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Supporting Coaches
Established in 1965, the British Swimming Coaches Association has been supporting coaches over six decades and has evolved significantly over this period.
Today, it includes teaching and coaching members from clubs, schools, universities, local authorities, and employees of governing bodies at all levels of the sport. The association represents the interests of both the voluntary and professional sectors, providing support and advocacy for all involved.
BSCA Membership
Swimming coaching is a great job providing wonderful satisfaction when you see your charges improve and develop, and offers the chance to travel extensively throughout the UK and around the world. Being part of the BSCA gives you access to the support you need to continue to improve, have access to the best brains in the profession and the best support, when you need it.
The BSCA was started by coaches for coaches and over 60 years later we are proud to still be supporting coaches. Join the BSCA family today and receive a 5 STAR service to allow you to become a 5 STAR Coach!
Our main benefits include:
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Wellbeing Support
Representation
Protecting Our Members
The BSCA’s insurance policies give Professional Liability and Personal Injury cover as well as relevant Employment, Judicial cover and Criminal & Tax law advice and representation when support is required.
Supporting Our Members Welfare
As a valued member of the British Swimming Coaches Association, you have access to the BSCA Membership Assistance Programme – a confidential service provided by AXA Health, designed to help you look after your own well-being.
Celebrating Achievement
The BSCA recognises our Coach of the Year for both able bodied and Para Swimming, as well as recognising Coaching Excellence, Youth Development, Club Coaches, Coaching Chains and of course Lifetime Achievements.
Coach Out of Water Programme
Our unique programme empowers Swimming Coaches to fill in the gaps in their knowledge at their own pace, relevant to your level of operation, experience and to compliment current qualifications and certificates.
Additional Member Benefits
Certificate of Insurance • Monthly Newsletter • Special Offers • Coaching Conversations (Member Podcast) • Swimming & Coaching News
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Recent News
Swimming & Coaching News from the BSCA – if you have a story to share email us at info@gbswimcoaches.co.uk
Drive Success with Dell Software Savings
BSCA members can save up to 50% off software, in addition to your member exclusive BSCA hardware...
BSCA Panorama Response
Following the broadcast of the Panorama episode relating to swimming clubs in England, the Board...
Joint Statement – Research into the Mental Health and Well-Being of Swimming Coaches in the UK
The British Swimming Coaches Association (BSCA) commissioned Nottingham Trent University to...
BSCA supporting research on talking about weight in sport
A research study at the University of Bath are looking for coaches and athletes in high...
Spring Sale deals with Dell for BSCA Members
BSCA members can make savings on tech in Dell's Spring Sale (3rd March - 1st April 2025). Members...
BSCA recognised with Fair Play Award
The British Swimming Coaches Association has been recognised by State of Swimming with a Fair Play...
Speedo Aquatics GB Next Gen Championships: Coach of the Day
Thanks to everyone who took time to nominate coaches for the Speedo BSCA Coach of the Day at the...
Notice of BSCA AGM – 19th July 2025
The BSCA AGM will take place on Saturday 19th July, 2025, commencing at roughly 6pm in the Quays...
Aquatics GB Coach Conference – Bursary Available to Members
The BSCA Board have agreed to offer six lucky members the chance to receive a £50 bursary towards...
Coach of the Day
The Speedo BSCA Coach of the Day Award recognises outstanding coaching and celebrates the vital role coaches play in swimmer development and success. Coaches are nominated daily at selected events, with winners announced the following day and highlighted across event communications, the BSCA website and social media.
Delivered in partnership with Aquatics GB and Speedo, the award shines a well-deserved spotlight on the dedication, expertise and behind-the-scenes commitment that helps swimmers reach their full potential.
Coach Out of Water
The BSCA’s unique programme empowers Swimming Coaches to fill in the gaps in their knowledge at their own pace, relevant to your level of operation, your experience and to compliment current qualifications and certificates, adding from academic sources, practical application and assisting you in how to professionalise how you practice.
Our courses are designed to build upon & compliment the information received within an NGB Certificated course, read, listen or watch then consider how to apply.
Swim Coach Jobs
if you have a Swim Coach role to promote contact us at info@gbswimcoaches.co.uk
RSW Swimming – Head Swimming Coach
The Royal School Wolverhampton is seeking an experienced and ambitious Head Swimming Coach to play...
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