Blog Archives - Swim Buddy Network

STA Open Water Safety & Rescue – Certificate Renewed

03/04/2026

Hands thawed enough so I can type again! Last weekend was spent back on the STA (Swim Teachers Association) Open […]

23/03/2026

Well, that’s the 2026 Swimathon 5km all done! Considering where things started (hello, wonky wrist), I’m really happy with how

11/03/2026

Something exciting for anyone looking to boost their swimming As we edge closer to warmer weather (if it ever stops

09/03/2026

I didn’t drown or need fishing out, so it’s a win! Getting back in the pool after wrist surgery felt

12/02/2026

Just in time for Valentines Day! I’m ridiculously excited to share that Dippy Swim is joining the Swim Buddy Network

10/02/2026

Attempting 5k with a wrist that may or may not cooperate. After a few years away from Swimathon, I’ve decided

08/05/2023

Three days of learning, laughter and rescue practice — and I’m now a qualified STA Level 2 Open Water Swim Coach.

15/10/2020

Todays guest post is from Chris Habbishow – Swim Buddy Network Member When people have told you ‘you can’t do

30/08/2020

We came….we saw….we swam…we laughed and we had a drink (or two) along the way! It was an absolutely amazing

17/02/2020

WOW !!!! On 17th February 2020 the Swim Buddy Network celebrated its first birthday If you’d told me this time