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About Swimfit

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Welcome to the ASA programme British Gas Swimfit. In this section find out how it can benefit you, why five-time Olympian Mark Foster supports Swimfit, why British Gas are involved, and why swimming needs to become a permanent fixture in your life.

About Swimfit

Developed by swimming experts at the ASA, Swimfit, powered by British Gas, is your FREE online and pool-side club that provides you with a gym style work-out programme for the pool.

British Gas Swimfit engages you in swimming based on your motivation for working-out, whether you are seeking to maintain your health, shape up and tone your body, reach your peak fitness level or compete at swimming competitions.

Firstly there are the pool-side structured sessions. View the video below to find out more about these from five-times Olympian and Swimfit ambassador Mark Foster.

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Secondly, there is your online coach MySwimfit and the all the great supporting content on the website.

  • Access the expertise at the ASA through our online coaching programme MySwimfit. Whatever your motivation for swimming let MySwimfit guide you to your goals. And don't worry if you are not sure which route to take, because MySwimfit will help you make the right decision.
  • MySwimfit also delivers a range of personal challenges for you to set and track. The choice is yours. Prepare for your open water swim in the comfort of your local pool, or swim the Thames without having to brave the elements.
  • Supporting MySwimfit is targeted advice and guidance, both written and in video, based on your motivation for swimming. Simply click on the links to the left.
  • Have you checked out our Calorie Cruncher in Shape Up and Tone? Find out how many calories you can burn swimming and compare the results with the same amount of time running, walking or cycling.

  • Head to Training Camp for tips and guides on a range of swimming issues including health, nutrition, technique, open water and equipment.
  • Ask an Expert delivers the expertise of the ASA directly to your e-mailbox. Ask them your swimming queries. Also try our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
  • Share your experiences and gain the support of other Swimfitters with our Facebook Fan Page.
  • Access our monthly newsletter keeping you up to date on eveything new in the world of Swimfit together with advice and news. And don't forget to follow the British Gas Swimfit Twitter feed.

So, start your own journey towards becoming the swimmer you want to be. Ask your local pool about Swimfit and sign up to MySwimfit to discover a new you through swimming.

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Swimming.org is home to everything you need to know about swimming. If you are a parent, a non swimmer or just want to improve your technique this is the section for you.

In British Swimming you will find information about the world of high performance sport, including the disciplines of Swimming, Diving, Synchronised Swimming, Water Polo and Disability Swimming.

The ASA is the governing body for the sport in England. In this section you will find all you need to know about joining a club or competing in England and becoming a swimming teacher or coach.

The IoS delivers the ASA’s courses and is a member organisation. Whether you are a teacher, coach, employer or club you will find everything you need to know about qualifications or educating your workforce.

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