The synchronised swimming section of the club started in the 1970s and the Chief Coach is Jean Timmons assisted by assistant teachers Cathy Macdonald, Hannah Montague, Mandy Vernon, Michelle Pearce, Emma Jevons and Lauren Blunden. This sport is for swimmers...

both male and female who must be able to swim at least 6 lengths of a 25 metre pool.

The abilities range from beginners at preliminary stages 1 to 3, then work though the figure and routine grades 1 - 5 and skill levels 1 - 5. Training times are: Tuesday 8.00pm - 10.00pm (pool) and Saturday 5.00pm - 7.00pm. Training takes place at Sharley Park Leisure Centre and includes land training for routine walkthroughs when required.

Equipment needed for normal training sessions include goggles, swim cap, nose clip which can be purchased from the synchro section and of course a swimming costume and towel. The nose clip is a very important piece of equipment for synchronised swimmers; it prevents water entering the nasal cavity when upside down and later causing sinus infections

Every year, as well as participating in several competitions at other venues, we stage the "Crooked Spire Routine Competition" which is attended by clubs from around the country. There are also social activites for members such as our annual water show performances and the Christmas Disco.

Subscriptions: - An annual subscription of £32.00 is payable to Rykneld Swimming Club in January of each year and monthly fees are also paid. Swimmers training on Saturdays only, pay £12.00 and squad swimmers pay £20 for training on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to contact Jean Timmons or any of the poolside helpers. Jean can be contacted on 01623 812247; mobile 07940998227 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or select the synchro coach on the contact us page to contact Jean from the website.