Swimming training at local swimming baths is important to develop both swimming skills & water safety. Swimming Galas are held at local swimming baths. & further away including National Games. Breast stoke & backstroke are developed & Medals & ribbons are presented which makes a real difference to self confidence both in and out of the pool. An important part is how to enter & exit the swimming pool safely when the lane barriers are in the water & also how to follow the starters orders.

Swimming is a very popular healthy sport which is also a proven skill which might be able to save a life! It is suitable for people of all ages & abilities & can aid fitness levels. The group need regular training to improve stamina and self confidence. They attend Swimming Galas of which 3 are held Annually in the local areas & some farther away. There are also some Galas especially for people who can only walk or swim 1 width for which they can use swim aids to gain water confidence.

Improved swimming standards and level of fitness and stamina. Increased self confidence and pride in their achievements. Swimming result times will show their Personal Best. Medals and trophies to show their friends and families. It also enables individuals to renew friendships & also make new friends. They visit new places which they would not otherwise have the opportunity to visit. Swimmers benefit from widening their knowledge and understanding of the rules of swimming galas.