Club kit

If your child is new to swimming, it can be difficult to understand or know what kit is correct for them to have. When it comes to fins/kickboard/pull buoys, you do not need to break the bank to get ones that do the job. A good thing to remember is to name the kit with a permanent pen, as most children end up with very similar kit.

If you have any questions about kit, please contact Helen Giles at [email protected].

Here is a quick breakdown of what may be required, check specific squads for more details.

Equipment for training & competing

  are local providers of training and racing swimwear and equipment, and we are pleased to be able to offer BSG a 10% discount on purchases through our Club Shop:

https://www.swimpath.co.uk/collections/bristol-south-gloucestershire-swimming-club-team-kit-page

Make sure you use the discount code BSG10

Essentials for all squads in training and competing

• Working goggles

• Spare goggles

• Swim hat (plus a spare when competing - hats can break)

• Drinks bottle with water (no fizzy drinks)

Addtional requirements for training (check with squad coach)

• Kickboard

• Short fins (not scuba type)

• Pull buoy

• Paddles

• Snorkel (not scuba type)

Additional information on equipment

Short Fins (not scuba type)

These range in price from £16 upwards. For a new swimmer, the £16 fins will do just as good a job as the £35 pair.

Kickboard

These range from £12 upwards. For a new swimmer, the £12 kickboard is recommended. You can usually find kickboards at the leisure centres to buy.

Pullbuoy

These range from £10 upwards. For a new swimmer, the £10 pullbuoy will suffice. You can usually find pullbuoys at the leisure centres to buy.

Paddles

These range from £10 upwards. When starting out always opt for the smaller size. They help swimmers develop their back, chest, arm and shoulder strength by creating a larger surface area.

Snorkel

These range from £19 upwards. They allow swimmers to relax in the water while maintaining proper body alignment and improving stroke technique for maximum efficiency

Club branded kit and clothing

Swim hats

All members are required to wear a BSG Bolts hat when competing

Club hats can be orderd through the google form.

There are two options available: