Swim England
The benefits of SwimMark accreditation
20 March 2017Securing SwimMark accreditation enhances club management, strengthens structures, and unites clubs. It offers clubs a philosophy and programmes to help ensure the best environment for swimmers.
Here are just some of the key benefits of gaining SwimMark accreditation.
| Process Benefits | |
|---|---|
| Access to a development tool for club improvement | ✔ |
| Identification of workforce training needs to improve club operation. | ✔ |
| An effective club management structure with clearly identified roles/responsibilities. | ✔ |
| Enhanced support and expertise from Swim England | ✔ |
| Access to a range of best practice templates and policies | ✔ |
| Develop clear goals and ambitions that can be communicated to all club members | ✔ |
| General Club Benefits | |
|---|---|
| Greater number of appropriately qualified volunteers | ✔ |
| Enhanced quality of coaching/teaching delivery | ✔ |
| Prioritised support from Swim England staff. | ✔ |
| Pool time can be prioritised towards SwimMark clubs | ✔ |
| Opportunities to share best practice and network with other SwimMark clubs | ✔ |
| A statement to parents that you prioritise child safeguarding | ✔ |
| Financial Benefits | |
|---|---|
| £100 worth of IoS vouchers towards course/CPD costs per annum | ✔ |
| 5% discount on Swim England Awards and discounts at Club Conferences and events | ✔ |
| County Association Grants and Bursaries | ✔ |
| Some pool providers offer a discount to SwimMark clubs | ✔ |
| Accreditation can help with eligibility towards sports specific funding pots | ✔ |
| Grant application support and prioritisation. | ✔ |