Our member BADU, in partnership with Playmaker, is hosting a Swimathon – and you can contribute!
The BADU Swimathon initiative aims to address disparities in swimming ability and water safety among traditionally underserved communities, particularly focusing on residents in East London, many of whom are Black or Black British. With statistics indicating significant gaps in swimming proficiency, especially among minority children, BADU’s provision of swimming lessons to 29 residents represents a crucial step in bridging this divide.
Participants will complete a five week training programme including water safety to then participate in a final event. Participants will complete a challenge where they will pick any distance between 400m and 1.5k to swim (at their own pace).
Training has started! Find your time and location:
Taking place every…
- Thursday at Britannia Leisure Centre from 8.30-9.30pm for 18+ non swimmers and beginners
- Friday at Kings Hall Leisure Centre from 7.15-8.15pm for ages 16+ beginners
- Friday at Kings Hall Leisure Centre from 8.15-9.15pm for 18+ intermediate
- Thursday at Britannia Leisure Centre from 7.30-8.30pm for 18+ advanced
What to know: This project is completely free of charge and there are no age restrictions for this event. You also don’t need to have had swimming lessons before to take part. There will be a minimum of two qualified coaches present per session.
