Swim Coniston is the second of our Lake end to end swims, surrounded by stunning scenery, steeped in history and swashbuckling adventures. The swim is approximately 5 miles and you’ll be supported all the way by our fantastic support team. We run these events as challenges with 6 swimmers of equal ability in each pod. Click here… Read more →
Our 2023 Lake end to end swims are starting off with a beautiful swim in Bala this June. At just over 3 miles it’s a good starter distance for an open water event swim, although don’t be fooled into thinking it’s easy. Bala can be quite a challenge, which makes finishing this swim even more special. We… Read more →
Inspired by the team challenge from our friends at Swim Trek last month ( which we loved ) we will be running a team distance challenge in January So what do you need to do? Create a team of up to six swimmers Pick a team name ( good luck ) Record your combined weekly team… Read more →
A very big thank you to everyone that has swum and supported us in 2022, we’ve loved every minute of it and hope you have too, see you in 2023. Read more →
This years event has been dominated by some incredible swimming from our younger swimmers with the lead team of Lucas, Ava and Paige from Armthorpe Kingfishers coming in at 2hrs 45mins, followed closely by solo swimmer Sam Buckley (14). Sam’s lane ( a proper family affair ) also had Molly and Sophie (11) sharing their 10k and also finishing in… Read more →
Today saw three new ice miles (subject to ratification) being completed at Hatfield, unbeknown to us and only coming to light in the recovery room all three swimmers had also previously completed an Iron Man making them eligible to join the even more elite group of IronIce swimmers. Ian Wright started off this mornings fun with a… Read more →
When your young people get home from school this afternoon please speak to them and warn them of the dangers of frozen lakes / water. it could be a conversation that saves their life. Our deepest sympathy to all of the families and friends of the three young children who have sadly lost their lives. In addition if… Read more →
A huge thank you to everyone that joined us for the SYS 2022 Christmas party last night, Lee Vallet, Tim & Caroline your participation in the 12 days of Christmas has fallen into party legend, almost rivalling Izzy! See you next year for a four part harmony. A special thank you to Tracy’s… Read more →
We’ve had a week of great news at SYS, firstly Lucy Farrar (15) who completed a team relay swim of Windermere earlier this year has been selected as a Girl Guide advocate representing the organisation at state events and talking to MP’s about issues which affect young girls and women. You can read Lucy’s story in full here . … Read more →
Pool sessions at Aston, Armthorpe and Chesterfield are now open for booking for the December sessions, simply head over to our wix spaces app using the invite code P8XMCA if you’re not already registered, complete the online membership form and book on. Everyone welcome, these swim sessions are suitable for all levels of ability. See you in the… Read more →
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