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SUMMARY:Swim England Safeguarding in Aquatics (Online Classroom) - Fully booked
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nThis CPD will be delivered online as a webinar. \nA webinar is an interactive online seminar that is led by the tutor and allows participants in different locations to be guided through the course content\, hear the presenter\, ask questions\, and be involved in group discussions. \nAll our webinars are hosted on Zoom. \nThis workshop will raise your awareness of signs of abuse and give you the tools and confidence you need to deal with any issues sensitively\, appropriately\, and effectively should the need ever arise. \nWho is the course designed for? \nAnyone working with children both in a swimming teaching and coaching environment. \nCompleting this course will support your club Swim England’s Stronger Affiliation process. \nCourse content \nSwim England’s Safeguarding CPD is bespoke and reflects the needs of a pool environment. The course will help you to understand: \n\nWhat child safeguarding and child protection means\nKey government legislation in relation to safeguarding and protecting children\nSwim England’s safeguarding policies and procedures\nThe types\, signs\, and symptoms of child abuse\nHow to respond to possible signs of child abuse and take appropriate action if concerns arise.\n\n\nPrerequisites\nMust be a member of Swim England to be able to attend. \nYou must be at least 16 years of age at the start of the course. \nCost: £20.00 (non-refundable). \nIf for any reason the course has to be cancelled by the Regional Office then a refund or alternative course will be offered. \nSENW Terms and Conditions \nClosing Date: 9am\, Monday 9th November 2026 \nSwim England North West Limited uses Zoom Communications Inc to provide video conferencing technology to deliver this service\, the session may be recorded for training and quality purposes.
URL:https://swimnorthwest.org/event-course/swim-england-safeguarding-in-aquatics-online-classroom-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Coaching/Teaching CPDs,Courses,Volunteer Courses,Volunteer Training Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261111T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261111T210000
DTSTAMP:20261109T112838Z
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SUMMARY:Swim England Safeguarding in Aquatics (Online Classroom) - Fully booked
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nThis CPD will be delivered online as a webinar. \nA webinar is an interactive online seminar that is led by the tutor and allows participants in different locations to be guided through the course content\, hear the presenter\, ask questions\, and be involved in group discussions. \nAll our webinars are hosted on Zoom. \nThis workshop will raise your awareness of signs of abuse and give you the tools and confidence you need to deal with any issues sensitively\, appropriately\, and effectively should the need ever arise. \nWho is the course designed for? \nAnyone working with children both in a swimming teaching and coaching environment. \nCompleting this course will support your club Swim England’s Stronger Affiliation process. \nCourse content \nSwim England’s Safeguarding CPD is bespoke and reflects the needs of a pool environment. The course will help you to understand: \n\nWhat child safeguarding and child protection means\nKey government legislation in relation to safeguarding and protecting children\nSwim England’s safeguarding policies and procedures\nThe types\, signs\, and symptoms of child abuse\nHow to respond to possible signs of child abuse and take appropriate action if concerns arise.\n\n\nPrerequisites\nMust be a member of Swim England to be able to attend. \nYou must be at least 16 years of age at the start of the course. \nCost: £20.00 (non-refundable). \nIf for any reason the course has to be cancelled by the Regional Office then a refund or alternative course will be offered. \nSENW Terms and Conditions \nClosing Date: 9am\, Tuesday 10th November 2026 \nSwim England North West Limited uses Zoom Communications Inc to provide video conferencing technology to deliver this service\, the session may be recorded for training and quality purposes.
URL:https://swimnorthwest.org/event-course/swim-england-safeguarding-in-aquatics-online-classroom-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Coaching/Teaching CPDs,Courses,Volunteer Courses,Volunteer Training Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261115T111500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270613T161500
DTSTAMP:20261105T094604Z
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SUMMARY:SENW Disability Swimming Development Programme
DESCRIPTION:  \n🌟 New Disability Swimming Development Programme – Bookings Now Open! 🌟\nSwim England North West\, in partnership with The University of Greater Manchester (Bolton Campus)\, is thrilled to launch a brand‑new block of three Disability Swimming Development Sessions\, and registration is now live! \nThese sessions have been created to offer athletes with intellectual or physical disabilities a high‑quality\, inspiring\, and supportive training experience that will help them grow in confidence\, develop their skills\, and progress on their aquatic journey. \n📅 Session Dates\nRegistration for all sessions is at Bolton One\, between 11.15am – 11.30am\, with the actual sessions running from 11.30am – 4.00pm on the following dates: \n\nSunday 15th November 2026\nSunday 21st February 2027\nSunday 13th June 2027\n\n📍 Venue: Bolton One & The University of Greater Manchester\, Bolton Campus One Moor Lane\, Bolton\, BL3 5BN \n\n💧 What Makes These Sessions Special?\n🏊‍♂️ Expert Coaching\nPool sessions will be delivered by fully qualified\, highly experienced coaches from across the Region\, including Phil Balcombe\, former development coach to Paralympic Gold Medallist and S14 100m Butterfly World Record Holder Poppy Maskill. \nWe are also hoping to welcome a well‑known para swimmer to at least one of the sessions to share their journey and inspire our athletes. Discussions are ongoing\, and details will be announced once confirmed. \n\n🏊 Pool Session Themes\nEach session focuses on a key development area: \n\nNovember: General Stroke Development\nFebruary: Freestyle & Backstroke Turns (with adaptations)\nJune: Starts & Breaststroke\n\n\n🎓 Education Workshops\nAthletes and coaches\, will also benefit from classroom‑based workshops delivered by University Tutors and Masters/Degree Students\, covering topics including: \n\nSports Psychology & Race Visualisation\nInjury Prevention & Recovery\nNutrition & Female Athletes\n\n\n💪 Dry Land Training\nAlongside individually tailored dry‑land work\, group sessions will include: \n\nPosture & Outcome Measures\nExercise Level 1\nExercise Level 2\n\n\nℹ️ Additional Information Session\nPhil will also be delivering a dedicated session on: \nThe Classification Process Helping parents and coaches understand timelines\, requirements\, and providing time for any questions. \n\n🌈 Who Should Attend?\nWe warmly encourage athletes with intellectual or physical disabilities who want to train alongside others with similar needs to join this exciting new programme.  Athletes can be either classified\, unclassified or have an impairment which they wish to explore possible classification options. \n👥 Coaches\nCoaches are invited to volunteer and gain hands‑on experience in adapting sessions for athletes with a wide range of abilities. To keep poolside safe and organised\, coaches will be asked to confirm which dates they can attend so a rota can be created. Coaches must hold an in‑date DBS and Safeguarding qualification and be current Swim England Members with coaching qualifications. \n👪 Parents & Carers\nParents and carers are welcome to attend the classroom sessions to deepen their understanding and ask questions. They are also able to watch from the spectators’ gallery while their athletes train\, providing a great opportunity to connect with other parents in similar situations. \n\n🔔 Important Information\n\nAthletes must be current Swim England ‘Club Train’ or ‘Club Compete’ members.\nAthletes must complete a Health Declaration Form before attending their first session (sent after booking).\nAthletes with visual impairments must provide their own tappers and\, where possible\, someone to tap for them.\nSessions must be booked as one complete block.\n\nAthletes are required to bring: \n\nPull buoys and fins for the Freestyle & Backstroke Turns session.\nLunch for each session\n\nPlease ensure you: \n\nHave read the Swim England North West Terms & Conditions prior to booking.\nAre fully aware of the Swim England Code of Conduct and agree to abide by these at all times.\n\n\n📧 Coaches – Register Your Availability\nPlease email clubdevelopment@swimnorthwest.org with: \n\nYour Name\nClub Name\nSwim England Membership Number\nDate/s you are available to attend\n\n\n🌟 Spread the Word!\nThis is a brand‑new\, exciting opportunity for athletes with either an intellectual or physical impairment\, their coaches\, and families from across the Region and we want as many people as possible to benefit. \nPlease share this information with your club members\, networks\, and anyone who may be interested.  Spaces are limited so don’t leave it too long! \nDeadline for booking:  9am on Monday 9th November 2026 \n 
URL:https://swimnorthwest.org/event-course/senw-disability-swimming-development-programme/
LOCATION:Bolton One
CATEGORIES:Athlete Training Sessions,Coaches Events,Coaching/Teaching CPDs,Events,Filter,Para Swimming Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Swim England North West":MAILTO:swimnorthwest@swimming.org
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261115T191500
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UID:10003043-1794757500-1794770100@swimnorthwest.org
SUMMARY:SENW Artistic Swimming Grade Day - November 2026
DESCRIPTION:Swim England North West Artistic Swimming Management Group are pleased to advise that the next Swim England Figure 3 & 4 and Combined 5 Grade Assessment Day will be taking place \nOn Sunday 15th November 2026 \nAt Irlam & Cadishead Leisure Centre\, Liverpool Rd\, Irlam\, M44 6AJ \nImportant information: \n\nClosing Date for applications: Monday 2nd November 2026 (Midnight)\nAssessment Day Time:  3.45pm to 7.15pm\nRegistration:  3.45pm\nLand Assessment:  4.15pm\nPool Assessment:  4.45pm
URL:https://swimnorthwest.org/event-course/senw-artistic-swimming-grade-day-november-2026/
LOCATION:Irlam and Cadishead Leisure Centre\, 243 Liverpool Road\, Irlam\, Manchester\, M44 6BR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events,Filter,Regional and National Competitions,Synchronised Swimming Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Swim England North West":MAILTO:swimnorthwest@swimming.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261119T180000
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SUMMARY:SENW Team Manager 1 (Online) - Fully booked
DESCRIPTION:The Team Manager 1 Course is aimed at those who are starting out on their volunteering journey and focuses on single-day competitions or camps where there is no overnight stay. \nIt covers all aquatic disciplines and will be delivered via Zoom. \nParticipants will be guided through the course content\, be able to ask questions\, and get involved with the group discussions. \nThe course covers: \n\nEssential elements of team management from pre to post-event duties\nRelaying information in a concise manner and make quick decisions based upon the best interests of individuals and teams\nHow Swim England’s safeguarding policy and procedures work in a team management context\nManaging athletes during competitions including promoting positive behavior at the venue\nHow to support coaches\, athletes\, and parents\nAnd how to identify hazards and risk factors that have the potential to cause harm to athletes – and the risk assessment requirements associated with the role.\n\nAttendees must be a \n\nmember of the ASA to attend this course.\nbe over 18 years of age\n\nTo make sure there is a wide variation of experiences in the discussions there will be a maximum of 5 members from each club allowed to attend the course\, please check with your club before booking your place. \nIf for any reason the course has to be cancelled by the Regional Office then a refund or alternative course will be offered. \nSENW Terms and Conditions \nClosing Date: 9am\, Wednesday 18th November 2026 \nSwim England North West Limited uses Zoom Communications Inc to provide video conferencing technology to deliver this service\, the session may be recorded for training and quality purposes.
URL:https://swimnorthwest.org/event-course/senw-team-manager-1-online-24/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Coaching/Teaching CPDs,Courses,Volunteer Courses,Volunteer Training Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261126T180000
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DTSTAMP:20261109T120823Z
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UID:10003053-1795716000-1795726800@swimnorthwest.org
SUMMARY:SE Welfare Officer Training (Time to Listen) online
DESCRIPTION:The Swim England Welfare Officer Training (Time to Listen) course is designed for Club Welfare Officers (or Assistant Welfare Officers\, where space permits) who are aged 18 or over. \nEligibility\n\n\nAttendees must have completed a Swim England Safeguarding Course within the last three years. \n\n\nAttendees must be current members of Swim England. \n\n\nMinimum age for participation: 18 years. \n\n\nCourse Details\n\n\nDuration: 3 hours (with breaks provided throughout) \n\n\nDelivery: Online classroom via Zoom \n\n\nTechnical Requirements\nTo access the online classroom\, you will need: \n\n\nA headset or a device with speakers \n\n\nA microphone (or device with built-in microphone) \n\n\nCost and Refund Policy\n\n\nCourse fee: £20.00 \n\n\nRefunds: No refunds will be issued for non-attendance or cancellations made within 7 days of the course start date.(Please refer to the full Terms and Conditions for details.) \n\n\nIf the course is cancelled by the Regional Office\, a refund or alternative course will be offered. \n\n\nAdditional Information\n\n\nClosing Date for bookings: 9:00am\, Monday 23rd November 2026 \n\n\nProvider: Swim England North West Limited uses Zoom Communications Inc. to deliver this course. \n\n\nSessions may be recorded for training and quality assurance purposes
URL:https://swimnorthwest.org/event-course/se-welfare-officer-training-time-to-listen-online-13/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Coaching/Teaching CPDs,Courses,Volunteer Courses,Volunteer Training Courses
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