Overview:
York City Baths Club is a competitive swimming club operating in a variety of pools in York.
We provide great oppo
rtunities for swimmers of all abilities, from swimming lessons within our learn to swim scheme, through to competitive swimming training within our squad programme 
and masters swimming.
York City Baths Club compete in a variety of competitions, ranging from graded meets to National Championships. We are the top performing club in the city and continue to teach swimmers who progress to compete on the international stage. We are extremely proud of our historic achievements – including 5 Olympians and over 20 National Representative swimmers to date!
February 2026- Yorkshire Championships
Click here for more information – https://yorkcitybathsclub.org.uk/latest-news-2025-6-season/
YCBC Presentation Night Winners – 2025/26 – https://yorkcitybathsclub.org.uk/presentation-evening/
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.
Swim Lessons for beginners & up (age 4+)
Contact: Chris Turner – YCBC Teaching Coordinator – ycbc.teachingcoordinator@gmail.com
Competitive Training
There are six training squads from our entry-level Development Squad up to National Squad. YCBC swimmers qualify for the National Championships every year.
We offer quality coaching for competitive swimmers, providing a path from our learn to swim programme right through to the highest level of competition.
Training Squads from Development to National
Contact:Tom Rhodes – YCBC Head Coach – ycbc.headcoach@gmail.com
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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.
Learn to SwimCompetitive 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.
Coaching OverviewBecome 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.
Become a Volunteer