Swim Wales & BHF team up for Swim 60 Challenge
Swim Wales and British Heart Foundation (BHF) Cymru have joined forces to encourage people of all ages to take part in the Swim 60 Challenge this February for Heart Month. The Swim 60 Challenge could be 60 minutes, 60 lengths or 60 miles – participants choose the time and distance according to personal fitness levels, […]
Theresa Ogbekhiulu: The trainee swim teacher who shed her fear of water
Just 12 months ago, Theresa Ogbekhiulu could only splash around in the shallow end of the pool due to a fear of deeper waters, but now she is inspiring others on their learn to swim journeys. Theresa moved to Wales from Nigeria aged 16 and went on to study at Swansea University where alongside her […]
YMLAEN Strategy Launched!
Swim Wales, has today launched YMLAEN – Our new strategy for Aquatics in Wales. The recognised governing body for all aquatic sport and activity in Wales is proud and excited to unveil our new YMLAEN strategy to help drive Welsh aquatics forward over the next three years. YMLAEN (Welsh for forward or progress) sets a […]
Save Our Pools Campaign Launched
Swim Wales is leading the fight against facility closures in Wales by launching the #SaveOurPools #AchubEinPyllau campaign. Swimming pools and leisure centres across Wales are under threat as the energy crisis continues to impact communities across the nation. These facilities provide an essential service, and are vital to the health and wellbeing of the country. […]
