What it the best thing about Armthorpe Swimming Club?

Although all the coaches are amazing at making sure we swim to the best of our abilities I would say the best thing about Armthorpe Swimming Club is that we are like a big family. Over the last 8 years I have been there I have developed good relationships with coaches,team mates and parents, making friends I know will last a lifetime. Everyone gets along well and are always willing to help each other out giving that huge community feel that makes you feel welcome no matter at what stage you are joining us.

What do you love about swimming?

The thing I love most about swimming especially here is that the coaches always come prepared with challenging and new sets every session which keeps training exciting and motivates us as swimmers, as hard as they can be sometimes. It keeps us healthy as well as giving you opportunities to compete at the various competitions we go to, both team and individual. It is also a different and interesting sport compared to your typical footballers and dancers etc making taking up swimming as your hobby a little bit more unique.

What’s your greatest achievement?

My greatest achievement is probably competing at the Yorkshire championships. Although I didn’t enjoy it at the time, I’m happy that I was able to qualify and had the opportunity to compete.

Eleanor Lakin