Institute of Swimming
Chloe shares her passion for swimming by training for her ideal student job
Chloe shares her passion for swimming by training for her ideal student job. Chloe is currently studying for her A Levels in Sussex but her passion for swimming goes beyond just a hobby as she has completed her SEQ Level 2 Teaching Swimming teacher qualification. From an early age, Chloe’s parents wanted her to be … […]
A Refreshing Dive into a New Career From Occupational Therapist to Swimming Teacher
A Refreshing Dive into a New Career: From Occupational Therapist to Swimming Teacher Victoria, recently took the plunge into a new career as a swimming teacher. Having been a dedicated club swimmer for the Brighton Dolphins and Brighton Swimming Club and a lifelong enthusiast of the sport, her path took a turn as she decided … […]
Dan Ekema – navigating the depths of pool plant knowledge and education
Pool plant knowledge and education is pivotal to Daniel Ekema’s role as Pool Plant Programme Leader at the Institute of Swimming. We talked to Dan about his career history and his current role: Where it started Dan has worked in and around pools for many years. His time in the industry began with work experience … […]
From Competitive Swimmer to Aspiring Swimming Teacher, here’s Ryan’s impressive journey
Ryan, from East Sussex, has been making waves in the world of swimming. He started his aquatic journey at the young age of six, Ryan’s passion for the water has not only taken him into the ranks of competitive swimmers but has also steered him towards becoming a swimming teacher. Ryan joined Beacon Swimming … […]
Starting out in aquatics, Ben embarks on the Swimming Lesson Helper CPD
Swimming is not just a sport; it’s a life skill that opens up a world of possibilities from a young age. Meet Ben, 15, a member of Beacon Swimming & Lifesaving Club. Eager to contribute to his swimming community, Ben recently completed the Institute of Swimming, Swimming Lesson Helper CPD to help build his confidence … […]
Holly changed careers and retrained for a better work/life balance
Holly, 36, is a recently qualified swimming teacher. She retrained in 2020 after working for the NHS for ten years. Holly says: “After university, I started working for the NHS both in clinical and non-clinical settings, and although I enjoyed aspects of the work, I started to realise that I had never intended to work … […]
A complete guide to your course certificate and awarding organisation
We deliver courses with different awarding organisations depending on the programme to ensure we are collaborating with the leading experts in each field. Our Awarding Bodies and endorsing partners include Swim England Qualifications (SEQ), RLSS UK Qualifications, the Pool Water Treatment Advisory Group (PWTAG), Swim England and CIMSPA. SEQ, ASA, RLSS UK? What do all … […]
Mia has found her ideal student job, teaching swimming
Mia, 17, is a competitive swimmer and diver, currently mid-way through her SEQ Level 2 Teaching Swimming Qualification with the Institute of Swimming, whilst also studying. Here, she explains how she is enjoying her swimming teacher qualifications and how she hopes to use these in her future. “I’ve always loved the water. When I … […]
Former forensic nurse breaks down culture barriers through teaching swimming
Vicki, 53, retrained as a swimming teacher in 2020 after deciding to leave her long-term career as a Forensic Mental Health Nurse for the NHS. The Institute of Swimming has caught up with Vicki to see how she is finding being a swimming teacher after training through the Institute of Swimming Recruitment Academy. … […]
Catherine found swimming shaped her childhood, teens and future
Catherine, 18, has been announced as the Youth Volunteer of the Year at the Swim England National Awards. Catherine, originally from Leighton Buzzard, shares with us her volunteering journey and how her love of swimming has made a profound difference to her life. Catherine says: “Swimming has been such an important and constant in my … […]
Peter teaches swimming as a side hustle to his main career
Peter, 56, from Hastings, is working towards his Level Two Swimming Teacher Qualification. Here he talks about his love of swimming and how he will be using his swimming teaching earnings to support his other freelance income. Peter says: “I’ve always loved to swim. I used to work in an architect’s office and every … […]
Swimming through her Career, Wendy shares her passion
For Wendy, swimming is her life. She has been involved in the sport since she was five years old and now, aged 56, she continues to make an impact in aquatics. Wendy says: “I started swimming with Eastbourne Swimming Club as a child. Fast forward a few decades and I’m still here. I continue to … […]