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Free resources and special offers on e-learning
The wellbeing of our swimming community is our priority and over the coming weeks, we want to provide free opportunities for you to focus on your self-development. New free online learning Our Introduction to Front Crawl and Backstroke and Introduction to Breaststroke and Butterfly online learning is now free till the end of May. These … […]
Upcoming webinars from the Institute of Swimming and Swim England
The wellbeing of our swimming community is our priority and over the coming weeks, we want to provide opportunities to keep in touch. Here are our upcoming home-based learning and activities for you to get involved with. Swim England ‘Not on the Road Shows’ With us all staying indoors, Swim England have moved their regular … […]
Our courses are changing to support the current operating environment
The outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19) is impacting our society as a whole. Just like you, our current ways of life are changing every day and we are working hard to adapt in the best interests of our staff, our community and everyone who attends our courses. We’re in this together and we are committed as … […]
Institute of Swimming advice and guidance regarding coronavirus (COVID-19)
You will all be aware of the current situation with the outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19). The health and wellbeing of anyone who attends or supports our courses are of paramount importance to everyone at the Institute of Swimming. The Institute of Swimming is currently following the latest guidance from the Government and Public Health England and is … […]
Active Luton successfully integrates BAME communities into aquatic timetabling and workforce
Active Luton has successfully created opportunities for its BAME community, specifically targeting Muslim women and girls to embrace learning to swim and beyond. In partnership with the Institute of Swimming, Active Luton trained 64 female swimming teachers through their Level One and Two Swim England Qualifications (SEQ) last year, with 21 of the newly qualified … […]
Judge 1 online learning launched to help improve recruitment of technical officials
A new online course to help improve the recruitment of pool Judge 1 technical officials has been officially launched. Candidates taking the Swimming Technical Officials – Judge 1 Theory will be able to understand the roles of timekeeper, chief timekeeper, inspector of turns and chief inspector of turns. They will also be introduced to the … […]
Applications open for our Pool Plant Tutor Training Programme
Our tutors form an integral part of our pool plant programme and allow us to deliver engaging and motivating courses, filled with plenty of technical knowledge. This ensures our customers receive a quality experience and are equipped to continue their learning at work through site-specific training and development. This year we are recruiting to add … […]
Fin2Fit CPD gains CIMSPA Accreditation
The Institute of Swimming’s partnership delivering Fin2Fit’s Mono-Fin CPD training has gone from strength to strength with the CPD gaining accreditation from CIMSPA. Swimming teachers who have gained their Fin2Fit CPD are able to deliver Mono-Fin Mermaid and Shark lessons and parties, as a new and exciting approach to keep children interested in swimming. Natalie … […]
Institute of Swimming signs unique aquatic career pathway partnership with Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield Hallam University (SHU) has signed a three-year partnership with the Institute of Swimming to help in its mission to become the world’s leading applied university. The partnership will see the Institute of Swimming enhancing SHU academic programmes through the implementation of Swim England products. The Institute of Swimming will provide SHU Sports Coaching degree … […]
2020 SEQ Coaching Open Water Swimming courses launched!
Our 2020 SEQ Level 2 Coaching Open Water Swimming courses are now open for bookings! These fantastic courses are perfect for swimming teachers and swimming/triathlon coaches who want to specialise in Open Water Coaching. For 2020 we have a special edition course at the stunning National Trust’s Fell Foot Park at Lake Windermere. Launched earlier … […]
Institute of Swimming trains activators to lead Disney-inspired family fun swimming sessions
Disney-inspired fun swim sessions will take on a new theme this winter, as the Institute of Swimming trains activators to lead Frozen 2 sessions. Training is currently underway with the sessions due to commence in February 2020. Since launching the Swim England and Disney partnership in June this year, the Institute of Swimming has trained … […]
Black Friday savings: All our online teaching swimming CPDs are £15 and under!
This Black Friday we are celebrating with two weeks of savings. Book your online CPD now and you can access it at any time. Here are our top offers: Teaching School Swimming and Water Safety – Save £10 Adult Swimming – Save £10 Introduction to Breaststroke and Butterfly – Save £10 Introduction to Front Crawl … […]