Blogs & Stories
Real life experiences, reflections and inspirational
swimming adventures from our members
Every swimmer has a story.
Some begin with a nervous first dip, others with a friend’s encouragement, and some just take the plunge!
What we share here isn’t polished marketing or perfect technique — it’s the real stuff. The moments that made us laugh, the challenges that shaped us, and the small wins that remind us why we keep showing up.
This space gathers those experiences, maybe recognise some of your own and maybe feel a little less alone the next time you step into the water.
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Simply Swim Renew Their Support of the Swim Buddy Network
Good News for Swim Buddies! I’m really pleased to share a bit of good news with everyone. SimplySwim — one […]
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I’m an STA Level 2 Open Water Swim Coach!
Three days of learning, laughter and rescue practice — and I’m now a qualified STA Level 2 Open Water Swim Coach. […]
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New Skills, New Adventures: Powerboat Level 2 Achieved
Two days on the water, a few rescue drills, and not a single sunk boat – I’ll take that as […]
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Why do I swim ?
Todays guest post is from Chris Habbishow – Swim Buddy Network Member When people have told you ‘you can’t do […]
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Swim Buddy Network invades Scotland
We came….we saw….we swam…we laughed and we had a drink (or two) along the way! It was an absolutely amazing […]
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Happy Birthday Swim Buddy Network
WOW !!!! On 17th February 2020 the Swim Buddy Network celebrated its first birthday If you’d told me this time […]
