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Exmouth Swimming and Life Saving Masters swimmer Stefan Cuschieri took part in a local competition in his home county near Coventry at the West Midlands Masters Event. The event on Saturday 8th Oct saw Cuschieri compete in the 400m F/C & 200m Individual Medley. He said “I felt quite fresh in the 400m, I felt like I paced it well and was pleased with a finishing time of 5mins 23seconds, considering my current fitness. In the 200m IM, I went out too hard in the Butterfly and ran out of gas but lesson learnt! It’s just good to be back racing and representing Exmouth Masters”.  On 11th September 2022, one of Exmouth Swimming and Life Saving Societies Master’ swimmers took part in the Roadford 5km Lake Swim. Joanna Dale finished the race in 1hour 33minutes and 50seconds, producing the fastest time in skins (without wetsuit) and an impressive 2nd overall female. Congratulations Joanna and to everyone who took part.    To All Members of ES & LSS There will be a Special General Meeting (SGM) held on Thursday 25th August 2022, 7pm, virtual via Zoom. The reason is to remove our current independent examiner and appoint a new one.
NOTE The Management Committee wish to appoint a new accountant. Our accounting period runs from beginning of September to end of August. The accountant is also the independent examiner, this role can only be changed at an AGM or SGM, as stated in our constitution. If you wish to attend, please contact Club Secretary via e-mail for the virtual invite at: Secretary@exmouthswimming.org 
WOW! What a fantastic Celebration Gala held on Sunday 26th June 2022 in honour of the Queens Platinum Jubilee! All sections across our Society came together to take part in celebrating the Queens Jubilee in this fantastic gala, many of the younger swimmers experiencing a gala for the very first time and setting club records!!
Great swimming! Great Achievements! Great Atmosphere! Message from our Chairman Hello all, I would like to formally congratulate and thank our swimmers and volunteers for all their hard work organising, running and of course swimming in our Jubilee Gala. It was fantastic to see various members from all three of our sections: Learn to Swim (LTS), Competitive and Development (C and D) and Masters. I had great pleasure watching the events, and to hear the encouragement given to all was amazing, seeing the joy and enthusiasm was very special indeed. The level of organisation and running of a gala can take a lot of time and it’s with extra thanks to Jane Easton and David Hill for as always going that extra mile that certainly made the event extra special. The ability of our helpers, teachers, coaches, and volunteers to all pull together for a common cause is inspiring by itself, without you, there is no ES&LSS and so a massive THANK YOU to you all. It was made even better because we had the honour of Rosettes and Medals being awarded by our very own President and first lady, Ron & Pam Snowshall In addition, it was also pleasing to get such positive feedback from you and to hear your stories about how inspired the younger swimmers became after watching the other races, this was exactly one of our main reasons for the event. To give them (and families) a better insight to the Society at large. To see what it is they are working towards The main Committee of ES&LSS (Management Committee) thought it would be very nice if we presented a commemorative medal to each member, celebrating our Queens 70th Jubilee. We started this process on Sunday, you will be able to collect yours when you next attend your normal session. Although this particular Gala was in celebration of the Queens Platinum Jubilee, we are aiming to hold this type of Gala again on a regular basis so if you weren’t able to attend there will be more opportunities. Once again thank you and congratulations to our wonderful swimmers. Kindest regards to all. Martin Pashley Chairman ES&LSS  Latest ‘Code of Conducts’ (as set out by Swim England) have been updated and can be found here: Club rules and policies - Exmouth Swimming & Life Saving Society
We hosted the first 'Rosette' Gala of 2022 this weekend, with great pleasure to welcome visiting team from Exeter.
WONDERFUL results were achieved by all swimmers:
Huge thank you to all the helper/volunteers assisting and Judge Colin stepping in for Jane (due to recovering from injury) at short notice. Rule Change: Swim England has relaxed Regulation 411, so that for either religious or medical reasons, swimmers may compete in a swim suit that covers more of the body than would otherwise be permitted. See attached 
Zoom meeting We are actively looking for new members to join our committee. Would you like to be more involved with our club? Do you have some new ideas? We would love to hear from you. If you are a member and would like to join us there is a nomination form to fill out and return to the secretary by 1pm Thursday 4th November. Meetings are held once a month via zoom so you can attend from the comfort of your own home. NominationsTo all our Members: The nominations for election of committee members are available to see on our club notice board in the LED foyer, along with supporting statements, these are also available to be emailed to you on request, along with the clubs accounts (when available from our Accountants). Please email Club Secretary at: secretary@exmouthswimming.org stating your name that is registered on your membership along with your membership number. Update Dear Parents and Swimmers You were recently e-mailed forms and information for renewing your child/children’s membership for 2021. I can understand the reluctance to re-join during lockdown, but would urge you to consider doing so if you value the lessons we provide. The deadline for re-joining is Saturday 20th February 2021 The Swim England fees (set by the swimming governing body) need to be paid by all clubs by the end of February. This ensures that the Society continues its affiliation and that our members are covered to take part in the activities the Society offers. The Saturday sessions are run completely by volunteers and we know you value the tuition we provide. We try to keep monthly fees low, but do have to cover the cost of weekly pool hire and therefore, must have sufficient numbers of swimmers to make this viable. If you have any issues with forms or payments, please e-mail our membership secretary membership@exmouthswimming.org and they will be happy to help. With regards Mr Barry Westaway Learn-to-Swim Chairman  Dear all
As you may have heard by now, I have taken the decision to postpone the return to swimming in 2021. The main factors are the rapid rise in cases, the higher threat to younger people that the new strain has and the likelihood of further restrictions in two weeks’ time i.e., possibly going into Tier 4. Although not definite it appears that we are following on the wave from London and the South East and this seems likely, so rather than start...stop...start and considering my responsibility for the safety of all, not just the swimmers but all helpers, coaches and teachers I have taken the decision to ‘Press Pause’. I am fully aware the under 18's can (under guidelines) continue, but I consider the staggered start of schools and the imminent vaccine for students and feel that by holding off now will give us the benefit of more knowledge over the next few days/weeks. Hopefully, we will be back to training very soon in a much more stable system. I understand that this decision will probably be unpopular but please understand I have not taken it lightly. I am calling an emergency meeting of the main committee for us to discuss this as a committee and to work out a way forward for a safe and sustainable return to swimming. I wish you all a Safe and Happy New Year. Kindest Regards Martin Pashley Chairman ES&LSS sharing a COVID-19 update
The annual Exmouth Swimming Life Saving Society Starcross swim for 2016 was held on Sunday 17th July. The swim reverted back to the traditional course starting from the Starcross Ferry Jetty after entrants boarded the final ferry of the day for a one way trip across the river. Swimmers experienced ideal weather conditions with sun and only a slight swell although many swimmers spotted jellyfish large and small in the water.
Last year’s winner George Cornwell-Brown defended his title winning the race overall in a time of 31minutes and 23 seconds. Alison Browning, swimming her first Starcross swim, was second and first lady in a time of 32.28. There was then a very tight finish between Junior champion Joel Rawe, returning swimmer Ian Lang, who has not competed in open water for a few years, and Channel swimmer Jamie Page who were separated by only 20 seconds in times of 33.31, 33.38, and 33.51 respectively. Jed Reid was also close behind these three swimmers to claim 2nd Junior and 5th male in his first open water race. Sophie Spiller and Heidi Schunck then provided another exciting finish racing for the junior female title with Spiller beating Schunck to take the trophy by only 33 seconds. Sophie’s brother Aidan was only a further 8 seconds behind Schunck with her brother Joe Schunck also finishing strongly. This year’s oldest swimmer Martin Sprigmore was next to finish beating Kathy Azuino, who was consistent with her time from last year with only a twenty second difference. All the swimmers who started the swim completed the course. Exmouth Swimming and Life Saving Society would like to thank all those who help make the Starcross swim a success each year; particularly Exmouth Beach Rescue, boat crews, kayakers, and the RNLI.  On 23rd, 24th and 25th October seven Exmouth masters swimmers attended the annual national masters’ short course championships at Ponds Forge in Sheffield. The team, accompanied by masters coach Bob Clarke, were Adele Parham, Tara Dudley, Bill letch, Jamie page, Peter Gilpin, Philippa O Grady, and Robert Macey. Over the 3 days there were some excellent results with the team winning eleven medals, including seven gold and four silver, and four British records.
Bill Letch began the meet for the Exmouth team with a British Record and gold medal in the 200m Individual Medley in 3:17.55. Over the weekend Bill won a further four gold medals, one silver, and set another three British records; 1:28.95 in the 100m Butterfly, and beating his own records in the 50m Butterfly (36.64) and 50m Freestyle (31.72). Phillippa O’Grady was hot on Bill’s heels in the medal table and didn’t keep the team waiting for their second medal winning silver in the 200m Individual Medley in her age group. Phillippa also won silvers in the 100m Butterfly and 400m Individual Medley and a gold in the 200m Butterfly. The Exmouth team also won a gold in the 120+ years 4x200m Freestyle mixed relay where teammates Jamie Page, Adele Parham, Robert Macey, and Tara Dudley swam to a time of 9:42.25. As well as the medal winning performances there were other notable performances by every member of the team. Adele Parham had three top ten finishes in the 200m Individual Medley, 400m Individual Medley, and 400m Freestyle. Jamie Page had top ten finishes in the 100m and 50m Breaststroke. Peter Gilpin finished in the top ten in the 50m Backstroke and 50m Freestyle. Robert Macey also had a top ten position in the 50m Backstroke.
The annual Exmouth Swimming Life Saving Society Starcross swim 2015 was held on Thursday 30th July and a young field started from buoy 21 at around 7pm. Swimmers experienced ideal weather conditions with sun and even a slight following wind though many swimmers spotted jellyfish in the water.
18 year old George Cornwell-Brown won the race overall in a time of 31minutes and 51seconds. Last year’s Junior champions Joel Rawe improved on his performance last year finishing 2nd overall to defend his junior title in 33.03; narrowly beating Channel swimmer Jamie Page into 3rd place by 15 seconds. Liam Spiller finished fourth in a time of 33.26 with Tara Dudley fifth overall and first female swimmer home. Men’s club captain Nyal Slatter finished in sixth place with Sophie Spiller finishing in seventh and first junior female. Other swimmers in the order they finished were Aidan Spiller, Peter Gilpin (swimming 40 years after his first Starcross swim), Jasmine Simpson-Currie, Katie Brindley, Martin Sprigmore, Ruth Horn, and Kathy Azuino who was the only swimmer to complete the course swimming breaststroke. All swimmers who started the swim completed the course. Exmouth Swimming and Life Saving Society would like to thank all those who help make the Starcross swim a success each year; particularly Exmouth Beach Rescue, boat crews, kayakers, and the RNLI. 3rd place Jamie Page and Ladies Champion Tara Dudley are swimming in a channel relay with two other Exmouth swimmers, Alan Franks and Gemma Franks, later this month. They are raising money for Exmouth Beach Rescue who, as well as voluntarily patrolling the beach, also play a vital role in the organisation of the Exe to Exe and Starcross swims. If you would like to donate or for more information please go to:  On Saturday 27/06/15 Exmouth Swimming and Life Saving Society held the second Exe to Exe Swim. The new swim having replaced the Fairway Buoy Swim course which was held for 50 years. Because organisers were still trialling the new course a small field of high calibre experienced swimmers were invited; including King of the Channel Michael Read who has completed the crossing 33 times. The new swim starts at the lifeboat station an hour before the turn of the tide. It proceeds up the sea front, past the docks, up the river, and past the Exe Café to buoy 21. Swimmers then swim around the buoy before swimming the course in reverse back to the lifeboat station and Maer Rocks. Faster swimmers may have to battle the tide if they turn before slack water with slower swimmers facing a race against time to turn before the tide. The result was an impressive one for Exmouth with Exmouth Swimmers claiming the first three positions. Jamie Page swam in to an early lead and led from start to finish with Tara Dudley 2nd overall and first female and Exmouth channel swimmer and coach Alan Franks swimming to third place in a close finish with 2nd placed female Harriet Tuck. Jamie’s winning time was 1.46.04 with the 15th and final swimmer, Kathy Anzuino who was swimming Breaststroke, finishing in a time of 2.50.42. The three Exmouth swimmers are currently training hard for a four person channel relay attempt where, on the right day with the right conditions, they are confident they can challenge the record for the fastest crossing by a four person team. They are using the swim to raise funds for Exmouth Beach Rescue who’s volunteers regularly patrol Exmouth Beach and without who’s expertise Exmouth Swimming and Life Saving Society’s two annual open water swims couldn’t take place. If you’d like to sponsor the Exmouth team go to: Exmouth Swimming and Life Saving Society would like to thank Exmouth Scouts, Exmouth Beach Rescue, Exmouth RNLI, Exmouth Marina, other kayakers, and boat owners who’s help enables the swim to go ahead.
Mark Westaway and Tara Dudley travelled to North Wales totake part in the BLDSA's Bala championship.
Both swam the 3 mile lake two ways to compete in the 6mile championship. Dudley competed in the ladies freestyle whilst Westaway competed in the men's Breaststroke championship. Dudley guided down the lake by her kayaker Chris Heale came 4th in the ladies championship in a time of 3hrs 14min 39sec. Westaway, who before the swim was targeting the course record, won the championship in a time of 3hrs 51min 01sec. At the start of the swim Westaway and kayaker Ian Lang knew the record would be a tall order due to the swim starting in a strong headwind. Though Westaway missed out on the record he beat the next fastest breastroker by nearly an hour and hopes for better conditions next time he attempts the course.
Members of the masters squad of Exmouth Swimming and Life Saving Society once again represented their club in the British Gas ASA National Masters and Senior Age Group Championships at Ponds Forge International Sports Centre, Sheffield over the weekend of the 24th – 26th October.
The squad had one of their most successful weekends of swimming in over 6 years, and huge thanks must be extended from the team to their dedicated coach Bob Clarke.  The annual Exmouth Swimming Life Saving Society Starcross swim 2014 was held on Friday 25th and a young field started from buoy 21 at around 7pm. Swimmers experienced ideal weather conditions with sun and only a small swell past the docks slowing them down.
17 year old George Cornwell-Brown won the race overall in a time of 31minutes and 36seconds. Gemma Franks was second to win the ladies’ race in a time of 33.47 narrowly beating her dad Alan Franks, who has won the race multiple times in the past and has made a comeback in the last 18 months, into 3rd place. Next to finish was Kiera Jordan who was second lady and first junior female, she beat first junior male Joel Rawe by four seconds to claim 4th overall. Other swimmers in the order they finished were Nyal Slatter, Liam Spiller, Toby Gilbody, Peter Gilpin, Aidan Spiller, Joe Schunck, Virginia Hill, Katie Brindley, Katherine Cornwell-Brown, Ruth Horn, Martin Sprigmore, Martin Brown, and Kathy Azuino. All swimmers who started the swim completed the course with no withdrawals. Exmouth Swimming and Life Saving Society would like to thank all those who help make the Starcross swim a success each year; particularly boat crew, kayakers, Exmouth Beach Rescue, Exmouth Scouts, and the RNLI.
Exmouth Swimming and Life Saving Society Masters swimmer Bill Letch has made a record breaking return after taking a break from competitions.
Making his return at the Devon ASA Masters and Seniors competition in Tiverton on Sunday 13th September Bill focused on the sprint events and beat swimmers many years his junior to set new British Records in the 75-79 age group. The records in the 50m Butterfly and the 50m Freestyle beat records that were set 18 years ago my former Olympic swimmer Jack Hale and have recently been ratified by British Swimming. |
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