York City Baths Club is a competitive swimming club operating in a variety of pools in York.
We provide great opportunities for swimmers of all abilities, from swimming lessons within our very own learn to swim scheme, through to competitive swimming training within our squad programme. Opportunities do not stop there however, swimmers are able to become involved in masters swimming and water polo.
The club follows the principles of Long Term Development and focuses entirely on the development of the skill in a fun and friendly swimming environment. Swimmers at York City Baths Club compete in a variety of competitions, ranging from graded meets to National Championships. We are extremely proud of our historic achievements – including 5 Olympians to date!
The club has strong links with the City of York Council, York St. John University and a whole host of other swimming programmes across North Yorkshire.
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Gala Report – Swim England Short Course NERs
The YCBC swimmers were competing in Sheffield at Ponds Forge over the weekend of the 2nd and 3rd November 2024 at the Swim England North East Short Course Regional Championships. The championships were split into two separate pools (Age Group swimmers aged 11-14 years and Youth / Senior swimmers aged 15 years and over).Further information can be found by clicking here.
Updates to YCBC Squad Timetable
Updates effective from week commencing 16th September 2024
There will be some alterations to the Junior Club and County Squad Timetable with effect from 16th September 2024. To download a version of the new timetable please click the link below.
York City Baths Club Winter Extravaganza 2024
7th – 8th December 2024
The Aquatics Centre, John Charles Centre for Sport, Leeds, LS11 5DJ
Meet information can be found on the YCBC Meets page via the link below
Coronavirus Information & Statements
Please click the link below to read Coronavirus statements and information from Swim England and our pool providers
Coronavirus Information & StatementsHead Coach
Josh Spencer can be contacted via the following email address: ycbc.headcoach@gmail.com
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Gala Report – Swim England Short Course NERs
York City Baths Club is a competitive swimming club operating in a variety of pools in York. We provide great opportunities for swimmers of all abilities, from swimming lessons within our very own learn to swim scheme, through to […]
Gala Report – Yorkshire Swimming Winter Competition 2024
York City Baths Club is a competitive swimming club operating in a variety of pools in York. We provide great opportunities for swimmers of all abilities, from swimming lessons within our very own learn to swim scheme, through to […]
Gala Report – City of Sheffield March Madness
York City Baths Club is a competitive swimming club operating in a variety of pools in York. We provide great opportunities for swimmers of all abilities, from swimming lessons within our very own learn to swim scheme, through to […]
Learn to Swim
We provide a high standard of York based swimming lessons in a safe environment for children of all abilities from 4 years of age.
Our teaching scheme is based on principles of the ASA’s National Plan for Teaching Swimming. We focus on the children gaining confidence in the water and having fun whilst developing their technique, skill and stamina.
Competitive Training
We offer quality coaching for competitive swimmers, providing a path from our learn to swim programme right through to the highest level of competition.
Our training section consists of 8 training squads that covers all aspects of developing a swimmers needs. Each squad has its own qualified coaches, entry criteria, training times and training locations.
Become a Volunteer
York City Baths Club is heavily reliant upon the support of it’s volunteers. Our volunteer base is derived from the local community and is made up of parents, grandparents, swimming teachers and coaches, officials and a number of our older swimmers.
The club require volunteers to fulfil a variety of roles, so there is sure to be something to suit everyone.