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The Welsh public is being asked to get its bathers on to take part in sponsored swims or join a cold-water dip event in Cardiff to help unite Wales against cancer. The call comes from Swim Wales and Cancer Research Wales who are joining forces to promote the ‘Dip or Distance: The Cancer Research Wales […]

Swim Wales proudly celebrated the outstanding achievements of the Welsh aquatics community at the Swim Wales Annual Awards 2026, held on Saturday 17 January at the Holland House Hotel, Cardiff. Images by Malaper Photography. The evening brought together people from across the Welsh sporting sector, alongside shortlisted providers, swim teachers, swim schools, athletes, coaches and […]

Triathlon England, Swim England, Swim Wales, and Welsh Triathlon have announced a new partnership to expand and enhance the Beyond Swim programme – a national initiative designed to ensure outdoor swimming across England and Wales is safe, accessible, and enjoyable for everyone. The partnership, unveiled at Lisvane and Llanishen Reservoirs in Cardiff this autumn, brings […]

Swim Wales pays tribute to the life and legacy of Sheilah Roberts, who sadly passed away last week. For more than five decades, Sheilah and her husband Alan have been at the heart of Welsh Aquatics, shaping the landscape of our sport and leaving an extraordinary legacy that will endure for generations. Their journey began […]

The finalists for the 2026 Swim Wales Awards have been officially revealed, showcasing exceptional athletes, coaches, volunteers, clubs and organisations from across the aquatic community. This year’s shortlist highlights outstanding performance, commitment to development, and inspiring contributions both in and out of the water. This year’s event is kindly sponsored by our main sponsors – […]

As Swim Wales continues to recruit for its next Youth Advisory Board (previously called the Youth Panel), former member Abigail Thomas shares her personal journey, experiences, and the impact the panel has had on her life both within and beyond the pool. Abigail, who served on the panel from ages 15 to 18, continues to […]

South Whales Swim School (SWSS), based in Caerphilly and Rhondda Cynon Taf, has once again secured the Swim Wales Learn to Swim Gold Accreditation, marking its third consecutive year of achieving the highest aquatic education standards in Wales. First recognised with the award in 2023, SWSS continues to set the benchmark for excellence, serving as […]

The Swim Wales Gold Accreditation is the highest quality mark for any leisure operator delivering a Learn to Swim Wales programme in Wales, recognising excellence in best practice. It demonstrates that an organisation is at the forefront of governance, sustainability and effectiveness in delivering outstanding swimming education, going beyond basic industry standards and safeguarding guidelines. […]

Swim Wales has officially launched the brand-new Swim Wales Coaching Certificate (Swimming), marking a major milestone in the National Governing Body’s commitment to developing the next generation of aquatic professionals in Wales. Officially unveiled on October 25th at the Swim Wales National Squad Day, the new course was launched in front of coaches from across […]

The Swim Wales National Squad Programme is an inclusive and progressive pathway for swimmers and para-swimmers designed to develop the athlete, person and performer holistically. Specifically, the programme aims to provide appropriate and progressive training, competition and education in relation to the development of key performance skills, knowledge and behaviours including: • World Class stroke […]