Dannevirke Amateur Swimming Club

Please be advised:

Give us a call on 021300401 if your child/ren need swimming lessons and l/or squad training in Palmerston North, we are only too happy to help you find a group that suits you.

Two Dannevirke Swim Club swimmers are headed to Perth, Australia to represent NZ in the 2026 Tri Series - Jnty Howland (Team Black) and Summer Vincent (Team White). Congratulations!!!

Just WOW ... NZ Para Records for Summer Vincent Para Swimmer NZ and Jonty Howland Para Swimmer NZ ... Hamilton Aquatics 1500m; Australian MC Age Groups 50m Breast and NAGS 50m Breast, 100m Breast ... woohoo ❤️ 😀 Congratulations 🎊

DASC para swimmers Jonty Howland and Summer Vincent have been selected to attend the 2026 Tri Series in Western Australia in early July 2026. Congratulations!!!

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Come and join us for some fun and learn some new skills...

Manawatu Age Group Championships 2026:
Thanks to all of our uber parents, timekeepers, officials, team managers, coaches and most importantly swimmers for an awesome weekend.

Quick summary:
205 Individual races
108 Personal Best times :-) that's fabulous team!

Medals (non Para, will update those later):
Gold 25
Silver 20
Bronze 21

Thanks also to the spectators who came along to support our swimmers.

📘 How Consistent Practice Beats Long, Rare Sessions 🏊‍♂️⏱️

In swimming, doing a little often is far better than doing a lot once in a while. Consistency builds skills faster than occasional long sessions.

• Regular practice builds muscle memory 🧠
• Short sessions keep technique fresh and correct ✔️
• Long gaps cause fear and stiffness to return 😰
• Consistency improves breathing control and rhythm 💨
• Short, frequent swims reduce fatigue and injury risk 💪
• Confidence grows with repetition, not exhaustion 🌟
One focused 30–45 minute session, 2–3 times a week, is more effective than one long, tiring swim every two weeks.

Coach Tip 🏊‍♂️🔥
Show up often, even for short swims. Progress loves consistency.

DASC has a disability specific learn to swim programme at the Lido Aquatic Centre, Thursday evenings from 6:30pm, 1 hr min in the water. Give us a shout if you are interested.

Swimming Should Be Your Child’s First Sport 🏊‍♀️👶

Swimming is more than just a sport — it’s a life skill that builds the foundation for your child’s physical, mental, and emotional growth 💙
• Builds full-body strength safely 💪
• Improves brain development & focus 🧠✨
• Boosts confidence and water safety 🌊
• Enhances coordination and balance ⚖️
• Gentle on joints–perfect for growing bodies.
• Teaches discipline, patience, and control 🎯
Children who swim early adapt faster to other sports and develop healthier habits for life 🌱
Coach Tip: Start young, keep it fun, and focus on skills — not speed 😊