The 2019 Annual Report is now available to download. It summarises the great achievements of the region over the past year, and the fantastic work which has provided our members with outstanding development opportunities and competitions.
Jo Stalley
East Region seeking Nominations for ACM
In preperation for elections at the forthcoming ACM (14 September, Freckenham Village Hall), we are seeking nominations for multiple posts. If you would like to stand for election to one, or more, of these posts, please read the role description, complete a nomination form and submit it by 23rd August 2019 to [email protected].
Swim England Senior Swiming Coach- Applications Open
This annual programme is now open for applications. It is designed for Level 2 Swimming Coaches leading a squad of swimmers throughout their programme and working with those competing at regional level or above. As a senior coach, you will be able to lead a coaching team and manage resources to support all areas of a swimming club or squad programme. For more information, check out the Institute of Swimming website.
Regional Awards 2019 Available for Nominations
Every year we recognise the contribution of our members who are integral to the running of all the aquatic sports. Details of the awards now open for nominations can be found on the Regional Awards page including historical Swim England East Region Awards and awards in partnership with Swim England. All nominations will close on 31st July 2019.
Pre Nationals Information Pack for Parents and Athletes
Following on from last year, the region have put together another pack for anyone attending the British or English summer meets. The information is only there as a guide, but based on a large amount of feedback from parents so far, we believe it will be of use. If you have any questions that are not covered in the pack, please contact the regional swimming talent officer via [email protected]
National Volunteers Week 2019
Swim England East Region is celebrating National Volunteers Week from the 1- 7 June. It is a UK wide campaign now in its 35th year. During the week we will aim to recognise, celebrate and thank volunteers and the region would like to encourage people across the region to do the same.
Please help by using the hashtag #VolunteersWeek and tag @Sw_EngVolunteer when tweeting about our amazing volunteers around the region.
Para-Swimmers Selected for GB Squad
The squad for the Para-Swimming World Championships being held in London from 9th-15th September 2019 has been announced by British Swimming and includes four swimmers from the East Region. Congratulations to:
Jessica-Jane Applegate (Co Norwich)
Jordan Catchpole (Co Norwich)
Louise Fiddes (Hatfield)
Ellie Challis (Colchester Phoenix)
All four swimmers had great success recently in Glasgow at the World Series where Ellie Challis claimed 3 British Records, 1 European Record and one World Record!
Swimming Development Event Open for Bookings
On 29th May 2019 the region will be running a swimming development event at Anglia Ruskin University for coaches, swimmers and parents. The day will feature a range of guest speakers, both from swimming and other sports, who will cover a variety of interesting topics. Full details can be found here:
Coaches – Swimming Development Conference (9.30am – 2pm)
Swimmers and parents – Pre-Nationals Day (8.30am – 3pm)
Bookings close on 15th May 2019.
East Representation in Men’s U19 Water Polo GB Squad
The squad for the GB men’s U19 water polo team has been announced, including six players from the East. The lead coach for the squad, Dean Walker (Chelmsford), is also from the East Region. The squad is working towards qualifiers for the European Championships in 2020. For more information, including a full squad list, visit the Swim England Water Polo Hub.
Regional Plan 2019-20
The Regional Management Board has approved the regional plan for 2019-20. The plan contains details of all intended activities for all disciplines and can be viewed in full on our What we do page. Any questions regarding the plan should be sent to [email protected].
Workforce Development Day
On Saturday 27th April, we will be hosting a Workforce Development Day at the Swim England East Region office in Kentford. There will be three workshops for club workforce which will include Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Time to Listen and a combined Team Manager 1 & 2 workshop. Bookings for all workshops close on 22nd April 2019.
Teaching and Coaching Register
Clubs have until 31st March 2019 to submit details for the Swim England Teaching and Coaching Register. All clubs are required to provide details of all of their active coaches and teachers, both paid and volunteers and across all disciplines, via the Online Membership System. Swim England has provided a guide to help clubs and a FAQ sheet.
