior Swimming Coach Programme – Applications Now Open
Posted by Swim England South West on June 3rd 2025
Are you a dedicated swimming coach aiming to elevate your coaching career and make a significant impact on athlete development? The Swim England Senior Swimming Coach Programme is now accepting applications.
Coach Roles Available at Team Bath AS
Posted by Swim England South West on June 3rd 2025
Team Bath AS are recruiting a Lead Squad Coach and a Swimming Coach based at the Sports Training Village at the University of Bath.
Regional Award Nominations Now Open!
Posted by Swim England South West on June 3rd 2025
NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN! Do you know someone who deserves recognition? Now’s your chance to shine a light on the people making a difference in your clubs!
Team Bath AS are Recruiting
Posted by Swim England South West on May 22nd 2025
Team Bath AS are looking to recruit a Development Coach to work at their hub located at the Dragonfly Leisure Centre, Midsomer Norton and a Lead Coach to work at the STV at the University of Bath
South West Open Water Championships
Posted by Swim England South West on May 15th 2025
The 2025 Open Water Championships will be held on Sunday 22nd June 2025 at Lake 86, Cotswold Water Park.
Summer Swimming Championships - Weekend 3 at Hengrove Leisure Centre
Posted by Swim England South West on May 8th 2025
Swimming Championships Weekend 3 at Hengrove Leisure Centre meet information
Introduction to Officiating at Events CPD
Posted by Swim England South West on May 6th 2025
The CPD is an introduction to officiating at events that include swimmers with a disability, aimed at swimming technical officials, Judge Level 1 or above. This CPD will give an overview of Functional Classification System, Terminology & Sport Class Overview including knowledge of World Para Swimming (WPS) rules and rule exceptions.
Summer Swimming Championships - Weekend 2 at Plymouth Life Centre
Posted by Swim England South West on May 1st 2025
Swimming Championships weekend 2 at Plymouth Life Centre meet information
Regional Open Water Championships
Posted by Swim England South West on March 31st 2025
Our combined open Water Championships are making a return again this year to Lake 86 at Cotswold Water Park.Â
Swimming Committee Vacancies
Posted by Swim England South West on March 31st 2025
We still have two key roles to fill on the Swimming Committee, these are the Swimming Manager and the Swimming Coordinator.
Somerset ASA Launch New Masters Meet
Posted by Swim England South West on March 27th 2025
Somerset ASA are venturing into the world of Master meets! The aim is to raise the profile of swimming and Masters swimming in Somerset, the South West and the wider Masters community.
Severnside Tritons have a number of Vacancies
Posted by Swim England South West on March 27th 2025
Severnside Tritons is a competitive swimming club, dedicated to developing our swimmers’ skills, confidence, and a lifelong passion for the sport. They are currently looking to recruit into a number of roles in the club coaching team.
Swindon ASC Para Squad Have a Visit from a Paralympian
Posted by Swim England South West on March 25th 2025
On Sunday 16th March, Swindon ASC Para Squad had a very special treat when Stephanie Millward Mbe visited their training session at Highworth Pool. The former Paralympian has represented Great Britain in four Paralympics, Beijing (2008), London (2012), Rio (2016) and Tokyo (2020) and won an astonishing 10 medals including two gold medals.
South West Swimming Summer Championship Meet Pack and Hy-Tek File Now Available
Posted by Swim England South West on March 24th 2025
We are pleased to be able to release the Swimming Summer Championships Meet Pack and Hy-Tek entry file for 2025.
Interested in Becoming an Open Water Technical Official?
Posted by Swim England South West on March 11th 2025
If you are interested in becoming an Open Water technical Official Swim England have released a link to register your interest.
SE South West AGM Date Change
Posted by Swim England South West on February 26th 2025
Due to calendar clashes we have had to change the South West AGM from Wednesday 26th March to Wednesday 9th April 2025.
Welcome to our 2025 Regional President
Posted by Swim England South West on February 13th 2025
We would like to welcome Maurice Cleaver into the role of the Regional President for 2025 after being nominated by Wiltshire County ASA.
Swim England members given invaluable opportunity to help shape new coaching strategy
Posted by Swim England South West on February 5th 2025
Coaches, participants, parents and clubs are being given an invaluable opportunity to play an active role in shaping the future of coaching in aquatics. Swim England is to launch a new coaching strategy in 2025 and the views of the aquatics community will be at its heart. The Co-creation of the Future of Coaching process aims to reconnect and redefine the purpose of coaching, build on existing good practice and create a thriving and flourishing coaching culture.
Volunteer Opportunity with Swim England South West Ltd
Posted by Swim England South West on January 28th 2025
Swim England South West is looking to appoint a volunteer Independent Board Director responsible for Safeguarding in Welfare in the Region.
Bristol Penguin Olympic Swimming Club is Recruiting
Posted by Swim England South West on January 23rd 2025
Bristol Penguin Olympic Swimming Club have two exciting new opportunities for Coaches looking for work. They are looking for a Swimming Coach and a Masters Swimming Coach.
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