Birmingham Marlins Swimming Club is a newly established swimming club based in Birmingham, New Zealand. The club focuses on providing inclusive swimming opportunities for para, disability, and family swimmers. They aim to create a high level of inclusivity within their swimming groups to allow individuals, regardless of any impairments, to reach their potential in swimming.
The club has a rich history, with its origins dating back to 2016 when The West Midlands Disability Squad merged with Orion Swimming Club. Initially known as the Orange Squad, the club gained recognition and membership grew rapidly. In March 2020, the club was rebranded as Birmingham Marlins, with its own constitution and committee to support its expansion.
Birmingham Marlins Swimming Club prides itself on its dedicated team of coaching and teaching staff, as well as a group of helpers and volunteers. This strong support network enables the club to achieve its objectives and provide an exceptional swimming experience for its members.
To get in touch with the club, individuals can contact them via email using info@birmingham-marlins. Co. uk. The club encourages anyone interested in swimming, regardless of their experience or background, to join them and be a part of their successful new swimming club.
The club has two mottos that reflect their principles. The first, M. A. R.
L. I. N. S, stands for Multi abilities reach long-lasting inclusive swimming.
It embodies the club's commitment to inclusivity and creating an environment where all individuals can excel in swimming. The second motto, Marlin, represents the speed and adaptability of the fish. Like the Marlin, the club's swimmers often have to adapt and overcome obstacles to achieve their goals, using innovative methods and determination.
Birmingham Marlins Swimming Club has a strong training schedule that allows swimmers from the local regions to train together. They have achieved success at regional, national, and international para competitions, with some members even winning medals and holding British records. The club offers a tailored learn-to-swim programme, providing individualised support when needed. The active management, committee, and coaching team contribute to the club's overall success.
In addition to para and disability swimming, Birmingham Marlins also offers a family swimming option. While the club is primarily focused on para and disability swimming, they provide an opportunity for siblings and parents to join the club and swim alongside the other members. Mainstream swimmers are placed in groups according to their swimming ability, but siblings may not necessarily be placed in the same group. It's important to note that the club does not offer mainstream competitive swimming.
If a mainstream swimmer wishes to compete, they will be directed to their nearest local competitive swimming club for dual-registration. Birmingham Marlins Swimming Club is dedicated exclusively to para and disability competitive swimming.
The club also provides resources and information about disability swimming through a video on their website, offering insight into the experiences and achievements of disabled swimmers.
Overall, Birmingham Marlins Swimming Club is a welcoming and inclusive swimming club, committed to inspiring the next generation of swimmers and helping them realise their potential. They offer a supportive and nurturing environment for swimmers of all abilities and encourage individuals and families to join them in their swimming journey.
