About

The Swimming Club is one of the largest sports clubs at the University – we had nearly 140 members last year! We pride ourselves on being welcoming and inclusive to students of all backgrounds and abilities. As such, the club is made up of two parts; the Competitive Squad and the Recreational Squad.

What’s the standard like?
Most people involved in the competitive team have been involved in competitive swimming previously, often at the Regional level or higher. Anyone who can swim is welcome to trial, though we do not have the facilities to teach, and if you are not selected for competitions don’t worry there are various opportunities throughout the year. 

We compete throughout the year, last year we came 11th at BUCS Nationals in February. Our BUCS team compete at both Short and Long Course competitions. We also compete in BUSL (British University Swimming League), where we made it to the B Final last year.

As well as training, we are also a very welcoming and sociable community! We often organise many different activities for members to get involved in, along with our weekly socials on a Wednesday evening. If you are looking to make some friends and enjoy swimming, we would love to meet you!

Get in touch with us via the contacts below if you have any questions! We are always looking to welcome new members!!!

Sporticipate Sessions

Our recreational sport offer is entitled Sporticipate, and is the entry level programme for all students and staff at The University of Manchester.

All sessions, programmes and events are open to all abilities, specifically people who are new to the activity or complete beginners. All sessions provide equipment and the sessions are facilitated by the UoM Sport Workforce.

Sportcipate runs a full weekly drop in timetable, structured blocks of ‘Learn To’ coached sessions and regular large scale events. All are either free or at very low cost, which helps you stay fit and active during your time on campus.