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The past (long!) month has been filled with fantastic training sessions, impressive performances, and plenty of hard work from our swimmers. This edition of the newsletter will keep you up to speed on everything happening in and around the club. In this edition our vice president, Donald Shanks talks us through what's involved in becoming a judge. Make sure to check out our latest updates and important dates for your diary and if there is anything you would like to see in future newsletters please get in touch. So let's...

We hope you enjoys January's edition of our newsletter https://sway.cloud.microsoft/FDsbLHCX3M4xccbt?ref=Link&loc=mysways In this month's issue: Presentation Dance Young Ambassador Program - Amelia Prygiel Club AGM 2025 Junior Committee Bellshill Sharks Open Meet - 31st Jan to 2nd Feb 2025 New Swim Shop - COMING SOON Fundraising Save at Allens Swimwear Coming Up Contact Us Many thanks The Commitee

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Bellshill Sharks Amateur Swimming Club has recently achieved Scottish Swimming Aquamark 1 accreditation, marking a significant milestone in the club's ongoing commitment to excellence in swimming and community engagement. The Aquamark accreditation is part of Scottish Swimming's initiative to foster strong, sustainable, and inclusive clubs across the nation. Designed to be attainable for clubs of all sizes, Aquamark provides a nationally recognized standard that supports the development of a safe, effective, and well-governed environment for swimmers of all levels. By securing Aquamark Level 1, Bellshill Sharks ASC has demonstrated that...

We are thrilled to announce the incredible achievements of four of our Sharks who have been selected for this year's Scottish Swimming National Squads! Congratulations to Ethan who has been selected for the National Youth Academy for the second consecutive year! This is a fantastic achievement and a testament to Ethan's dedication and hard work. Kudos to Rebecca, Amy R, and Charlotte for their selection to the National Junior Academy Squad. This is an outstanding accomplishment and reflects their commitment to excellence in swimming! �� The Junior Academy programme is...

Bellshill Sharks have been back at training for a week now after a well-deserved summer break and here is an end of season/summer round up! SCOTTISH SUMMER MEET 2024 Bellshill Sharks made a splash at the Scottish Summer Meet 2024, held in July at the Aberdeen Aquatics Centre. Seventeen swimmers represented the team, achieving excellent results across multiple events over the weekend. Here are some of the highlights: Day 1 Erin and Rebecca set the tone with stellar performances in the 1500m Freestyle, both significant achieving personal bests (PBs). A...

Scottish National Age Group Championships 2024 Aberdeen Bellshill Sharks made their mark at the Scottish National Age Group Meet (SNAGS) held from April 10th to 14th, 2024. Over the five-day event, the team showcased their talent, determination, and camaraderie, achieving notable successes and personal milestones. Day 1: A Promising Start The opening day set a positive tone for the Sharks, with a strong display of talent and determination from all participants. Ethan, Ruben, Logan McD, Aaron, Callum, Allanah, Millie, Rebecca, Amy, and Logan showcased their abilities, delivering numerous personal bests...

Bellshill Sharks and Mental Health At Bellshill Sharks ASC, we recognize the profound impact that swimming can have on an individual's mental health and wellbeing, both positively and negatively. Engaging in swimming activities not only improves physical health but also enhances mood, reduces stress, and fosters a deep sense of camaraderie within our aquatic community. However, we are also mindful of the unique challenges and stressors that swimmers may encounter. Athletes often face immense pressure to perform, cope with the demanding transition from age-group to senior-level swimming, and navigate the...