Aqua Dolphin Swimming Club

From Cape Academy student to Junior Squad swimmer – Jihaad did it the right way. Consistent sessions, real progress, and the kind of attitude coaches notice. 💙

No shortcuts. Just showing up and getting better. That’s what earned him this!

Quick fire with Jihaad:
🎵 Swim playlist: “Whatever’s popular - I don’t really listen to music” (the honesty is refreshing 😄)
🍔 Bag essential: Food. Always food
🏊‍♂️ Favourite stroke: Freestyle - “it’s the easiest” (fair enough!)
🌊 Pool or ocean: Ocean - for the waves
🐢 Favourite water animal: Turtle - calm and unbothered

We’re proud of how far you’ve come and excited to see what this season holds, Jihaad! 🐬

Thinking of joining? Start exactly where Jihaad did.
📧 [email protected]

Show Jihaad some love in the comments.

WHAT A WEEKEND! Our Dolphins showed up and showed OUT across two major events!🐬

📍 SA Level 3 Champs - East London (accompanied by Coach Cole)
Emma De Smidt:🥇 16&U 200m Free |🥈U16 50m Free |🥈 U16 100m Fly

📍 WCA Inter District Level 1 Team Champs - George (accompanied by Coach P)
Emily Young: 🥇50m Fly |🥇100m Relay |🥈100m Free |🥈100m Breast
Jethro Pietersen:🥇100m IM |🥇100m Free Relay |🥈 50m Free |🥉100m Free |🥉100m Back

What’s more: Cape Town Aquatics won the Inter District with 3960 points! 🎉

Countless PBs, endless heart, and pure determination across the board. 🏊‍♀️

Massive thank you to Coach Cole and Coach P for the hours, dedication and commitment you pour into growing these swimmers. Your impact goes far beyond the pool.🙏

Onwards and upwards, Dolphins! 💙

Jamie Els takes March 🐬

Fresh off SA National Junior Champs with a massive 14-second drop in the 800m Free and SANJ qualification at both Age 13 AND 14, Jamie embodies a heart for swimming! 🏊‍♀️

Get to know Jamie:

🎵 Titanium by Sia

🐼 Panda fan

🏅Olympic dreams

💙💜 Blue/Purple always

🍕 Pizza lover

🏊‍♀️ Freestyle fanatic

Jamie, we’re honoured to have you part of our Dolphin family and can’t wait to watch you chase those Olympic dreams! 🚀

Drop a 🐬 to congratulate Jamie and tag someone who inspires YOU! 

At the SA National Junior Champs (SANJ) in Gqeberha, Jamie Els showed up ready to RACE and absolutely delivered in both the 400m and 800m Freestyle events!

400m Freestyle:
🏊‍♀️ Final Time: 5:02.32
⏱️ Entry Time: 5:03.90
📉 Time Drop: -1.58 seconds

800m Freestyle:
🏊‍♀️ NEW PB: 10:23.24 🎉
⏱️ Entry Time: 10:37.20
📉 Time Drop: -13.92 seconds

✨ Qualified for SANJ at Age 13 AND Age 14!

Nearly 14 SECONDS off her 800m entry time – Jamie left it ALL in the pool! 💪🔥

A huge shout-out to Coach P for being poolside to cheer Jamie on.👏 And to Jamie’s family who made the trek to be there in person. Your love and support fuel these incredible moments! 💙

🚨WE’RE HIRING! 

Calling all passionate swimming coaches who are ready to make waves and inspire the next generation of swimmers.

We’re on the hunt for a qualified Swimming Coach to join our team who meets the below requirements:
✅ Valid SwimSA Level 1 qualification

✅ LTS (Learn to Swim) certification

✅ First Aid & CPR certified

✅ Police Clearance

✅ A passion for teaching & swimmer development

✅ Experience with all skill levels

Are you patient, encouraging and ready to dive into an amazing opportunity? We want to hear from YOU!

📧 Apply now: [email protected]