Committee

Chris is a real swimmers’ swimmer – he lives and breathes the sport and is actively involved at every level – from a coach through to competitor. As a youngster, Chris was selected to compete at an international level for both Great Britain and for England. In 2014, Chris successfully competed at the World Masters […]

An introduction to your BLDSA PRESIDENT 2020 Amanda Bell I would like to welcome you to the British Long Distance Swimming Association (BLDSA) and thank you for joining for the 2020 season.  The BLDSA has lots on offer for swimmers from those starting on their journey to those who continue year after year completing training […]

I have been a member of the BLDSA since 1965 & served continuously on the Executive since 1968. Roles I have undertaken include: Asst Press Officer, Press Officer, Swim List coordinator, Safety Officer, Child Protection Officer, Hon General Secretary, Minutes’ Secretary, Executive Committee Member, President (twice) and Hon. Vice President. Throughout this time I have […]