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SUMMARY:SENW Young Volunteer Award (Online) - Fully booked
DESCRIPTION:The Swim England North West (SENW) Young Volunteer Award (YVA) is designed to provide young people\, between the ages of 14 and 17 the opportunity to develop the necessary knowledge\, skills and experience to prepare them as Volunteers within Aquatic Sport.  The Award has been designed to suit young people from any Aquatic Discipline\, (Swimming\, Water Polo\, Artistic Swimming and Diving). \nYoung Volunteers (YV) must be available to attend the following 2 sessions which will take place on – Monday 2nd November 2026\, 5.30pm-8.30pm and Monday 9th November 2026\, 5.30pm-8.30pm\, and will then have 12 months from the 2nd Zoom session to complete the course (the Award must also be completed prior to the YV’s 18th Birthday). Failure to attend either of the workshops (or both)\, will result in the Young Volunteer being unable to complete their Award. \nThe Award aims to: \n\nProvide young individuals with an overview of the different volunteering pathways; coaching/teaching\, events and officiating\nProvide information about the different roles which volunteers undertake to continue the development of aquatic sports\nSupport and develop transferable skills\, which can be used to enhance education and future job applications\nProvide young individuals with volunteering experience which can be evidenced and utilised in conjunction with The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.\n\nThe YVA is comprised of a number of workshops and modules: \n\nPre Course Knowledge and Introduction into Swim England and Swim England North West.\nOnline Workshops (over 2 sessions via Zoom)\nShadowing Evidence – submitted on Google Classrooms\nVariety of Online Activities\, Modules and CPDs – all submitted on Google Classrooms\nOfficiating Qualification (potential additional cost may be incurred but upon FULL completion of the Qualification\, the YV’s can apply for a full reimbursement)\nPost Course Feedback\n\nSENW have been approved by The DofE as a ‘(DofE) Centre’ which means that as an organisation we are able to offer the Volunteering\, Physical and Skills sections of the DofE Awards.  Any person wishing to complete their DofE Award through ourselves will be required to find another ‘(DofE) Centre’ that can offer the Expedition Section of their Award. \nMany students are fortunate enough to be able to take part in The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award through their Secondary School\, however others may not be in such a fortunate position.  Please contact SENW Regional Office for further information about completing your DofE through ourselves (please note this is only available to anyone completing their Young Volunteer Award through SENW) clubdevelopment@swimnorthwest.org \nCriteria: \n\nYoung Volunteers must be a minimum of 14 years of age on the date of the first Zoom session.\nIndividuals must have completed the award before their 18th birthday.\n\nCourse requirements are: \n\nYoung Volunteers MUST be available for both of the online workshops and attend them in full.\nAll work must be completed within 12 months of the 2nd Workshop Date (i.e. 27th April 2027)\nYoung Volunteers MUST inform their club they are taking part in the YVA prior to registering\nParent/Guardian AND Child email addresses must be provided in order to ensure course information is received and actioned where required (parent/guardians will be included in all email correspondence)\n\nThe award will utilise Google Classroom – please ensure your email is linked to a Google Account to access this.\n \nAnyone wishing to complete their Young Volunteer Award must ensure their club is aware before registering\, this is to ensure sure they are able to support the athletes through the 12 months. \n  \nDates for the Online Zoom Workshops \n\nMonday 2nd November 2026: (17:30-20:30 approx)\nMonday 9th November 2026: (17:30-20:30 approx)\n\n  \nImportant Information: \nParent/Athlete Guidance Document \nCode of Conduct \nSENW Terms and Conditions \n  \nBy signing up to this Young Volunteer Award\, parents are giving consent for their child to be on zoom sessions and also provide evidence via Google Classrooms. \nTo secure your place on the online workshops\, please complete the information required below and make payment. \nThe closing date for this event will be 9am Thursday 28th October 2026\, or once the course is full. \n  \nExpression of Interest for future courses – please complete the following form:  CLICK HERE
URL:https://swimnorthwest.org/event-course/senw-young-volunteer-award-online-29/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Athlete Training Sessions,Courses,Filter,Volunteer Courses,Volunteer Training Courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swim England North West":MAILTO:swimnorthwest@swimming.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261115T111500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270613T161500
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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 Friday 6th 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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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:20261212T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261212T160000
DTSTAMP:20260828T125520Z
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SUMMARY:Artistic Swimming Judge Level 1 - Part 2 (Face to Face)
DESCRIPTION:Swim England North West Artistic Swimming Management Group are pleased to announce we are running a Judge 1 course during October/December 2026. \nThe Judge 1 course is split into two sections (online and face to face)\, this is the ‘FACE TO FACE\, Part 2’ of the course – to complete the full qualification both parts must be completed. \nThe course involves two modules; Figures and Routines with candidates gaining experience and knowledge between the two. Prior to taking the first module candidates must complete the Introduction to Judging Artistic Swimming Course \nCandidates must be 16 years old to take the Judge 1 course. Once qualified they will be able to judge at level 1 and 2 competitions. \nCourse content will include: \n\nUse of marking scales\nDevelop understanding of basic movements and positions\nAble to identify Figures in current age groups (12U)\nEthics\nDevelop knowledge and understanding of Free Routines – Combination Routines specifically\nKnowledge of Grade 1 and 2 criteria and assessment criteria.\nAt the end of the course the candidates sit a written and a video exam\n\nThe Face-to-Face Session will take place on Saturday 12th December 2026 at Irlam & Cadishead Leisure Centre (Community Room) from 9am to 1pm. \nDeadline for bookings 9am Thursday 10th December 2026. \nSENW Terms and Conditions
URL:https://swimnorthwest.org/event-course/artistic-swimming-judge-level-1-online-part-2-face-to-face/
LOCATION:Irlam and Cadishead Leisure Centre\, 243 Liverpool Road\, Irlam\, Manchester\, M44 6BR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Athlete Training Sessions,Courses,Filter,Synchronised Swimming Courses,Volunteer Courses,Volunteer Training Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Swim England North West":MAILTO:swimnorthwest@swimming.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270207
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SUMMARY:SENW Regional Artistic Swimming AG Comp & Jun/Sen Champs 2027
DESCRIPTION:Swim England North West Regional Artistic Swimming Management Group are delighted to announce that the 2027 SENW Regional Artistic Age Group Competition and Junior/Senior Championships will be taking place on Saturday 6th February 2027. \nVenue:  Palatine Leisure Centre\, 207 St Annes Rd\, Blackpool FY4 2AP \nEvent Conditions\nWill be avaialble here once published \nCompetition Programme\nWill be available here once available \nStart Time\nTBC \nPoolside Accreditation\nPoolside Accreditation (Coaches/TM’s) will be available to purchase here once available \nSpectator Tickets\nSpectator Tickets are available to purchase online here once available \n 
URL:https://swimnorthwest.org/event-course/senw-regional-artistic-swimming-ag-comp-jun-sen-champs-2027/
LOCATION:Palatine LC\, United Kingdom\, Palatine LC\, United Kingdom\, Palatine LC\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events,Filter,Regional and National Competitions,Synchronised Swimming Events,Volunteers
ORGANIZER;CN="Swim England North West":MAILTO:swimnorthwest@swimming.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270301
DTSTAMP:20261009T170946Z
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UID:10003063-1803686400-1803859199@swimnorthwest.org
SUMMARY:SENW Diving Skills & Age Group National Qualifier 2027
DESCRIPTION:SENW Diving Skills & Age Group National Qualifier Competition 2027\nSwim England North West Diving Management Group are pleased to announce the date for their SENW Diving Skills & Age Group National Qualifier Competition 2027 \nThe competition will take place on: Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th February 2027 \n  \nVenue\nManchester Aquatics Centre \n2 Booth St East \nManchester \nM13 9SS \n  \nTime\nFrom 0900-2000hrs Saturday 27th February 2027 \nFrom 0800-1800hrs Sunday 28th February 2027 \n  \n  \nEvent Entry Pack & Conditions\nSwim England North West Skills & Age Group National Qualifier Event 2027 – Entry Pack & Conditions will be available here shortly.
URL:https://swimnorthwest.org/event-course/senw-diving-skills-age-group-national-qualifier-2027/
LOCATION:Manchester Aquatics Centre\, Manchester Aquatics Centre\, Manchester\, Greater Manchester\, M13 9SS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Diving Events,Events,Filter,Regional and National Competitions,Volunteers
ORGANIZER;CN="Swim England North West":MAILTO:swimnorthwest@swimming.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270613
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SUMMARY:SENW & SENE Multi Regional - Combo Team\, Novice/Non Reg Standard Figs & Routines & Masters Comp 2027
DESCRIPTION:SENW Artistic Swimming Management Group are pleased to announce that their 2027 SENW & SENE Multi Regional Artistic Swimming Combination Team\, Novice/Non-Regional Standard Figures and Routines & Masters Competition will be taking place on the 12th June 2027 at Manchester Aquatics Centre. \n  \nFurther information will be available here shortly.
URL:https://swimnorthwest.org/event-course/senw-sene-multi-regional-combo-team-novice-non-reg-standard-figs-routines-masters-comp-2027/
LOCATION:Manchester Aquatics Centre\, Manchester Aquatics Centre\, Manchester\, Greater Manchester\, M13 9SS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events,Filter,Regional and National Competitions,Synchronised Swimming Events,Volunteers
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