Bonnie returns for 2019 LEN European Short Course Championships

Bonnie the Seal has today been confirmed as the Official  Mascot for the European Short Course Champs that come to Glasgow’s Tollcross in December. Taking place between 4-8 December 2019, spectators will watch as European champions are crowned over five days of rip-roaring action in Glasgow, with swimmers competing in 40 short course events. Held every… Continue reading Bonnie returns for 2019 LEN European Short Course Championships

New Event Coordinator Programme to be Piloted in the East

Scottish Swimming alongside the East District are pleased to announce a new Young Event Co-ordinator (YEC) pilot in the East District.  The YEC is a FREE training and development programme for young people aged 16-25 in each SASA District, with the aim of supporting and developing new Young Event Coordinators using a planned approach to… Continue reading New Event Coordinator Programme to be Piloted in the East

Frank Jordan B.E.M.

Frank Jordan, Honorary President of Menzieshill Whitehall Swimming and Water Polo Club has been awarded the British Empire Medal in the Queen’s Birthday Honours for services to Swimming and Water Polo.  Frank is also a life member of his club, the midland district and Scottish Swimming. Eighty-five year old Frank has been involved in swimming… Continue reading Frank Jordan B.E.M.

#LoveSwimming for its mental health benefits

Today is the launch of the next chapter in the #LoveSwimming campaign, led by Swim England, with the them of ‘Escape’. ‘Escape’ reflects the extremes of a fast-paced modern life and the impact it can have on your mental health, in stark comparison to the unique environment offered by swimming. A new YouGov poll released… Continue reading #LoveSwimming for its mental health benefits

Young Fife swimmers celebrate with Olympic and Commonwealth athlete Duncan Scott

Olympic, World, Commonwealth and European medallist Duncan Scott joined children from across Fife today (Wednesday 16 May) to celebrate the success and expansion of Fife Sports and Leisure Trust’s Learn to Swim programme, delivered in partnership with Scottish Swimming and Scottish Water. Fife Sports and Leisure Trust – the region’s leading provider of sports and… Continue reading Young Fife swimmers celebrate with Olympic and Commonwealth athlete Duncan Scott