## About Scottish Swimming Scottish Swimming is the national governing body for aquatic sports in Scotland. Established in **1888**, the organization serves a diverse membership through a network of clubs, local authorities, and leisure partners. As the trading name for the **Scottish Amateur Swimming Association (SASA)**, it oversees everything from grassroots learning to elite performance. The organization’s defining vision is **"Everyone Can Swim,"** reflecting a commitment to making aquatics accessible as a life skill and a sport for all ages and backgrounds. ### Strategy and Objectives Under its current strategic framework, Scottish Swimming focuses on four key areas: * **Participation:** Increasing the number of people of all abilities swimming for health, fitness, and fun. * **Club Development:** Supporting sustainable, inclusive clubs that provide quality opportunities at all levels. * **Athlete Pathways:** Ensuring high-performance results through effective athlete development and coaching. * **Safety:** Promoting water safety and life-saving skills across the nation. ### Key Initiatives * **National Learn to Swim Framework:** Delivered in partnership with Scottish Water, this program provides weekly lessons to over **100,000 children** annually, helping them become safe and confident in the water. * **Regional Districts:** The governing body is divided into four districts—**North, West, Midland, and East**—to provide localized support and competition pathways. * **Major Events:** Scottish Swimming is a key partner for major international events hosted in Scotland, including the **Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games**, where it prepares athletes for Team Scotland. * **Health & Wellbeing:** The body actively lobbies for the protection of swimming facilities, highlighting their role as vital community hubs that improve the nation's physical and mental health.
On this page you can view and compare the official qualifying times for Scottish Swimming swimming championships. SwimTurn provides these qualification times for swimmers, coaches and clubs.