Margaret River Swim Club back in action as new recruits welcomed

Keen swimmers are being encouraged to get back in the water now the Shire of Augusta-Margaret River’s aquatic centre is available once again. New and returning swimmers have been invited to join the Margaret River Swim Club, which hosts multiple training sessions for young athletes each week. Club president Carol White said no one could know where Australia’s future Olympic stars might hail from and regular training from a young age was key. “As a non-profit Swimming WA-affiliated community sporting club, our mission is to provide accessible and high-quality swimming opportunities for everyone in our community,” she said. “Our swim squad offers fitness, a sense of belonging to like-minded individuals and competitive opportunities. “Who knows? The next Ariarne Titmus or Cameron McEvoy could be among us.” The club is offering try-out sessions every week from Tuesday to Friday, with Wednesday sessions at 6.30am and all other sessions from 4pm. Instructor Flynn Winstanley said the club was a chance to push limits within an encouraging environment and new friends. “Our club offers sessions either before or after school from Monday to Friday,” he said. “While a minimum of two sessions per week is encouraged, members can participate in up to five sessions weekly. “Dive in and experience the benefits of joining our supportive and dynamic community.” Participants need to be older than eight and be taking part in swimming stage 10 or higher. Ms White said swimming was a particularly Australian passion sport and regular training from a young age helped foster future talents. The club also planned to start a breakfast swim session to cement friendships and rivalries in a relaxed setting.