Star Diving Club, located at Guildford Spectrum in Surrey, is your go-to spot for springboard and highboard diving. As an affiliated member of Swim England with SwimMark accreditation, this club provides top-notch training and opportunities.
Gareth, your organiser at Star Diving Club, welcomes divers at all levels, from beginners to those with some experience. The club runs various weekly sessions during term-time, six days a week, excluding Saturdays.
For anyone keen to dive in, Gareth has set up term-time sessions suitable for everyone. To get started, you can email them at membership@stardiving.org. Just remember, you need to be able to swim 25 metres and be comfortable in deep water without goggles.
The spring term kicks off on Tuesday, 2 January, and runs until Thursday, 28 March, with a break during half-term (12-18 February). You can check out the "Spring Overview 2024" for all important dates and session info.
Recently, Gareth organised a special general meeting on 19 October, where members voted on a new constitution in line with Swim England's guidelines. This is a big step towards reaccreditation, and club chairman Stuart Johnson thanks everyone for their support, especially Jon Smith for his help with the legal bits. Stay tuned for the official word on reaccreditation.
On the fundraising front, the annual winter club competition is a huge hit. It's not just a fundraiser but also a chance for divers to show off their skills. This year's event saw 74 divers compete across eight events in three hours. There were also impressive dive shows from the club's development and age group squads. Results and photos are available via the provided link.
Gareth also encourages those interested in coaching to get in touch. If you want to learn coaching skills, contact Kirsty for more info.
For all other info, from term dates to holiday courses, visit the club's social media pages or the website. You'll find everything you need, including details on squad programmes, competition write-ups, and more.
Star Diving Club Guildford also offers children's holiday courses during school breaks, though not over Christmas/New Year. Beginners and seasoned divers alike can benefit from these sessions.
Finally, it's worth noting that Star Diving Club Guildford is a registered charity (number 1166005). Gareth and the team are committed to providing quality training for divers of all abilities, in line with Swim England's standards. Dive in and join the fun! 🏊♂️