City Of Coventry Swimming Club

read moreThe Coventry programme was the first scheme in Britain to employ a full time Director of Coaching. The first appointment was Hamilton Bland, who was the Great Britain Olympic Coach. The current Head Coach is Adam Ruckwood and Jo Deakins is the Club Programme Manager. The scheme has produced numerous successes at National and International level and continues to do so today. The scheme is a self-financing structure, receiving no direct monetary support from the City Council or other agencies. We do however, enjoy a close and positive relationship with the Local Authority & CV Life.

read moreAll bookings are on a first come first served basis and will be confirmed once payment is received in full. Please read our Terms & Conditions. Any queries please contact Paul Wilson on paul.wilson@coventry-swimming.org.uk.

read moreAs a club we would like to offer a body screening process for our swimmers to help in their development as swimmers. Body Screening is a process whereby a swimmer is assessed for any skeletal imbalances which could then prevent any long term injuries and ultimately time out of training and competition. Screening can also highlight any imbalances which can be rectified for life. We have Bev Randle-bissell (parent to Jacob & Bronte) who has kindly donated her time to provide this service. Bev is a children's physio specialising in paediatrics at the Cov & Warwick hospital and works in a musculoskeletal outpatient environment.

read moreCorrect fluids to take are water, preferably with cordial or juice added. The low calorie varieties are better as these will hydrate the body faster than the sugar varieties. Small sips, but loads of them, during training are the best way to keep hydrated. If you are thirsty - you are already dehydrated! Diet drinks are better to be consumed after training sessions to help with the hydration. Full fat drinks provide more sugars to the body but also dehydrate it at the same time therefore these are better to have during training sessions as it will provide sugars and glycogen to the body.

read moreWe are a private swimming club run by the membership for the membership and everyone who wants to Swim or play Water Polo for City of Coventry Swimming Club has to become a member of the Club. If you are interested in joining the club we have different sections of which further details for each can be found under sub headings on the top of the website. We are also partnered with Warwick University Swim School, more information can be found here.

read moreDevelopment Galas are used as part of the criteria for swimmers moving between certain squads within the club. All Achiever squads from Reception Achievers 1 & 2, Red, Blue & Green Achievers plus High Achievers 1, 2 & 3. Entry to the gala is free. Dates are November 12th 2017, March 4th 2018 and June 24th 2017. All Development Galas are held the University of Warwick Sports Centre at 2.30-5.45pm. If you need help in deciding which events you should enter please consult your coach for advice. Please note to make best use of the time available events will be based on entry times and not separated into age groups.

read moreThe City of Coventry swimming programme has placed swimmers on Major Games team since 1988. Coventry is one of the top swimming programmes in the country, especially in University Swimming, and this has enabled an established group of swimmers to work towards their goals in the best possible environment. We are also the West Midlands Region Beacon Programme. The Elite Squad utilises the city centre Olympic sized 50 metres pool and the University of Warwick 25 meters pool. The scheme is headed by Adam Ruckwood and the supporting staff include; Swimming Scholarship Mentor and Scholarship Staff from Coventry University as physiotherapists & other specialist strength coaches & Sports Science support staff.