about us
Northern Wave Swimming Club is an independent not for profit community voluntary organisation run entirely by wonderful volunteers from its membership. We have over 300 regulars each quarter and another 1,000 less regular members each year.
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organisational stuff
click here for club rules and consitutution, minutes and other organisational information.
The club is for the Lesbian and Gay community and friends in the Greater Manchester area and beyond. It attracts a broad cross section of people from across much of the North West. The club provides a safe environment with a broad appeal to many people who would not other wise socialise together and people who do not like the Gay Scene, while encouraging healthy lifestyles. Successfully bringing together people in common interest - for many it’s the first time they’ve ever taken part!
Northern Wave SC is a member of GLISA (Gay and Lesbian International Sports Association) EGLSF (European Gay and Lesbian Sports Federation),we are affiliated to Swim North West and will join IGLA in 2008 (international Gay & Lesbian Aquatics). We are open to all.
swim 21
To help us improve and develop our club into the future Northern Wave has committed to the ASA's (Amateur Swimming Association) club mark standard. This should posivitely impact on our clubs training, coaching and organisation to the benefit of all members. This will present more opportunities to get involved and help focus club activities.
a thoughtful club
Club members will make every effort to make you feel welcome. We have trained volunteers are there to assist you and help you feel at ease, so don’t be afraid to confide in them about how you’re feeling. Normally there are at least two volunteers at any session. They are there simply to help new members feel welcome and to introduce them to other members.
Manchester is a great place to be gay. It has more gay venues than anywhere in Britain outside London and also has support services from Pride Sports, LGF (Lesbian & Gay Foundation), GHT (George House Trust) and BP (Body Positive). Checkout the listings in the back of the free magazines such as:
highlights
Our club offers you the following: 
- social events and trips
- coached and casual swim
- pay as you go
- opportunities to get involved
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