WeSwim: Supported swimming for disabled adults

Submitted by Duncan Cordy on

“I’m sore, but in the best way possible. For the first time since my paralysis I went swimming again, all thanks to an amazing charity helping disabled adults in London”

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WeSwim provides supported, low cost, community-led and inclusive spaces for people with disabilities or long term health conditions to access the water. Swimmers are provided with 1-to-1 support in the pool to ensure they feel safe and comfortable at all times.

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“I didn’t have to fight to be included or explain myself constantly.”

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Around 40% of our swimmers join us following a referral from a healthcare provider. Our service makes a real difference to their lives:

  • 90.7% report improved fitness

  • 96.8% feel more connected to their community

  • 98.6% feel safe at WeSwim.

There are weekly sessions across London, and the local one for North Kensington is the Queen’s Park club.

Location: Moberly Sports Centre, NW10 3NB
Time: Monday’s, 6:15pm - 7:30pm
Cost: £2 a session.

Swimmers can apply via the website here.
 

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