National & British Competitions
From first qualifying times to national finals — supporting swimmers on every step of the performance pathway.
The Next Level of Competition
As swimmers progress, opportunities arise to compete at national and British level events. These competitions bring together the top athletes from across Scotland and the UK, providing a platform to test skills, gain experience, and achieve personal best performances.
Qualification is achieved through meeting published time standards, rewarding commitment, consistency, and development within the sport.
Scottish National Events
Key competitions within the Scottish Swimming calendar:
December
Scottish National Short Course Championships
April
Scottish National Age Group Championships
June
Scottish National Open Championships
July
Scottish Summer Meet
British-Level Events
The highest level of domestic competition in the UK, bringing together the best swimmers from across Great Britain.
April
Aquatics GB Swimming Championships
July
Aquatics GB Next Gen Championships
A Journey of Progression
These events represent important milestones within a swimmer’s journey. While not every swimmer will follow the same path, they provide inspiration and clear goals for those who wish to progress within the sport.
Our club is committed to supporting swimmers at every stage — from local galas through to national and British competition.