OVERVIEW
Para swimming has only a few adjustments to the standard rules of swimming and includes events in freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly and medleys. Diving or water starts are permitted, and those with visual impairments can be assisted by the use of 'tappers' to make them aware of upcoming turns.
SESSIONS
The majority of swim clubs in Canterbury provide an inclusive environment for Para swimmers to train as part of their squads.
Clubs
There are a variety of clubs available for Para swimmers to join, including:
- Aquagym Swim Club
- Jasi Swim Club
- QEII Swim Club
- Viking Swim Club
- Wharenui Swim Club
- Selwyn Swim Club
- Blenheim Swim Club (Blenheim)
- Nelson South Swim Club (Nelson)
- Tasman Swim Club (Nelson)
For a full list of Swim Clubs click here
In additon, ParaFed Canterbury offer extra coaching sessions for Para Swimmers who already are involved in regular club training.
Para Swimming - Club & Masters Sessions
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| Sunday 11 February | 10am - 12pm | Selwyn Aquatic Centre |
| Sunday 24 March | 10am - 12pm | Selwyn Aquatic Centre |
| Sunday 14 April | 10am - 12pm | Selwyn Aquatic Centre |
| Sunday 19 May | 10am - 12pm | Selwyn Aquatic Centre |
Coach
Felicity Lowen-Smith
EVENTS & COMPETITIONS
Swimming provides opportunities to compete in Swim Club Meets, the Halberg Games, School Championships, New Zealand Age Group Championships, New Zealand Short Course Championships and New Zealand National Championships.
SCWC "Have a Go" Carnival
Sunday 16 June 2024
Taiora QEII Recreation & Sport Centre
More Info
ParaFed Canterbury Swim Meet
Saturday 21 September 2024
Selwyn Aquatic Centre
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