 Winter Social & Presentation Evening – Friday 21st November 2025
Join us for our Winter Social and Presentation Evening! Friday 21st November, 2025 7:30 - 11:30pm St Joseph’s Catholic Club, Harpers Lane, Chorley We’ll present medals from the Club Championships Distance Meet and our annual swimmer awards, followed by a disco and hotpot supper. Please note there will be no training that evening. It’s always a great night to celebrate our swimmers’ achievements together – we hope to see everyone there! Tickets are now on sale: 🎟️ £8.00 for adults 🎟️ £5.50 for children This is a ticket-only event — there will be no pay on the door. To request tickets, please email Bev at [email protected] Physical tickets will not be issued; there will be a list of names on the door. Please advise of any dietary requirements when booking. The Presentation Evening was a sell-out for the last couple of years, so we recommend getting your ticket requests in early! Payment details: Chorley Marlins SC Barclays Bank Sort Code: 20-69-85 Account Number: 73040828
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 Chorley Marlins Club Championships – Distance Meet Entries Now Open! Entries are now open for our 2025 Club Championships – Distance Meet, one of the highlights of the Marlins calendar and a key part of every swimmer’s development. Main Meet: Sunday 16th November, Warm-up 1:00 pm Darwen Leisure Centre, The Green, Darwen, BB3 1PW Events For Development Group swimmers:
Distance Events (12+ only): Friday 14th November, 7:00pm All Seasons Leisure Centre, Chorley
Entry & Payment Entries are made via Swim Manager and close on Sunday 2nd November. Late entries cannot be accepted. Please make payment on entry by bank transfer to: Chorley Marlins Competition Account Barclays Bank Account No: 73783138 Sort Code: 20-69-85 Why Our Club Championships Matter As a competitive swimming club, our internal meets are an essential part of the swimmer pathway. They give every swimmer the opportunity to race, improve, and celebrate their progress alongside teammates. We expect all Development Group and squad swimmers to take part — whether it’s your first gala or your fiftieth, it’s a chance to set new personal bests and gain valuable race experience in a supportive environment. There are no minimum entry times, and events are seeded by ability, so everyone can take part and enjoy the day. (Age as on 16th November 2025.) Venue Darwen Leisure Centre offers an excellent competition venue, with an 8-lane, 25m pool, electronic timing, and ample spectator seating. It’s a great setting for swimmers to perform at their best while families cheer them on. Volunteers Needed Our galas rely on the support of volunteers — from timekeepers and team managers to raffle helpers and chaperones. We simply can’t run the meet without you. If you can help on the day, please email Claire at [email protected] or comment below. We particularly need qualified timekeepers (or those willing to complete the Swim England Online Timekeeper Course before the meet). The e-learning module takes around 60–90 minutes and can be followed by your practical session at this gala. If you’ve previously completed a course and are available to help, please get in touch — your support makes all the difference! Raffle Donations We’ll be running a raffle at the meet to raise funds for the club. Donations of bottles, chocolates, wine, small gifts or vouchers are very welcome — please bring them along to Darwen on the day of the gala. Presentation Evening We’ll be celebrating our swimmers’ achievements at the Chorley Marlins Family Social & Presentation Evening: Friday 21st November, 7:30–11:30pm Saint Joseph’s Catholic Club, Harpers Lane, Chorley Join us for the presentation of medals and annual awards, followed by a disco and hot pot supper. Please note there will be no training that evening. It’s always one of the best nights of the year — a chance for the whole Marlins family to come together and celebrate another fantastic season. We look forward to seeing everyone there! 
 Considering the Reintroduction of Land Training at Chorley Marlins
At Chorley Marlins, we’re always looking for ways to help our swimmers reach their full potential — both in and out of the pool. One of the key areas we’re currently exploring is the reintroduction of land training for our members. Land training (sometimes called “dryside training”) plays an important role in a swimmer’s overall development. It focuses on building strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination, all of which are essential for improving performance and preventing injury in the water. Why Land Training Matters Swimming is a demanding, full-body sport that relies heavily on core strength, joint stability, and explosive power. Well-structured land sessions can:
What We’re Looking At We’re currently reviewing options for a structured land training programme that would complement our existing pool schedule. This may include:
Have Your Say Before we make any decisions, we’d love to hear from our members, parents, and coaches.
Please complete a short survey to share your thoughts: Land Training Survey  Chorley Marlins Amateur Swimming Club is excited to announce that we are recruiting for an Assistant Head Coach to join our dedicated coaching team. Established in 1973, Chorley Marlins ASC is a friendly, inclusive, and ambitious club based in Chorley, Lancashire. We are a SwimMark accredited club affiliated with Swim England, offering a pathway from Learn to Swim through to competitive squads. Over the years, our swimmers have achieved considerable success at County, Regional, and National level, and we continue to nurture the next generation of swimmers through expert coaching, teamwork, and a supportive club environment. The Role We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Assistant Head Coach who is passionate about swimmer development and eager to contribute to the continued success of the club. Working closely with our Head Coach, you’ll help plan and deliver progressive training programmes, mentor other coaches, and inspire swimmers to reach their full potential. This is a part-time, self-employed position (minimum 6.5 hours per week, including evening and weekend sessions) with an hourly rate of £15.00. You’ll also attend open meets and competitions throughout the season. Who We’re Looking For The ideal candidate will hold a Swim England Level 2 Coaching qualification (or equivalent), have experience in a club environment, and demonstrate strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills. We’re particularly keen to hear from coaches who can bring energy, creativity, and a modern approach to swimmer development — someone who can motivate athletes of all ages and abilities, while supporting the wider coaching team. Even if you don’t meet every requirement listed, we’d still love to hear from you. If you have strong experience and are committed to developing your coaching qualifications, we’re happy to consider your application. Why Join Chorley Marlins? At Chorley Marlins, you’ll join a supportive and collaborative environment, working with a team of passionate coaches, teachers, and volunteers who are committed to providing swimmers with the best possible experience in the sport. You’ll have the opportunity to:
How to Apply If you’re passionate about swimming and helping others achieve their best, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a short covering letter outlining your experience and motivation to: [email protected] Closing date: Wednesday 29th October 2025 If you’d like an informal chat before applying, please get in touch — we’d be delighted to tell you more about the role and the club. Join us at Chorley Marlins ASC — help shape the swimmers of tomorrow. Full details are attached below.
 Well done to our Arena League team who achieved an impressive fourth place on Saturday at Ellesmere Port. There were lots of great swims and an excellent team spirit throughout the evening — a fantastic effort from everyone involved! It was an incredibly close contest, with Chorley Marlins finishing just four points behind third place. Positions after Round One: 1️⃣ Workington – 265 2️⃣ Lancaster City – 250 3️⃣ Flixton – 193 4️⃣ Chorley Marlins – 189 5️⃣ City of Chester – 183 6️⃣ Burnley Bobcats – 172 7️⃣ Bebington – 158 A huge thank you to everyone who helped poolside and to all the parents for driving your swimmers to the evening meet — your support makes a big difference. Fortunately, Round 2 will be closer to home at Darwen Leisure Centre on Saturday 8th November 2025, with a 3:00pm warm-up. We look forward to another great performance and building on this strong start!
 We are making some changes to our Sunday training schedule at All Seasons Leisure Centre to create more capacity and flexibility for future squad moves.
From next Sunday, 19th October, the new schedule will be:
Thank you for your continued support and flexibility as we make these improvements. — Chorley Marlins Committee |
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