Stingrays Swim Club

So it's the eve of our First Official swim as Stingrays Swim Club. Our trials are being held in one of the best swim facilities in the Midlands in K Leisure Athy, tomorrow (12-4-2026) at 10.30am. Registration is necessary through the jot form pinned on the page. If you know anyone who you think would be interested, either as a Master swimmer looking to get more hours in with stroke technique or a child who is looking to continue or start competitive swimming in an environment where they will develop the best stroke technique thought by coaches who have the technical and scientific knowledge to do so. All this in an environment where people can have fun and get faster. We believe coaching isn't just about coaching, it's a deep understanding of body mechanics, holistic development of each athlete, providing mentorship, planned sessions, transparent and fair squad progression all driven by a collaborative culture.
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Word is starting to get out there - another great write up today by LaoisToday 🥳

New swimming club set for take off in Athy - Laois Today Athy is set to benefit from Ireland’s newest swimming club. Stingrays swim club is a brand-new club set up and ready to start training in April

Great write up in the Leinster Leader ahead of our Welcome Day and Swim Trials on Sunday 😄

Remember to register your interest through the form below, we can't wait to meet you and would love you to join us for tea and treats afterwards

'It's going to be great for the town' – new 'Stingrays' swim club to open in Kildare The club will be based at the K-Leisure facility in Athy, Co Kildare

PRESS RELEASE
31st MARCH 2026

New swim club for Athy

Athy is set to benefit from Ireland’s newest swimming club. Stingrays swim club is a brand-new club set up and ready to start training in April based at the K-Leisure facility in the town.
“It’s about time Athy had its own swim club,” said James Ryan, Stingrays club chairperson. “The facilities are second to none and there is real appetite in the community for the club. Swimming is getting more popular and is a lifelong skill as well as a highly competitive sport. A lot of work has gone in behind the scenes and we are delighted to be able to launch in the coming weeks.”
The club will be holding a welcome day and swim trials at K-Leisure on Sunday 12th April at 10.30am and those wishing to participate should visit the club page and register their interest.
Stingrays is also looking to the town and its business community to get involved and help out where they can through sponsorship and other forms of support. Those who might be able to help are encouraged to contact the chairperson.
The club will focus on improving members’ swimming skills and performance in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. The coaching will be top quality and focused on technique. Through Swim Ireland affiliation, swimmers will be able to compete in official galas and meets and those who get quick enough will have access to elite regional and national coaching programmes and squads. There will be a competitive Master’s section for those over 18.
“We are just getting going and have a lot to learn,” continues James, “but one thing we do know is that swimming should be fun, and children should enjoy every session and look forward to the next one. We aim to create a great place to make friends and to train and compete together. At the same time, the coaches coming on board are skilled and experienced and have all competed at a high level themselves, so they know what it takes and how to support those swimmers aiming for elite levels of achievement. It’s going to be great for the town.”

ENQUIRIES TO:
James Ryan, Chairperson. 087 6671002 [email protected]
Meet the experts dedicated to helping our swimmers reach their full potential.
Head Coach: Debbie Carr
Assistant Coach: Melissa Ryan
Assistant Coach: Nicole Turner
Assistant Coach: Nikita Bondarevs
Our expert coaching team offers specialized performance coaching, focusing on enhancing technique and bringing passion for aquatic excellence in every session. They all bring a wealth of competitive experience, technical expertise including video analysis and one coach even has a Silver Olympic Medal having represented Ireland in the Tokyo Paralympics Games in 2021.
Follow the page for further bios in the coming days…

FURTHER INFORMATION:
Stingrays swim club is a new swim club undergoing the final steps of affiliation with Swim Ireland.
https://www.facebook.com/StingraysSwimClubAthy/
Swim Ireland is the National Governing Body for swimming on the island of Ireland and administers the sport and its competitions at every level:
https://swimireland.ie/

Stingrays Swim Club Stingrays is a new competitive swimming club based in Athy, Co. Kildare.

We are inviting people to register their interest in joining our new swimming club by filling out the form below. One form per swimmer please.

Stingrays expression of interest Please click the link to complete this form.