There are three ingredients you need to be a great swimmer: water, skill, and a pace clock. You’ll find one at the end of every Bluefins pool — the large white clock with a half-red, half-black hand that never stops. It’s more than just a timer. It’s the heartbeat of the training session. Swimmers and coaches use the pace clock to control when to start, measure how fast each repeat is swum, and manage recovery between efforts. It’s what turns lengths into structured, measur

At Bluefins, we believe the difference between good and great coaching lies in the details. Every turn, every breakout, every drill better than the last. Our coaches bring focus, analysis, and feedback — the keys to refining technique and driving improvement. And while passion drives us forward, it’s precision that turns it into progress.🏊‍♂️✨ Above all, it’s all about coaching — the quality of what we do, the detail in how we do it, and the relentless drive to be the best.

If you’re asking yourself “How do I join a swimming club near me?” — you’re in the right place. Swimming clubs are the beating heart of Britain’s aquatic community. They bring together children, teenagers, and adults in structured pathways that combine fitness, technique, competition, and fun. Whether you want to join a swimming club for fitness, explore competitive swimming, or try Masters swimming for adults, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know.