We are delighted to congratulate and extend our heartfelt thanks to Cian Cabrera-Pinto for his incredible performance at the Celtic Open Masters held at Ireland’s National Aquatic Centre this past weekend. Cian, who serves as a club lifeguard and teacher, showcased exceptional skill and determination, bringing home three gold medals in the following events: 100m Freestyle 100m Breaststroke 50m Butterfly This remarkable achievement is a testament to Cian’s dedication to the sport and his commitment to excellence. His success not only reflects his personal hard work but also inspires everyone...

Cancelled due to storm! There will be a Safety Talk given by Lee Broaders of Dunmore East SUP and Yoga, at Members’ Time on Saturday 22th November. Lee will cover Tides, using the Slip and how to read the Swells coming in as well as General Safety.

�� Save the Date! Dunmore East Swim Club will be hosting its Annual General Meeting on: �� Monday, 24th November 2025 �� Time: 19:00 �� Location: The Haven, Dunmore East Please review the below documents in advance of the forthcoming AGM. AGM'25 Agenda AGM'25 Covering letter to members AGM'25 Chairperson's Report AGM'25 Secretary's Report AGM'25 Year 4 Financial Report Summary of DESC Survey Results Sept 2025 Draft Minutes AGM'24 Kind Regards, Gaye Heffernan Club Secretary

The DESC membership year begins on September 1, in line with Swim Ireland. If you're already a member, renewal is quick and easy. Renewals are already open at Dunmore East Swim Club - Join the club, so feel free to renew now and help us save on admin costs! For the 2025–2026 season, we’ve made a small and we hope reasonable adjustment to the Under 65 years membership fee: • Adult Membership (up to age 64): €60 (Swim Ireland increased their club fee in 2024 and again this year.) •...

The Dunmore East Swim Club team has prepared the following events for Q3 2025. Swike (Swim + Hike) Crotty's lake Assamble at Mahon Bridge car park at 11:30. Good hike footwear essential. Not a tough climb - just one gate to get over. Lunch in you back pack. Sign up with Oonagh SWALK (Swim + Walk): From Shanoon Car Park to Ballymacaw and back, with swims at three main coves. - First SWALK: Saturday morning, August 9th – led by Bill Murphy. Text Bill to sign up and get further...

Dunmore East Swim Club and Waterford Sports Partnership are thrilled to announce the summer program: Men's Sea Swim Sessions. These classes will be led by qualified Swim Ireland teachers and coaches. Who is eligible Adult Men; with access to Dunmore East. No upper age limit Men who cannot swim or who have little confidence in sea swimming. Men who can swim but need more sea confidence and improved technique. Both Improver and Advanced. *Membership of Dunmore East Swim Club not necessary Programme and Objectives Two Blocks: Block One – 5...

Swim Ireland provide classes for children and adults off Councillors Beach, all summer 2025. Link to find out more joinin.online *please filter for Dunmore East.

The National Trust for Ireland (An Taisce) have announced the International Blue Flag and Green Coast Award recipients for 2025. The Blue Flag programme is an internationally recognised symbol of high standards in water quality, environmental management, environmental education and safety. Waterford City and County Council Beaches Ardmore Beach Clonea Beach Counsellors' Strand, Dunmore East Tramore Beach Blue Flag The Blue Flag is one of the world’s most recognised environmental awards. Originating in France in 1985 it was launched as an International programme as part of the "European Year of...

Great news from the Harbour Master today. Seasonal swim bouys are being deplolyed this morning. It looks like our swim season truly begins

The RNLI launched its Float to Live campaign that is reminding everyone to remember Float to Live if they find themselves in trouble in water. Float to Live Would you know what to do if you got into difficulty in the water? Float by following these five simple steps – it could save your life. If you found yourself struggling in the water unexpectedly, your instinct would tell you to swim hard. But cold water shock could make you gasp uncontrollably. Then you could breathe in water and drown. Instead,...