Org Streatham Swimming Club is an inclusive and competitive club located in London that warmly welcomes all young people who have a passion for swimming. The club aims to provide a supportive and encouraging environment for swimmers to reach their full potential, regardless of their skill level or ability.
The club conducts training sessions at two venues: Streatham pool in London SW16, which takes place on Tuesdays and Fridays, and St Joseph's College in London SE19, which is held on Sundays and Wednesdays. The club believes in providing consistent opportunities for its members to train and improve their swimming abilities.
Prospective new members are encouraged to join the club through trials, which are regularly conducted. Those on the waiting list will be called in for a tryout. Individuals interested in joining the club can contact the Membership Secretary for more details and information on how to apply.
The club operates on a volunteer basis, with all teachers and organisers dedicating their time and efforts to ensure the smooth running of the club's activities. Streatham Swimming Club values the contributions of its volunteers and encourages more individuals to participate in various roles. Opportunities to train as swimming officials, including gala judges and timekeepers, are available, with the club covering the course fees. Additionally, volunteer positions on the committee, organising the annual presentation evening, and registering swimmers at training sessions are open for interested individuals.
Those interested can contact any member of the committee for further details.
Regular training sessions are held throughout the week, with Tuesday sessions taking place at Streatham, Wednesday sessions at St Joseph's, Friday sessions at Streatham, and Sunday sessions again at St Joseph's. The scheduled sessions cater to different levels of swimmers, including competitive squads and teaching squads.
The club also emphasises the importance of keeping members informed about upcoming events and activities. The website provides a dynamic events calendar that showcases important dates such as holiday breaks in training sessions, club open events, time trials, galas, and social events. The calendar ensures that members can plan and participate in various events effectively.
Streatham Swimming Club partakes in swimming competitions at Streatham and Beckenham Spa. The club trains at Streatham and St Joseph's pool and competes in the Pentagon League at Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre and the Octopus Sprint League at Beckenham Spa.
Detailed information about the training venues and their corresponding addresses, contact numbers, and transportation options is provided to ensure ease of access for club members. The club trains at Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre, located on Streatham High Road, SW16 6HX. St Joseph's College, situated on Beulah Hill, SE19 3HL, is the other training venue. Beckenham Spa, located on Beckenham Road, BR3 4PF, serves as a competition venue.
To facilitate smooth communication between the club and its members, a members' area is available on the website. The members' area provides access to personal accounts, including password retrieval options. The website also contains information about the national plan for swimming, directing interested individuals to the British Swimming website.
Streatham Swimming Club is committed to ensuring the privacy and confidentiality of its members. The club's Privacy Policy outlines the measures taken to safeguard personal information and data.
Overall, Streatham Swimming Club is a vibrant and inclusive community that aims to nurture young swimmers and help them achieve their swimming goals. The club's dedicated volunteers, range of training sessions, and participation in competitions make it an ideal choice for swimmers in London.