In their own words.

My favourite thing about the club is being able to make new friends outside of school. What feels different here is the sense of community across all age groups, not just among the top performers.

Because of the size of the club, I’ve been able to build really strong relationships with the other swimmers and with the coaches.

Being part of a smaller swim club has helped me improve massively because the coaches are able to give more attention to each individual. The club has helped build my competitiveness and confidence, not just in swimming but in life, and that has motivated me to work harder at school too. If you’re second-guessing whether to join, I’d say just go for it. There’s no shame if you decide it isn’t for you, but you might otherwise miss out on something you end up loving.

My favourite thing is how the coaches look out for every swimmer, not just the best performers. They help each person work towards their own goals. If you’re on the fence about joining, I’d say just go for it and embrace the challenge.

My favourite thing about the club is being able to see the children develop over time. What stands out compared with other clubs I’ve visited is the sense of community. Parents are always helping each other, even offering lifts when another child can’t get to a competition. As a parent, if you commit your time and support your child at this club, the development you see can be incredible.

The swim club has made me more hardworking, and that has helped me in my school life too.

I get to work with something I'm passionate about and share that passion with new swimmers. One of my favourite things about the club is its diversity. I get to hear the stories behind so many different faces. The club also helped me improve my English, as it was my second language. I've seen how it helps young people develop teamwork skills and gives them access to new opportunities.